By the sparkling sea on the Wild Atlantic Way sits a manor full of secrets, and a woman who will do anything for a second chance…
Staring up at the magnificent, rose-covered walls of her grandmother’s house, Violet Fleury isn’t sure she’ll be welcome inside. After running from her hometown in Ireland to follow her dreams of acting, she’s back to play Irish legend, Kathleen O’Sullivan, in a local film. She’s vowed to tell the story of the woman her village are so proud of – and to build bridges with the family she drifted away from. But will they give her a second chance?
Violet’s sisters might be hesitant, but whilst helping with her sweet young nieces and nephews, Violet feels closer to them than ever before. Then Violet’s leading man, dangerously handsome Jack Montgomery, arrives in the peaceful countryside. The instant chemistry between them is as fiery as Violet’s flaming red hair… and discovering stories about Kathleen from the locals, Violet sees Jack’s kindness too. He even wins over Violet’s sisters. Could he help stitch their family back together?
But when Violet finds dusty, handwritten notes from Kathleen in her research, she wonders if this legendary woman was the heroine everyone thinks. And when Jack pulls out of the film, Violet is heartbroken. The villagers, and Violet’s whole family, are in awe of Kathleen’s story – and Violet had even started to imagine staying in Ireland. But without Jack by her side, could these secrets destroy the town’s reputation, and the second chance she’s been dreaming of?
A mesmerising story about secret lives and fresh starts, set on the wild, rugged shores of rural Ireland. Fans of Tricia O’Malley, Debbie Macomber and Mary Alice Monroe will fall head over heels for this beautiful romance.
The proximity to her childhood home stirs up memories of the heated arguments she had with her sisters, and Vi can’t help but feel uneasy about the possibility of running into them during her preparations. Determined to focus on her craft, she decides to delve into the life of the female lead, Kathleen O’Sullivan, a renowned actress from the 1940s and 1950s.
Vi’s trip to Ireland, where she’ll be filming the biopic, promises to be a transformative experience. The breathtaking beauty of the Wild Atlantic Way provides a backdrop for her research, and as she delves deeper into the life of Kathleen O’Sullivan, she begins to uncover intriguing details that challenge her perceptions of the actress’s legacy. Will Vi be able to capture the essence of Ms. O’Hara’s life and portray her with the authenticity she deserves? These are the questions that keep Vi on the edge of her seat, as she navigates the complexities of her personal life and her professional aspirations.
Vi’s return home is more than just a change of scenery. It’s a chance to mend her relationship with Rose and Lily, rebuild their once-close bond, and spend quality time with her grandmother, the family’s matriarch. These emotional connections are just the beginning as Vi settles back in. Being home is a sentimental experience, and her future might even change, especially with the possibility of a forever future with Jack. But secrets she uncovers about the legendary actress could bring everything crashing down.
I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the coast of Ireland in Suzanne O’Leary’s stories, The Keeper of the Irish Secret and The Granddaughter’s Irish Secret. If you appreciate continuity and heartwarming characters, reading all three of these delightful stories by O’Leary will undoubtedly be a pleasurable experience. In fact, any book by this talented author is worth reading. Her series are lovely, quick reads that leave a lasting impact.
Many thanks to Bookouture and to NetGalley for this ARC for review. This is my honest opinion.
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