The Irish Family Secret

Emerald Isles #3

by Daisy O'Shea

The sweeping hills and emerald hedgerows seem to dance in the pale Irish sun. Home after far too long, Ginny takes a deep breath and tries to shake off the past. She’s hidden the truth for years. And when Ruari looks at her, his long lashes shading his green eyes, she knows she can’t reveal it now. Her secret would destroy him, as much as it would her…

When Ginny Kingston returns to Ireland’s windswept Roone Bay after ten years of self-imposed exile, the last person she wants to run into is black-haired Ruari Savage. But there he is, glowering at her from the back of the tiny church hall, as she holds the townsfolk spell-bound throughout her lecture on Irish history.

The Kingstons and the Savages have been neighbours, farmers and bitter rivals for as long as anyone can remember. But, finally drawn home by work, Ginny is determined to discover the truth behind their family feud. And what happened to the first young lovers who tried to mend the rift over fifty years ago. For some strange reason, mechanic Ruari with his practical mind and strong hands, has offered to help…

Ruari’s aid, however, comes at a the truth about why Ginny herself left so suddenly. What he doesn’t know is that Ginny’s devastating secret might destroy their families’ new-found peace – and any chance of happiness they have with each other – forever…

Can Ginny and Ruari work together to heal old wounds? And will the secrets that have divided their families for generations ever come to light – or tear them all apart?

This utterly gripping, heart-breaking, and transporting story of two Irish families finding forgiveness is perfect for fans of Susanne O’Leary, Kathleen McGurl and Tricia O’Malley.

What readers say about Daisy O’

‘OMG! OMG!!… Beautiful… Absolutely gorgeous!!!… Swept me away from the beginning to the end!!!… I devoured it in one sitting!!!… Gorgeous, heart-warming… Clear your schedules and grab the tissues… Stunning.’ Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘The magic of Ireland!... Wonderful… Will keep you enthralled to the last page.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Stunning… Truly carried my heart away to Ireland… It was an emotional journey I won’t forget and yes, I closed the book with a ‘sigh of satisfaction!’… 5 stars… I absolutely adored this novel.’ Cindy L. Spear, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘This story has everything – mystery, intrigue, true love, family, the kindness of strangers and hope… An absolutely wonderful story that I look forward to recommending to my friends.’ NetGalley reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Beautiful… I was totally immersed in this lovely, emotional read and a family's Irish legacy… Just perfect.

Genres: Fiction, Ireland, Historical Fiction, Contemporary, Romance

302 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 22, 2024

About the author

Writes women's fiction with a touch of romance.
Currently lives in West Cork, Ireland.
Signed in August 2023 for a three book deal with Bookouture.

Reviews

[Sue Plant · Rating 5 out of 5]

would like to thank netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this awesome book

it grabs you from the first page and you are not released until the end.... oh my word what a world of emotions i went through with this book

i cant even describe how it touches on everything a woman has to go through during a lifetime and to know that this book spans several generations where the men never seem to learn anything beggars belief....

i am certainly going to be keeping an eye out for more of this authors books

[Carol (Reading Ladies) · Rating 4 out of 5]

As part of her job as an archeologist, Ginny returns home to Roone Bay after ten years burdened by a secret that will affect two families: hers and the Savage family. She doesn’t count on the sudden and growing attraction she feels for the handsome Ruari Savage. In this complicated family drama, will all the secrets be revealed? Will there be reconciliation and understanding?

#3 in a stand-alone series set in Roone Bay

Complicated family drama is my favorite as long as it is believable and not too dysfunctional. Forgiveness and reconciliation are often rewarding themes. The drama in this story involves feuding families and two couples: Ginny and Ben ten years ago, and their ancestors Molly and Darvan in the 1920s. The pasts of both couples are revealed through periodic flashbacks (clearly indicated by chapter titles and dates). In the present, will Ginny and Ruari be able to heal decades of hurt and mistrust and bring the two families together?

