Tara's Destiny

by Geraldine O'Neill

A gorgeous 1960s saga from a rising star of the genre It's the start of the 1960s, and the world is changing. But for one woman, it seems things have changed too much already. From the bright-eyed girl growing up in a small Irish village, to the confident young woman running a fine English hotel, Tara's life seems to have changed beyond recognition. On the way, she's met love and heartache - from becoming mistress of Ballygrace house and marrying the dashing Gabriel Fitzgerald, to losing that same sweetheart and being left a desperately young widow. But some things remain, and despite her tumultuous life, Tara still carries with her the spark and determination that has brought her this far. With a spirit as fiery as her striking Titian curls, Tara knows she must face the future with a bold heart, wherever it may lead. TARA'S DESTINY is the captivating final part in Tara's story. Filled with the warmth and charm that have won her so many fans, Geraldine O'Neill delivers a stunning saga, full of passion and drama.

424 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Tracy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the series but for the other characters. I couldn't take to Tara Flynn as a woman as I found her uppity and difficult whilst always judge mental of everyone. The grudges she holds and how rude she is started to really grate on my nerves. It was relatively easy to predict where it was all going to end up but I'm glad I read the books. Tara could have been made to be somewhat more realistic though.

[Margaret · Rating 5 out of 5]

Third book of the series Tara Flynn, Tara's Fortune - I really enjoyed these books - for a light read highly recommended.

[Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

I seem to be on a run of reading novels by Irish authors and again have vague memories of reading an earlier book by the author set in 1960's Ireland. My response is rather mediocre - it was OK and I was keen to read on to find how the rather predictable outcome emerged. But I could not be bothered particularly with Tara, until almost the end when she drops her antagonism to Frank and shows her softer side. The change in Gerry in despising Tara's friends came out of the blue and was not sufficiently flagged up. I found Angela much more interesting. The scenes with her parents were particularly well drawn, as we saw her mature from the rather tetchy, selfish teenage-like daughter at the start of the book. Other characters were also well drawn, notably Bridget and Fred.

[Sally Mccallum · Rating 4 out of 5]

yes I enjoyed it very much

[Grace Mcnulty · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed the characters as in the first book too. But I could not take to Tara Flynn. Nice read but first book was better.

[Pam Ela · Rating 2 out of 5]

A lightweight love story with nothing original and the description of what everyone wore whenever they went out was totally boring.

[Tanya · Rating 4 out of 5]

I have loved these books, a strong woman who comes from nothing to owning and managing two Hotels.

[Debb · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book very enjoyable, easy reading.

[Stephanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Tara frustrated me. Too many unnessesary deaths.