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A Turning of the Tide
The mid 1800's is a time of great change for James McGrother and his family. Friendship and loyalty draw the Irish fisherman into a world he would rather stay away from. Choices must be made that could bring the wrath of an old enemy upon James's head. How many fresh starts should a person have to make in their lifetime? Why is it that just when you think your boat has reached the shore, the tide turns and sweeps you back out to a stormy sea? As these questions torment James McGrother, two members of his young family must deal with distressing events that will change their lives forever.
RUNNING TIME ➼ 4hrs. and 45mins.
©2015 Jean Reinhardt (P)2017 Tantor
RUNNING TIME ➼ 4hrs. and 45mins.
©2015 Jean Reinhardt (P)2017 Tantor
- GenresHistorical Fiction
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First published March 28, 2015
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June 2, 2020
A Turning of the Tide in the affairs of men and women, of subjugated Ireland and her oppressed poor, is this work. Migrants return, some for good, others not so much. Yet others go further. And more.
This work, third part of An Irish Family Saga, begins with the ominous return of the family to Ireland despite the danger they are aware of, that from constable Armstrong and his hatred of all Irish, and his vengeful nature, with no thought for fairness or justice. James and Mary are back in Blackrock against all prudence, chiefly due to Mary being not happy settling in England for good. Her two elder children Catherine and Thomas are left behind, and she isn't happy about either, but they work, Thomas has a wife and a baby, and they couldn't be forced to return.
Things get worse soon enough. Michael Kiernan's son Francis is arrested and beaten badly by Armstrong the moment he sets foot on land at Dundalk to visit relatives, his American citizenship ignored, and when he's rescued by the Fenians, he dies on the way due to internal bleeding. Michael asks James to arrange the funeral he can't attend, and James agrees.
Meanwhile Patrick Gallagher escaping from a fight in Sheffield is taking refuge at Maggie's and not yet recovered from the knife gash, and does not reciprocate the young MaryAnne's feelings. One almost can predict he'd fall for Catherine.
And Thomas plans to relocate to N.Y., leaving his baby with his parents, since his wife died due to lung problems due to working at a mill. He's an atheist and a socialist, and hopes to survive better there than in England. Or Ireland.
One couldn't imagine it gets worse, but it does. And here the author breaks her thus far silence about treatment of Irish by their òppressors the English, but in a veiled manner at first, before bringing it out a bit more in the open in form of constable Armstrong and his hatred for everyone and everything Irish.
A doctor, a new neighbour of Catherine's employer staying at their house with his wife, rapes her, and has every intention of repeatedly forcing himself on her and declaring her delusional, except she slaps him with force in view of another maid, and leaves employment. Patrick traces her to her uncle's, but she cannot bear to see him, and tells him she's no longer of use for him. Their brief courtship is over.
Until Aunt Rose takes over. But all her efforts would be still in vain if it weren't for Catherine fighting back when forced to encounter the rapist doctor.
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June 01, 2020 - June 02, 2020.
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This work, third part of An Irish Family Saga, begins with the ominous return of the family to Ireland despite the danger they are aware of, that from constable Armstrong and his hatred of all Irish, and his vengeful nature, with no thought for fairness or justice. James and Mary are back in Blackrock against all prudence, chiefly due to Mary being not happy settling in England for good. Her two elder children Catherine and Thomas are left behind, and she isn't happy about either, but they work, Thomas has a wife and a baby, and they couldn't be forced to return.
Things get worse soon enough. Michael Kiernan's son Francis is arrested and beaten badly by Armstrong the moment he sets foot on land at Dundalk to visit relatives, his American citizenship ignored, and when he's rescued by the Fenians, he dies on the way due to internal bleeding. Michael asks James to arrange the funeral he can't attend, and James agrees.
Meanwhile Patrick Gallagher escaping from a fight in Sheffield is taking refuge at Maggie's and not yet recovered from the knife gash, and does not reciprocate the young MaryAnne's feelings. One almost can predict he'd fall for Catherine.