Secrets propel this story forward and drive much of the action. Secrets from the past and present-day secrets must be bravely exposed for true healing and forgiveness. Sometimes the truth is less destructive than the much-feared secrets.

Because Ginny is an archeologist focusing on preserving Irish history and educating the public on Irish mystical legends and monuments, much time is spent in the beautiful and lush countryside. The author’s vivid descriptive details provide a strong sense of place as a backdrop for this dramatic story. If you love Ireland, you will enjoy this aspect of the story (and series).

***may contain spoilers***
Content Consideration: rape (in the past); unplanned pregnancy; circumstances for unwed pregnant girls; a prison beating; tragic deaths; unwanted affection; mental health

I have read and enjoyed the first two installments in this stand-alone Emerald Isles series set in fictional Roone Bay. This is the first one for which I have written a full review. Because these are stand-alones (connected by location), it is possible to read them in any order. The first one, The Irish Key, provides an introduction to Roone Bay. If you enjoy stories set in Ireland, women’s fiction with substantial themes, and sides of sweet (closed-door) romance, you might consider this well-written series!

Thanks #NetGalley @Bookouture for a complimentary e ARC of #TheIrishFamilySecret upon my request. All opinions are my own.

For more reviews visit my blog www.ReadingLadies.com where this review was first published.

[Cindy Spear · Rating 5 out of 5]

As soon as I saw there was another Daisy O’Shea novel coming out, I had to read it! First off I love the gorgeous cover as it just whisked me away to Ireland before I even opened the e-book. And what a story! I was intrigued from the Prologue that thrust me back to the past in 1923 where I met the O’Brien family who are caught in a war with William Savage. He is a volatile man with a wicked temper accusing the O’Brien’s of numerous things such as infringing on the boundary lines between their properties. But worse is the fact that his only daughter, Molly, caught the eye of Davan O’Brien. And so begins the tragic plot that continues for generations.

When I hit the first chapter, I was immediately hooked. It is a dual timeline which I enjoy. I felt no jolt in the transition as the narrative led me back and forth through the past and present. In the modern day thread, Ginny Kingston returns to Roone Bay after being away for ten years rebuilding her life. She left a traumatic event behind but now returns home for work purposes as an archaeologist. She loves sharing Irish history, ‘the monuments and mystical legends’ and gives a lecture at the church hall where many are captivated by what she shares. But the locals also wonder what took her away for all these years?

During one of her archaeological explorations, she has some car trouble and meets mechanic Ruari Savage who reminds her a bit of his older brother who taught her a lot about the natural environment when she was a young girl. If fact, it was why she became an archaeologist. Ruari is full of questions that make her very uncomfortable and she must decide what and what not to share about the past. She has a lot of issues to overcome due to their families’ difficult history. Although he seems kind and sincere—can she trust him?

The character growth in this story is well delivered. I truly liked Ginny and Ruari of the modern day thread. They have some obstacles to overcome but as a reader I believed that true restoration and emotional healing were a real possibility. The natural attraction between them is well described and felt—all enhanced by the beautiful settings they were a part of and shared. I also found the story of their ancestors Molly and Davan incredibly moving. There were many gorgeous poetic passages between dreamer Molly and artist Davan. ‘Together they lifted each other’s lives and hopes beyond the boundaries of their farming backgrounds.’ Davan, in his art, was able to capture ‘Molly’s exuberance for life..’ She often quoted poetry… ‘words of long dead poets cleverly expressing what they were unable to express themselves.’ Davan often repeated her words, ‘she is the candle that lights my soul, the sunshine in my darkest day.’ In many ways they reminded me so much of Romeo and Juliet with their pure innocent love. And the tragedy that surrounded them due to the severe friction between their families that kept them apart.

One question that keeps rising: will all this the rival between the Kingstons (O’Briens) and Savages ever come to an end? Will the current generation finally bury the hatchet? Ginny’s encounter with the Savage family turns out quite different than she expected but will she and Ruari be able to mend the rift that has caused their families so much pain?

