The Last Storyteller by Frank Delaney

The Last Storyteller by Frank Delaney

Riveting . . . Readers will quickly warm to Frank] Delaney's vividly described Ireland of the 1950s, its fully realized inhabitants, and the dynamic political and personal relationships that make for a remarkable story.--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

If we're to live good lives, we have to tell ourselves our own story. In a good way. So says Ben MacCarthy's beloved mentor, and it is this fateful advice that will guide Ben through the tumultuous events of Ireland in 1956. The national mood is downtrodden; poverty, corruption, and an armed rebellion rattle the countryside; and although Ben wants no part of the insurrection, he unknowingly falls in with an IRA sympathizer. Yet despite his perilous circumstances, all he can think about is finding his former wife and true love, Venetia Kelly, who after many years has returned to Ireland with her brutish new husband, a popular stage performer. Determined not to lose Venetia again, Ben calls upon every bit of his passion and courage to win her back, while finally reconciling his violent past with his hopes for a bright future.

Brimming with fascinating Irish history, daring intrigue, and the drama of legendary love, The Last Storyteller is an unforgettable novel as richly textured and inspiring as Ireland itself.

A colorful, leisurely tale, with dark moments as well as humor and grace.--The Star-Ledger

A magical tale that] weaves in a jackpot of Irish myths.--Bookreporter

Character-rich and dramatic.--Library Journal

SKU	Unavailable
ISBN 13	9780812979756
ISBN 10	0812979753
Title	The Last Storyteller
Author	Frank Delaney
Series	A Novel Of Ireland
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Random House USA Inc
Year published	2013-02-26
Number of pages	400
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.