And Thomas plans to relocate to N.Y., leaving his baby with his parents, since his wife died due to lung problems due to working at a mill. He's an atheist and a socialist, and hopes to survive better there than in England. Or Ireland.
One couldn't imagine it gets worse, but it does. And here the author breaks her thus far silence about treatment of Irish by their òppressors the English, but in a veiled manner at first, before bringing it out a bit more in the open in form of constable Armstrong and his hatred for everyone and everything Irish.
A doctor, a new neighbour of Catherine's employer staying at their house with his wife, rapes her, and has every intention of repeatedly forcing himself on her and declaring her delusional, except she slaps him with force in view of another maid, and leaves employment. Patrick traces her to her uncle's, but she cannot bear to see him, and tells him she's no longer of use for him. Their brief courtship is over.
Until Aunt Rose takes over. But all her efforts would be still in vain if it weren't for Catherine fighting back when forced to encounter the rapist doctor.
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June 01, 2020 - June 02, 2020.
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June 2, 2020
A Turning of the Tide in the affairs of men and women, of subjugated Ireland and her oppressed poor, is this work. Migrants return, some for good, others not so much. Yet others go further. And more.
This work, third part of An Irish Family Saga, begins with the ominous return of the family to Ireland despite the danger they are aware of, that from constable Armstrong and his hatred of all Irish, and his vengeful nature, with no thought for fairness or justice. James and Mary are back in Blackrock against all prudence, chiefly due to Mary being not happy settling in England for good. Her two elder children Catherine and Thomas are left behind, and she isn't happy about either, but they work, Thomas has a wife and a baby, and they couldn't be forced to return.
Things get worse soon enough. Michael Kiernan's son Francis is arrested and beaten badly by Armstrong the moment he sets foot on land at Dundalk to visit relatives, his American citizenship ignored, and when he's rescued by the Fenians, he dies on the way due to internal bleeding. Michael asks James to arrange the funeral he can't attend, and James agrees.
Meanwhile Patrick Gallagher escaping from a fight in Sheffield is taking refuge at Maggie's and not yet recovered from the knife gash, and does not reciprocate the young MaryAnne's feelings. One almost can predict he'd fall for Catherine.
And Thomas plans to relocate to N.Y., leaving his baby with his parents, since his wife died due to lung problems due to working at a mill. He's an atheist and a socialist, and hopes to survive better there than in England. Or Ireland.
One couldn't imagine it gets worse, but it does. And here the author breaks her thus far silence about treatment of Irish by their òppressors the English, but in a veiled manner at first, before bringing it out a bit more in the open in form of constable Armstrong and his hatred for everyone and everything Irish.
A doctor, a new neighbour of Catherine's employer staying at their house with his wife, rapes her, and has every intention of repeatedly forcing himself on her and declaring her delusional, except she slaps him with force in view of another maid, and leaves employment. Patrick traces her to her uncle's, but she cannot bear to see him, and tells him she's no longer of use for him. Their brief courtship is over.
Until Aunt Rose takes over. But all her efforts would be still in vain if it weren't for Catherine fighting back when forced to encounter the rapist doctor.
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This work, third part of An Irish Family Saga, begins with the ominous return of the family to Ireland despite the danger they are aware of, that from constable Armstrong and his hatred of all Irish, and his vengeful nature, with no thought for fairness or justice. James and Mary are back in Blackrock against all prudence, chiefly due to Mary being not happy settling in England for good. Her two elder children Catherine and Thomas are left behind, and she isn't happy about either, but they work, Thomas has a wife and a baby, and they couldn't be forced to return.
Things get worse soon enough. Michael Kiernan's son Francis is arrested and beaten badly by Armstrong the moment he sets foot on land at Dundalk to visit relatives, his American citizenship ignored, and when he's rescued by the Fenians, he dies on the way due to internal bleeding. Michael asks James to arrange the funeral he can't attend, and James agrees.
