A Nest of Singing Birds (The Redmond Family Duology)

By: Elizabeth Murphy

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Synopsis: War challenges a young woman&’s dreams of a happy home in this heartbreaking historical saga of love, sacrifice, and family. Anne is the youngest of the eight Fitzgerald children, secure amid her extended family in Liverpool&’s Everton district. She leaves school at fourteen to work, where she becomes friendly with Sarah Redmond. The two girls enjoy life to the full, dating young men in a lighthearted way, and it is Sarah who introduces Anne to her brother, John. From there, marriage and children follow, but when war breaks out, John enlists, along with Anne&’s brothers. Combat creates a barrier to Anne&’s happiness, and so she must wait, not only to discover if she and John can rekindle their passions, but more importantly to see if her loved ones will return home safely . . . Perfect for fans of Katie Flynn, Helen Forrester, and Lyn Andrews.