The Irish Family Secret is a riveting novel filled with mystery, romance, secrets, tragedy and shocking discoveries. I enjoyed every page both past and present and how the two threads come together seamlessly at the end. The desire for peace, healing and happiness are definitely part of this age old dilemma. There are quite a range of emotions exhibited throughout the story. Sometimes the author paints a stark reality of what a rivalling family conflict can case. Hatred is a blinding emotion that cuts and destroys all in its path. But in the current day thread of this novel with Ginny and Ruari, we see a bright new picture when these two families face the facts, share and unload years of angst and try to mend the broken fences. The landscape is part of this restoration as it gives up its ghosts and allows the process of healing to begin.

The Irish Family Secret covers so many things but it also highlights the importance of history and the landmarks that remain to remind us of the worlds that have passed. Sometimes, as in this case, to teach us about the damage of social inequality and spiritual blindness. Yet one lesson that stands out like a beacon on a hill: is never under estimate the power of young love. A must read! 5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Thanks to Bookouture and Netgalley for the ARC.

[Caroline|Page~Turners · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ginny Kingston is going back to Roone Bay after being gone for ten years. After a traumatic event in her life, leaving was necessary. She took the time away to try to rebuild her life. She is now returning as an archeologist. While giving a lecture on Irish history, she sees Rauri Savage in the audience. The two families, the Kingston and the Savage, have owned neighboring farms for many, many years. As feuding families, Ginny wants to know the truth as to what the feuds have really been about. This time Rauri and Ginny find themselves on the same side. They both want to uncover the past and mend old wounds, but is the truth going to bring them together or keep them apart?

The Irish Family Secret, written by author Daisy O’Shea is a wonderful time slip story of family, friends and reconciliation. This heartbreaking tale is one that shook me to the core. I was completely engrossed from the very first page to the end. I really liked Ginny as she was a strong and determined person. She was determined to fix her life and then she became an archeologist. She continually makes sacrifices once again to mend family relationships and build new ones. She is kind and compassionate and is full of hope. I absolutely loved this amazing story and I highly recommend this unputdownable rapid read.

[Melissa * bookedwithmel · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a really good book. I’ve loved reading Daisy’s books set in Roone Bay Ireland. In this one we get an image of the muddy hills and land with a lot of history. Ginny returns home after many years of avoiding it, thanks to her work. Ginny’s story unfurls throughout the book, along with her family history and the feud with the Savages that has gone on for generations.

I like the relationship between Ginny and Rauri. Although in the beginning it seems there’s no hope for them, as Rauri learns more about Ginny’s past and how it intertwines with his family’s, things change.

I hope Daisy writes more books based in Roone Bay in the future.

Thank you NetGalley and Bookouture for my ARC of this book.

[Gail Atkins · Rating 5 out of 5]

The third of The Emerald Isles series (although I believe it could be a stand alone too).
Once again we find ourselves in the fictional town of Roone Bay.
Ginny arrives back in town after living away for many years. She knows she has to face the past.
At an event she meets Ruari, who was the younger brother of an old friend.
Ruari and Ginny's families have had conflict for many years and no one knows the real reason.
Together they try to find out about their young ancestors, who had fallen in love but had caused a scandal.
Can they both deal with the past secrets and form a friendship?
A good light read, that has lots of Irish history and myths.

[Pam · Rating 5 out of 5]

What an outstanding story and book. Daisy O'Shea has taken two stories from different times and has created one beautiful book. First, there is the continuing story of Davan and Molly from the second book in the series, The Irish Key, and has cleverly had Ginny O'Brien and Ruari Savage work together to find out what happened to Davan and Molly. The two missing young people were relatives of Ginny and Ruari and what had happened to them had helped the rift between their two families to widen. Then, when Ginny was sixteen, she had been friends with Ruari's older brother, Ben. Something happened and Ginny left to live with her sister and go to school and university. Shortly after she left, Ben was killed in a tractor accident.
Ginny, now an archeologist, has returned to map out various old rifts and other possible places that might be worthy of being a national treasure. She also is there to map the spots out for eternity. She also needs to face her own past with the Savage family. By accident, she ends up in a tow truck with Ruari and he wants to find out her side of the story with his brother to settle his own mind. Together, they begin mapping interesting places in the area. As he helps her do this, he also pumps her for the truth about Ben. Can the past help them move on or will they just get stuck in the past?