Meanwhile Patrick Gallagher escaping from a fight in Sheffield is taking refuge at Maggie's and not yet recovered from the knife gash, and does not reciprocate the young MaryAnne's feelings. One almost can predict he'd fall for Catherine.
And Thomas plans to relocate to N.Y., leaving his baby with his parents, since his wife died due to lung problems due to working at a mill. He's an atheist and a socialist, and hopes to survive better there than in England. Or Ireland.
One couldn't imagine it gets worse, but it does. And here the author breaks her thus far silence about treatment of Irish by their òppressors the English, but in a veiled manner at first, before bringing it out a bit more in the open in form of constable Armstrong and his hatred for everyone and everything Irish.
A doctor, a new neighbour of Catherine's employer staying at their house with his wife, rapes her, and has every intention of repeatedly forcing himself on her and declaring her delusional, except she slaps him with force in view of another maid, and leaves employment. Patrick traces her to her uncle's, but she cannot bear to see him, and tells him she's no longer of use for him. Their brief courtship is over.
Until Aunt Rose takes over. But all her efforts would be still in vain if it weren't for Catherine fighting back when forced to encounter the rapist doctor.
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November 11, 2019A TURNING OF THE TIDE, AN IRISH FAMILY SAGE, BOOK 3
This work is fiction but based on historical events as they may have occurred in the 1800 during Ireland's long struggle for independence from the British. James, Mary and Catherine McGrother are ancestors of the author, but their story in this book is fictitious.
This story of families struggling to stay alive, maintain families, friendships, struggle for independence and remain in their native country show the courage, hardships, and love of many for each other and their country. Some resorted to leaving Ireland in search of employment or being sought by the law for engaging with others in their struggle for freedom.
Characterization of individuals is good. Although it is not a light-minded and joyous story, it has depth and feeling. I think it is appropriate for most ages, but not for the very young.
It is a relatively easy book to read, and I had begun it in July but switched to Beethoven, which was lengthier, then went back to this one. I would eventually pick up volume 4 just to find out about Catherine.
This work is fiction but based on historical events as they may have occurred in the 1800 during Ireland's long struggle for independence from the British. James, Mary and Catherine McGrother are ancestors of the author, but their story in this book is fictitious.
This story of families struggling to stay alive, maintain families, friendships, struggle for independence and remain in their native country show the courage, hardships, and love of many for each other and their country. Some resorted to leaving Ireland in search of employment or being sought by the law for engaging with others in their struggle for freedom.
Characterization of individuals is good. Although it is not a light-minded and joyous story, it has depth and feeling. I think it is appropriate for most ages, but not for the very young.
It is a relatively easy book to read, and I had begun it in July but switched to Beethoven, which was lengthier, then went back to this one. I would eventually pick up volume 4 just to find out about Catherine.
December 28, 2019
Best book in the series so far
Book three has been the best book in this series, so far. The story continues with more and more Irish having to immigrate to other countries, for jobs and to be able to feed their family's. The perseverance and grit these families showed is remarkable. I am loving this Irish family saga and am excited to read the next book in this series!!
Book three has been the best book in this series, so far. The story continues with more and more Irish having to immigrate to other countries, for jobs and to be able to feed their family's. The perseverance and grit these families showed is remarkable. I am loving this Irish family saga and am excited to read the next book in this series!!
December 16, 2017
Solid edition to the series.
This book continues the series in a strong fashion. The story moved a little slower in this book, but it was still a very enjoyable read.
This book continues the series in a strong fashion. The story moved a little slower in this book, but it was still a very enjoyable read.
August 31, 2019
Hoopa audio book -Book 3 in the series. great continuing saga
February 26, 2017
Review. A Turning of the Tide
A very good book. It is historical and that makes it very interesting. The characters are so real to life that they seem like friends. I like the way this author writes and would recommend her books to others.
A very good book. It is historical and that makes it very interesting. The characters are so real to life that they seem like friends. I like the way this author writes and would recommend her books to others.
