Hidden in the Early Light

by Tecla Emerson

Katy was 16 when the hard times came. Her father disappeared in the night and her mother left her with a tiny baby sister. She was suddenly thrust into the role of caretaker. It was a responsibility she didn’t want. The farming life was not for her and now she had to find a way to survive and to keep her younger brothers from starving. How could she ever be free of a life she hadn’t chosen? It was the 1850s and thousands were dying from the great potato famine, one of history’s most dreadful events. This is Katy’s story, the story of how a young girl survived by using her wits, determination and courage. Tecla Emerson was raised and educated in New England, living in Lexington, Boston, Plymouth and Manchester-by-Sea. Currently living in Annapolis, Maryland, she is the author of Antietam – Waking the Fury and is the publisher and editor of OutLook by the Bay , a regional magazine.

206 pages, Paperback

Published June 13, 2017

Reviews

[Carmijn Gerritsen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book follows Katy through the Great Irish Famine and the adventures along the way. It gives readers a thorough insight into the circumstances at the time and elaborates on matter such as hunger, emigration and family. The ending was a bit rushed compared to the rest, but overall I thought this was a really great novel.

[Susan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very much enjoyed the facts which are so interestingly woven into this tale. It’s a tale of the Irish famine told through Katie‘s eyes. It’s a tale that very well could be true. I’ve enjoyed reading all of T. Emerson‘s books. Still have a few more to read. And I actually enjoy reading these with my children.

[Crott]

Very interesting book about the plight of the Irish and the potato famine and how the main character,Katy struggled and survived.