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Author: Judi Curtin
Publisher:
Published: 2021-02-22
Total Pages: 112
ISBN-13: 9781788492300
DOWNLOAD EBOOKStrange things start to happen at Lissadell - odd noises, food going missing and rumours of a ghost - so Sherlock Holmes-fan Maeve is determined to lead an investigation. Can Lily, Nellie and Maeve solve the mystery of the Lissadell ghost? Friendship, history and mystery in early 20th century Ireland.
Author: Judi Curtin
Publisher: The O'Brien Press Ltd
Published: 2019-09-09
Total Pages: 191
ISBN-13: 1788491610
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhen Lily is a young teenager, the time comes for her and her friends to leave school and find work; some are emigrating to America, some going to work in shops. Lily is going into service in the Big House – Lissadell. Lily's employers, the Gore-Booth family, are kind, but life as a young housemaid can be hard: Lily works long days, she has to learn to get along with the staff, particularly her roommate, the sullen and uncommunicative Nellie, and she misses her home and family. But when Maeve, daughter of Constance Markievicz and niece of the Gore-Booths, comes to visit and decides to paint a portrait of Lily an unusual friendship begins between the two girls from such different worlds. A warm and engaging story about friendship, life in the early 20th century and how the political world affects everyone.
Author: Judi Curtin
Publisher: The O'Brien Press Ltd
Published: 2020-10-05
Total Pages: 213
ISBN-13: 1788492382
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom the author of Lily at Lissadell and the 'Alice & Megan', 'Eva' and 'Time After Time' series Lissadell House, Sligo, 1913 Friends Lily and Nellie work long hard hours as housemaids for the Gore Booth family in the Big House. And yet these are days filled with friendship, fun, and even madcap bicycle rides with Maeve, daughter of the famous Republican, Countess Marcievicz. But Lily knows there's an empty place in her friend's heart. Nellie is all alone in the world; she grew up in the workhouse, where she was separated from her sisters. Lily longs to help her, but could she end up losing all she has – even her livelihood. And what will happen to her hopes and dreams? Just how much would you give up for a friend ...? A story of friendship set in the changing world of early 20th century Ireland.
Author: Judi Curtin
Publisher: The O'Brien Press Ltd
Published: 2016-09-05
Total Pages: 162
ISBN-13: 1847179053
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMolly and Beth are best friends and love spending time together. But when their two families move in together, maybe they are a little too close for comfort! Out shopping one day they need to avoid the most embarrassing encounter ever with Molly's mum, and hide in a shop they had never noticed before. When they leave by the side door, they realise immediately that something is not right! Transported back to the past, where mobile phones don't work and the world feels very different, they realise that they have a chance to see the world through their parents' eyes. Before finding their way home, can they see what their own pasts looked like?
Author: Judi Curtin
Publisher: The O'Brien Press Ltd
Published: 2021-10-04
Total Pages: 184
ISBN-13: 1788493044
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe further adventures of Lily: life as a maid in Lissadell House is always interesting, but with her friendship with Maeve under strain, a war in Europe starting and uncertainly about her future, she needs all her wits about her! This latest installment in the popular series also sees Lily finally on her way to realising her dream of becoming a teacher. Nellie's older sister, Johanna, starts walking out with Harry the footman, and is extremely worried when he enlists and goes off to fight in World War I. He send letters to the girls from the front and tells them all about the Christmas Day truce in 1914 ... but then a telegram comes. Harry is missing, presumed dead. Will he return to Lissadell, safe and sound? Meanwhile, when Isabelle, the children's nurse, becomes unwell Lady Mary asks Lily to work with the Michael and Hugh Gore Booth in the afternoons until they are ready to go away to boarding school. On a visit home, Lily meets the Master, who tells her that Miss O'Brien is courting a young man – and if she marries, there will be an opening for a Junior Assistant Mistress in the school. He assures her that her current level of education will be enough, and that once she is old enough, he'd be happy to appoint her.
