Irish Crystal: A Nuala Anne McGrail Novel
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This latest tale of Nuala Anne McGrail begins with a foreboding dream of some terrible impending evil, but what is the origin of this nameless peril? From the Homeland Security goons determined to deport the Irish-born Nuala on the basis of nothing more than vague suspicions and accusations? Or from the tangled dealings of the Currans, a prosperous clan of Irish-American aristocrats? The true danger becomes shockingly apparent when a catastrophic car-bombing rocks the Chicago riverfront. Uncovering the twisted minds behind the bombing is not easy; Nuala and her husband, Dermot, soon find themselves enmeshed in a complicated tapestry of lies and secrets. Nualas instincts also lead her to a forgotten manuscript revealing the treachery and deceit behind a tragic chapter in Irish history. Between the past and the present, our heroine and her devoted spouse have more than enough mysteries to contend with, but the two of them are bound to make the truth just as clear as . . . Irish Crystal.
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| 05-27-08 | 4 | 1\1 |
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In this novel, Andrew Greeley presents a historical and a current mystery for Nuala Anne McGrail to resolve. The basic story concerns the Coyne family, Dermot, Nuala, and their children Nelliecoyne, Michael, and Socra Marie. The Coynes provide a good example of how the struggle between parents and children can be handled with dignity and humor. Dermot and Nuala's marital love is caring and their relationship is becoming one of mutual acceptance of their individual personalities and needs.
The historical story in Irish Crystal I found intriguing. I think historical fiction is an excellent way to learn history. Irish Crystal deals with the "risings" of 1898 and 1903, small unsuccessful Irish revolts against the English rule. These are aspects of Irish history with which I was not familiar. The legendary characters Wolf Tone, Robert Emmet, and Sarah Curran are portrayed with clarity and elegance. The inclusion of Lord Cornwallis, the English administrator for Ireland and the general that George Washington defeated at the battle of Yorktown, was a special treat. The current mystery tangentially involves the US Patriot Act. Nuala is harassed by government representatives because she is not a citizen of the United States. It seems that "spies", American citizens who object to immigrants, file complaints to the government concerning the activities of any individual, especially successful persons, that they deem suspicious. Her fight to retain her status is impressive. I enjoyed this novel for the interesting historical story and the implied criticism of the Patriot Act. I especially enjoyed the fun scenes with Dermot, Nuala Anne and their lovely children. (Review Data Last Updated: 2008-11-30 06:41:07 EST)
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| 05-21-07 | 4 | (NA) |
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A fun quick read with a good bit of history, theology and today's RC Church thrown in. Very Nuala Anne; definitely Greeley.
(Review Data Last Updated: 2008-05-28 05:43:54 EST)
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