“Character-rich and dramatic. “A magical tale weaves in a jackpot of Irish myths.”-Bookreporter In the summer of 1943, as World War II rages on, Ben MacCarthy is haunted by the disappearance of his wife, the actress Venetia Kelly. “A colorful, leisurely tale, with dark moments as well as humor and grace.”- The Star-Ledger : The Last Storyteller: A Novel of Ireland (9780812979756) by Delaney, Frank and a great selection of similar New, Used and Collectible Books available now at great prices. BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Frank Delaneys The Last Storyteller. Determined not to lose Venetia again, Ben calls upon every bit of his passion and courage to win her back, while finally reconciling his violent past with his hopes for a bright future.īrimming with fascinating Irish history, daring intrigue, and the drama of legendary love, The Last Storyteller is an unforgettable novel as richly textured and inspiring as Ireland itself. Yet despite his perilous circumstances, all he can think about is finding his former wife and true love, Venetia Kelly, who after many years has returned to Ireland with her brutish new husband, a popular stage performer. The national mood is downtrodden poverty, corruption, and an armed rebellion rattle the countryside and although Ben wants no part of the insurrection, he unknowingly falls in with an IRA sympathizer. In a good way.” So says Ben MacCarthy’s beloved mentor, and it is this fateful advice that will guide Ben through the tumultuous events of Ireland in 1956. The romantic and satisfying historical novel, the last 'Novel of Ireland' from the New York Times bestselling author-for fans of Frank Delaney's previous novels, lovers of Ireland, and readers of historical fiction.

“If we’re to live good lives, we have to tell ourselves our own story. Readers will quickly warm to Delaney’s vividly described Ireland of the 1950s, its fully realized inhabitants, and the dynamic political and personal relationships that make for a remarkable story.” -Publishers Weekly (starred review) by Frank Delaney ( 91 ) £7.99 £12.99 BONUS: This edition contains an excerpt from Frank Delaneys The Last Storyteller.

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