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  • So Much Owed

  • An Irish World War 2 Story
  • By: Jean Grainger
  • Narrated by: Art Campion
  • Length: 11 hrs and 37 mins
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So Much Owed

By: Jean Grainger
Narrated by: Art Campion
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Summary

An Irish country doctor is sickened by all he saw in the First World War. His children are now determined to fight in World War 2. How far can you stretch the ties that bind a family?

In the turbulent and uncertain times of Ireland in 1919, the birth of two children revitalise a small town.

Dr. Richard Buckley returns home to his wife and beloved hometown of Dunderrig, weary and heart-sick over the horror and pointlessness of The Great War.

Soon, trouble is coming from all sides—Richard’s unhappy wife leaves Dunderrig, and a Nazi occupied Europe marches steadily closer to home.

In the blink of an eye, the peace he’d craved and enjoyed since his days on the battlefield are gone.

Meantime, James and Juliet come of age in a world on the brink of chaos, where the remnants of rebellion at home have snowballed into the horrors of yet another world war.

Their father doesn’t see the twins choosing different paths—dangerous paths—that will test everything, including their love for their country, their family, and each other.

Historically rich and moving, the tale of two children from the Irish countryside caught in the throes of wartime Europe is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and its willingness to endure.

©2022 Gold Harp Media (P)2023 Jean Grainger
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Jean Grainger has done it again simply amazing

Every time I purchase a jean Grainger I think it can't be as good as her last book and in the best possible way she exceeds.
If you like historical novels this is for you
If you like Irish fiction this book is for you
If you like suspense this book is for you
If you like family life this book is for you
If you want a love story this book is for you

My book of 2023 listen you are in for a treat

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