Author: Nicola Pierce
Publisher: The O'Brien Press Ltd
Published: 2020-03-09
Total Pages: 269
ISBN-13: 1788492005
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn enthralling novel of two intertwining stories based on real events in 19th century Ireland and the Canadian Arctic. Two ships Arctic-bound, HMS Erebus and Terror, leave London in 1845, captained by the aging Sir John Franklin. How long they'll be gone depends on the ice. Meanwhile, second-in-command, Francis Crozier, worries about their inexperienced crew. In Derry, little Weesy Coppin dies of a fever but, as far as her sister Ann and brother William are concerned, her spirit returns to haunt them. While an anxious world waits for news of the Artic explorers, the Coppin family try to understand what is going in their home. But, then, one night, all is revealed when the truth literally steps out of the shadows.
Author: P.I. Paris
Publisher: Black & White Publishing Ltd
Published: 2016-09-08
Total Pages: 283
ISBN-13: 1785300954
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn uplifting and inspiring story of knitting, friendship, sacrifice ... and saucy chatlines! When the residents of a Highland care home discover that the new owners are about to substantially put up the fees, they know that dramatic action is called for. But what can a group of senior citizens possibly do against a big organisation? For Dorothy, the situation is serious. If she can t raise money she ll have to leave all her friends, like dear Miss Ross. In protest, the residents barricade themselves into the lounge. However, their rebellion fails, so worldly-wise Joan suggests a most unusual way to cover the rise a very naughty chat line for men who want to talk to older women in a particular way ! As their lives take a series of unexpected turns, things get increasingly out of control ... Casting Off is a hilarious, poignant tale of friendship, loyalty and sacrifice and how it s never too late to try something new. What readers have been saying about Casting Off: "This book has to be my favourite comedy novel of the year... the whole novel is just so very uplifting and leaves you with a feel good factor." BOOKS FROM DUSK TO DAWN "A cheeky and hilarious read... A book of pure delight and I'm sure it will life the hardest of hearts." TRACY SHEPHARD, POSTCARD REVIEWS "This uplifting, mischievous and brilliantly written tale is one that has left a huge impression on me, for ALL the right reasons." LITTLE BOOKNESS LANE "Funny, achingly sad and raunchy... your view of assisted living will never be the same! ... My soggy tissue and gentle sigh as I reached the final sentence is my version of a five-star review." SCREENWIPER "This is a story which will have you laughing out loud one moment and in need of a tissue the next. It is a great read." "Funny and Sweet." "I could not put it down." "The characters were fantastic, funny and utterly believable. A great read for any age." "Friendship, heartache, love and life... you'll find it here." "I was very sad to finish this book. I'd give it more than 5* if I could." "You will not be disappointed. A book that made me laugh and cry at the same time. A must read!!"
Author: T.J. Westropp
Publisher: Рипол Классик
Published: 1902
Total Pages: 171
ISBN-13: 5878572923
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: Hilary McKay
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Published: 2018-09-20
Total Pages: 251
ISBN-13: 1509894977
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWinner of the Costa Children’s Book Award. The Skylarks' War is a beautiful story following the loves and losses of a family growing up against the harsh backdrop of World War One, from the award-winning Hilary McKay. Clarry and her older brother Peter live for their summers in Cornwall, staying with their grandparents and running free with their charismatic cousin, Rupert. But normal life resumes each September – boarding school for Peter and Rupert, and a boring life for Clarry at home with her absent father, as the shadow of a terrible war looms ever closer. When Rupert goes off to fight at the front, Clarry feels their skylark summers are finally slipping away from them. Can their family survive this fearful war? 'This belongs among the classic of children’s literature . . . Funny, sad, warm, it is about growing up and finding what you love.' – The Sunday Times, Children’s Book of the Week
Author: John Farrelly
Publisher:
Published: 2022-02-14
Total Pages: 64
ISBN-13: 9781788493154
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIrish history isn't boring ... it's DEADLY! Meet the DEADLY! Celts and the DEADLY! Vikings! Packed with fun comic-strip stories of a raid on a roundhouse and a thwarted Viking invasion on Dublin - including spot-the-artefacts from our museums, alongside true or false from characters like Snorri the Fib-Teller and Brynhild Truth Twister, real timelines, look inside a Viking house and a Celtic roundhouse, puzzles and DEADLY! Crafty stuff: like making a Roundhouse, Viking jewellery and helmets and cooking nettle soup.