[Emma Crowley · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Irish Family Secret is the third in the Emerald Isles series by Daisy O’Shea. Each book is a stand-alone story connected by the location of Roone Bay in Cork. I have adored this series so far and this new story proved to be another fantastic read with strong central characters, an engaging plot with a mystery at its centre and the history and heritage of Ireland is brought to life through rich and engrossing writing. Daisy O’Shea is a real talent and I love how she is bringing the culture of Ireland to the fore in these wonderful stories. I do hope she continues to write many more books in this series as I know I won’t grow tired of them at all.

The prologue takes us back to 1923 to the O’Brien family farm which is more or less a rocky outcrop with land not much good for farming but still they persist. Neighbouring farmer William Savage barges into the O’Brien household.He is on the warpath. His daughter Molly has disappeared and he believes young Davan O’Brien to be the root cause. The families never had an easy friendship. In fact it was non existent as there has long been battles over land rights. But this new incident cements the rift between the two families which still exists in the modern day.The reader is then taken forward many years to the more modern day. It’s never actually specified exactly what year or decade it is and nor has it been in previous books. I often wonder has the author ambiguously done this? For I’d love to know the specific date I am reading about. There are lots of little clues as to whether it could be the late 1970’s or early 1980’s as when I am reading I see things and think oh such and such a thing hasn’t already happened in Ireland and is clearly evident from the themes and issues explored in this book that the church very much held a firm grip over society. Not knowing the specific date doesn’t ever detract from my enjoyment or understanding of the story and really it’s inconsequential overall but still there is a little niggle within me that wants the answer.

Ginny Kingston leads a transient lifestyle working as an archaeologist. She has returned to Roone Bay for ten weeks as part of her work cataloguing the old monuments scattered across Ireland and hopes to discover more. I loved this aspect of the storyline as it felt like my history lessons from school were all coming back to me with the mentions of rath’s, fairy forts and souterrains. For people unfamiliar to this aspect of Irish history lots of information is provided but never at any point did it feel like a boring old history lesson. Everything came to life so well and the historical aspect was balanced perfectly with the more human and emotional side of the story that the author was trying to convey in terms of Ginny. How her story bears uncanny resemblances to that of Davan and Molly. The couples story is told in chapters dotted throughout the story which appeared at just the right time. When Ginny discovered something in the present we were taken back and could see how this unfolded in the past. Things were drip fed to the reader but I enjoyed this as I don’t like a rush of information all at once, left towards the end and therefore the climax and ending feel rushed and unsatisfactory. Instead the pacing was spot on throughout.

Ginny is a complex person who left the windswept landscape of Roone Bay under a cloud of suspicion which only entrenched the feud between her family and the O’Briens. She has kept running never wanting to bring forth her feelings to the surface. I could sense that something serious must have occurred in her past but now that she is back are things that were secret for so long about to be exposed or is it best to let sleeping dogs lie? Ginny is an emotional person who is always searching for something as is the norm with her profession. But one wonders will she ever find what she is looking for that will have her become happy and content and no longer filled with this longing and a sense of apprehension? Ginny’s personal history is slowly revealed and the author certainly packs an awful lot into the pages. The countryside, rocky landscape, coast, nature, history , farming, family and love are all themes that feature heavily and are interwoven throughout the plot to perfection.

