The No.1 bestselling novel of the Great Irish Famine from one of
Ireland's most beloved writers Ireland's hopes for freedom are
dashed with the arrival of a deadly potato blight that strikes
terror in the heart of its people. 1845. Seamstress Mary Sullivan's
dreams of a better future are shattered as she looks out over their
ruined crop. Refusing to give in to despair, she must use every
ounce of courage and strength to protect her family as they fight
to survive. Dr Dan Donovan is Medical Officer to the Skibbereen
Union. The arrival of 'The Hunger' soon brings starving men, women
and children crowding into the town and the workhouse, desperate
for assistance. Fr John Fitzpatrick's faith is tested by the
suffering that surrounds him as his pleas for help fall on deaf
ears. Inspired by true Irish heroes, The Hungry Road is the
heartbreaking story of the Great Irish Famine told by one of
Ireland's best loved writers. __________ 'Compelling ... An
essential book' Sunday Times 'Heartbreaking and powerful' Her.ie
'Gripping' Business Post 'Captivating' Sunday Independent 'Powerful
... illustrate[s] the enormity of the tragedy' Irish Independent
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