May 18, 2016
Tom and Patrick Gallagher were young boys living with their father, Thomas Gallagher, originally from Blackrock, Ireland. The young boys got into a brawl, Patrick was severely injured; their father, Thomas, put them on a steamship for Blackrock and instructed them to find Maggie's house to receive help. Maggie nursed Patrick until he was healed and healthy.
The saga of James and Mary McGrother continues with the relatives and the children in Ireland. The children are grown; and are paving a path for their own life.
The author has pulled all four books together making a great historical entertaining novel for her readers. I was so excited and so involved in reading, I didn't take the time to write review after every book. So now I am playing catch up. WOW! What a great history lesson.
The saga of James and Mary McGrother continues with the relatives and the children in Ireland. The children are grown; and are paving a path for their own life.
The author has pulled all four books together making a great historical entertaining novel for her readers. I was so excited and so involved in reading, I didn't take the time to write review after every book. So now I am playing catch up. WOW! What a great history lesson.
June 5, 2015
Hellos & Goodbyes
Continuing Mary and James McGrother's story of life in a troubled Ireland readers find themselves saying hello to new characters while saying a farewell to others. I found this book as hard to put down as I found the first two in the saga. It amazes me how I can be transported to another time and place by a talented author. The characters in these their books became real to me. I felt as though I was actually sharing the joys and sorrows of "friends" rather than fictional characters. I thank Ms Reinhardt for educating me as well as touching my heart with her words.
Continuing Mary and James McGrother's story of life in a troubled Ireland readers find themselves saying hello to new characters while saying a farewell to others. I found this book as hard to put down as I found the first two in the saga. It amazes me how I can be transported to another time and place by a talented author. The characters in these their books became real to me. I felt as though I was actually sharing the joys and sorrows of "friends" rather than fictional characters. I thank Ms Reinhardt for educating me as well as touching my heart with her words.
December 5, 2015
Turning of the Tide
I have read this series, except for the fourth book which I am about to begin this evening. All three books have been well written with the helpful explanations of some of the unfamiliar words/subjects. at the end of the book. I liked the characters and am anxious to read their continuing saga in the next book. I must say, I will be sad if or when James comes to the end of his life. Thank you for such a wonderful story.
I have read this series, except for the fourth book which I am about to begin this evening. All three books have been well written with the helpful explanations of some of the unfamiliar words/subjects. at the end of the book. I liked the characters and am anxious to read their continuing saga in the next book. I must say, I will be sad if or when James comes to the end of his life. Thank you for such a wonderful story.
August 10, 2016
After living in England for 3 years, James & Mary finally get to move home to Ireland. The children are growing up, in fact two of them are grown and make their own decision regarding where to live. James is still under suspicion by Armstrong and is even thought to be part of the secret society.
August 5, 2020
This series! What a ride through heartbreak, fear, and evil vs good. It finished nicely, considering all of the horror that happened to this family.
I listened to the audio books and thoroughly enjoyed the Irish reader. Recommend.
I listened to the audio books and thoroughly enjoyed the Irish reader. Recommend.
May 14, 2015
Good series
Enjoyed this series into the journey of a Irish immigrant family. Easy reading into a bygone era. Good for younger readers as well.
Enjoyed this series into the journey of a Irish immigrant family. Easy reading into a bygone era. Good for younger readers as well.
July 15, 2015
A Gripping and telling story
Follow the Irish family through their many trials ,sorrows and happy times . It kept my interest enough that I read it all in one sitting
Follow the Irish family through their many trials ,sorrows and happy times . It kept my interest enough that I read it all in one sitting
February 24, 2016
Book three of a four book series. Enjoyed it. On to book four.
March 22, 2016
Read the series out of order but still enjoyed this book!
April 9, 2016
Although I've been enjoying this series, I was disappointed to find so many errors I this book.
July 17, 2016
yet anohter good one. Jean's writing is getting better!
November 12, 2016
Love the fact that I am so proud to be a American ancestors 3generations now are a great models
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