Ginny goes on a journey and in doing so attempts whether she at first wanted to or not to mend the deep chasm between the two neighbouring families that has stretched down through the decades. She was keen to discover what really happened with regards to Molly and Davan but in doing so she began her own personal reflections. Ruari, one of the sons of the Savage family that currently lived beside their farm, was the man who began to draw Ginny out of herself in ways she had never expected. She could be rigid and uptight and close herself off when she had to get emotional or confront things that she wished to brush under the carpet but her time in Roone became like a reawakening and a journey to acceptance, healing and forgiveness.

Initially, Rauri came across as brash, rude and offensive but his reasons for this soon became clear and I could understand them but deep down there was goodness in his heart and he was willing to share this. But was Ginny willing to accept it given the history between the two families? What they discovered was intriguing and just made the entire story come full circle and I was gripped by every page. Daisy O’Shea really brings her characters and their storylines to life and discusses issues which were very important in Ireland at the time. Those of the role of women, the dominant position of the church and stigma and divorce amongst many others and she does so with sensitivity, fairness and tact.

The Irish Family Secret is another triumph for Daisy O’Shea showing how the past can deeply affect the present but there is always room for hope and forgiveness. I would definitely recommend this book and can’t wait for what the author has in store for us next.

[Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Irish Family Secret by Daisy O’Shea is a moving story about two families who have feuded forever. Somehow the feud seems to renew itself every generation when something untoward happens. In this generation, it is Ginny O’Brien and Ben Savage. They lived on adjoining farms and had been friends, despite the difference in their ages, years before. Then something happened, Ginny left to go to college, and Ben overturned a tractor and was killed. Suicide? Both families blamed the other until Ginny came to town as part of her work as a archeologist. She met Ben’s younger brother, Ruari, who was unaccountably nice to her, and things started to change. She had hidden what had happened so deeply that it was habit now. Could she open up to Ruari? If not, there was no hope for a relationship. At the same time, both were deeply interesting in their ancestors, Molly and Davan. Molly was only fifteen when she fell pregnant with Davan’s child. He wanted to marry her. Her father thought differently and had him arrested. She was sent to a convent and he was sent to prison, where he nearly died several times. When they both returned home and subsequently disappeared, everyone thought (hoped) they had run away and were living a good life.

Secrets foment and grow out of proportion. Someday, someone will find out and then people will be hurt. Ginny’s secret got out and people were mostly sympathetic. She was a good character who carried her secret heavily. She visited her family but had never come to stay like this trip. Ruari had his own business. He was not interested in following the family way. And, when the secret came out, he understood, and helped his family understand. It was a good story with roots in the past. I always love genealogical mysteries. Daisy O’Shea writes of modern Ireland and seems to get it right.

I was invited to read The Irish Family Secret by Bookoutre. All thoughts and opinions are mine. #Netgalley #Bookoutre #DaisyOShea #TheIrishFamilySecret

[Louise · Rating 4 out of 5]

(rounded up from 3.5 stars)

The Irish Family Secret, by its very title, telescopes what the gist of this story is going to be about. It’s a dual timeline narrative, with the modern story not clearly labeled in time (but I’m thinking maybe the 1970s or so) and the older timeline clearly labeled in the early 1920s. The action all takes place in rural Ireland, in the southwest area around Cork.

The historic portion of the story is basically a Romeo and Juliet tale, with two young lovers and two feuding families. Davan and Molly are the protagonists and their story is both tragic and mysterious. (You eventually find out what happened.) One family name is Savage, a bit too “on the nose.”

The modern story focuses on Ginny Kingston, a descendent of Davan’s family, and Ruari, a descendent of Molly’s family. Ginny is a young archaeologist, specializing in the prehistoric structures found all over Ireland. She has returned home to Roone Bay (a fictional town) after more than 10 years away, to map out the structures remaining in the area. Ruari is a mechanic. There are a lot of family members to keep track of.

The story is a bit predictable but still enjoyable to read. The descriptions of the countryside are wonderful and I learned quite a bit about prehistoric structures (“raths” and “souterrains”) over the course of the book. The author also highlights how badly most unwed mothers were treated in Ireland in the past, a real tragedy.

Thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley for the opportunity to read a review copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

[Jaffareadstoo · Rating 5 out of 5]

This dual time story takes us back to Ireland where we follow Ginny Kingston’s return to Roone Bay after an absence of ten tears. We get to know early on in the novel that there are hidden family secrets which if exposed will further strengthen the animosity between two neighbouring families. The Kingstons and the Savages have had some dark moments between them but with Ginny’s return to Roone Bay there may be hope for the future. This heart-warming family saga takes an emotional look at the family history between these two warring families and does so with an evocative look at how things were handled in the past whilst also bringing to life Ginny’s story and her abiding love for Ireland’s archeological past.

The author writes writes well, bringing both place and people alive in the imagination and her descriptions of rural Ireland reflects both the beauty and the history of the country. The Irish Family Secret is now the third book in this Emerald Isle series and whilst there is a mention of one character we have come across in previous novels this story works well as a standalone although as with any overlapping series it is nicer to start at the beginning with book number one.

The Irish Family Secret is an emotional story reflecting how the tragedy and heartbreak of the past can still influence the future but with love, hope and forgiveness future generations can go forward with peace in their hearts.

[Ink · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Irish Family Secret by Daisy O'Shea is the third in a series of stand-alone books set in Roone Bay in picturesque rural Ireland. Immediately, the highly illustrative nature of O'Shea's prose grabs the reader, drawing them into a complex family saga

The beauty of this book, is that it spans generations within the same families, not only reflecting the interaction between the families and the individuals, but also the community in which they live and the deep connection to the land on which they live and nurture

Ginny returns home to Ireland, brought by her work as an archaeologist. She is surrounded by a myriad of secrets, not just that within the families, but her own

The central tenet of the book is resolution between the warring families, but will the age-old secret shatter the tentative truce?

A fantastic read, perfect to cosy up with on a cold day. Riveting and relatable, complex and comforting. Outstanding

Thank you to Bookouture, NetGalley and Daisy OShea for this lovely ARC. My review is left voluntarily and all opinions are my own

[Karen Lawler · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Irish Family Secret by Daisy O'Shea is a very readable and interesting book. It is historical Fiction and has much information about archeology in Ireland. The story is full of Irish customs and folklore, myths and legends. This is a story of 2 families that are caught in "family feud" that last several generations. There are 2 main stories the older story of Davin and Molly's love story of unimaginable measures to keep them apart by the Savage's and Kingston's who are neighbors and a feud without even knowing the reason. The more present story is Ginny Kingston and Ruari Savage and their quest to free the 2 families of the unreasonable feud and the end to many secrets that are realized and brought in the open. There is a lot of history, mystery and love stories in this very well written and a great page turner. I highly recommend this story. It is the first that I have read by this author and I can't wait to read more by her and her charming stories!

[Charlotte · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Irish Family Secret is the third book in a series, but they can also be read as standalones. I haven't read the previous two books, and don't feel that anything was missing from this as a result.

This is a book full of secrets, and I was totally immersed in them and could not stop reading as I just needed to know what had happened. It's also a story about family feuds, resolution and community. I really felt as if I were in Roone Bay whilst reading.

Daisy has written a really beautiful, heartbreaking and heart-warming tale which switches between the lives and secrets of Ginny in the present day, and Molly in the 1920s. I loved the similarities between them showing that some things can transcend time.

[Mystic KT · Rating 3 out of 5]

I dont know how I feel about this book, to be honest it was not my favourite book by this publisher however I enjoyed the narrative of the characters and being set in Ireland that did raise my interest. The characters in this are well rounded however I did find it difficult to distinguish family members of the same sex as they had very similar personality traits. This was the only thing which i struggled with, the character grow was pursued along with the plot line of the novel and it has been open to more in this series. I think this was more of a me issue as I hadn't read the previous books.

[Sarah J Stebbins · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 rating.


Overall, I enjoyed this series and yet can also say books 2 and 3 were the best (though only the extra, unnecessary to me, drama at the end of book 1 bothered me). Short and fairly simple reads that still had some complexity mixed in as well.




Having said all this, I do have one minor issue with series as a whole (fairly minor spoiler): each book finds at least one woman (2 in book 1) get pregnant after one time. Yes, I know this can happen, especially without any protection, but to have it happen in every single book (and again to 2 women in book 1) is a bit much. Sorry, just had to say that.

[Sue Wallace · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyable read.

The Irish Family Secret by Daisy O'Shea.
This was a good read. I did like the cover. I'm just starting to enjoy historical reads. The multiple timelines I had to get used to, but once i did, I enjoyed it. I wasn't sure how I felt about the characters. I didn't have any favourites. I read this in two sittings. After a slow start, I started to enjoy it. I liked it when you had the year it went back to the start of a chapter. I did like the ending.

[Monica Findlayson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book I just couldn’t put down. It had me from the time I read the first chapter. The characters jumped out the page to me and they felt like friends that had a story to tell and I listened. Great characters Daisy that made me turn page after page to see what was happening next. Now for the next book in the series. Love, loved it Daisy. You’re really good at holding your readers fixated. Thank you

[Colleen Maclennan · Rating 4 out of 5]

A quick read where the present meets the past and secrets are finally revealed. Modern day archeologist Ginny returns home to confront her past and also the decisions made by her ancestors particularly Devan and Molly. The story takes place in a small picturesque village in Ireland . Love stories emerge in this book.

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Its lovely to be back in Roone Bay again.
This time the stories of two neighbouring families who for decades have been at war with each other.
Told over two timelines, history appears to repeat itself, but can this be the generation to bring a healing halt to the conflicts?
An enjoyable and easy read.

[irene currie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great story line

OMG what a story page turner from start to finish with twists I didn't see coming as I have said in the first book of this trilogy not my usual type of book but I now think that I am converted for anyone that has not read the irish key, the Irish child and the last the Irish family secret well you should well worth the reading of it

[Mary Barrett · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars

Wow! This is an excellent book. There is mystery and a lovely romance. Ms. O'Shea weaves a beautiful tale and educates her fans about the beautiful Emerald Isles. She is definitely my favorite Irish author and I love reading her books. I highly recommend others to read her works.

[Michelle Duncan · Rating 4 out of 5]

The 3rd book by Daisy O’Shea set in Roone Bay. Very little cross over of characters from the prior 2 books. It’s about an archeologist who comes home to visit her family and the story unravels about not only her past but her distant family’s past on the land as well as the feud that existed between her family and the neighbor family.

[Robin Lewando · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful, realistic, emotional, beautiful story telling.

Daisy O'Shea has done it again! What a super writer she is. This third in the series continues the high quality of writing and skill of story telling.

[Clara M. Vinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read.

I loved the story. The characters were interesting. The story progressed at a rate to keep the reader turning the pages
to see what happens next. I would recommend this book to a friend. All three of these books are good as a series or an individual
story.

[Margaret Bender · Rating 5 out of 5]

Families and old beliefs

The story was great. It was a little long go get to the end. But I just kept reading until done. The Irish history was wonderful. All the old findings were good. So much is still unknown about the past. Thank you for a good read.

[Jackie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable

To the last drop. Filled with archeological findings, family history, intriguing mystery and characters full of personality. You will experience a satisfying conclusion but wish it would go on.

[penny · Rating 5 out of 5]

just WOW

So good I did not want it to end!! Will definitely look for the next one.
Exquisitely written with such beautiful descriptions and not a little mystery! I hope she solves it in the next book!
Highly recommend this book and author!!

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love Irish stories!

Very interesting story and definitely held my interest. Being of Irish descent myself it’s interesting getting to know the Irish people through stories of Ireland ☘️

[Pat Weingartner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Read!

I really enjoyed this book learning Ruari and Ginnys story and watching them finding their HEA. I look forward to the next book in this series and will definitely recommend this book to everyone.