'A warm and beautifully evocative story of family and secrets, love and heartache, with a devastating twist' Alex Brown, bestselling author of A Postcard from Paris
Carmel Harrington Books
Carmel Harrington writes issue-driven popular fiction, crafting narratives that are both uplifting and inspiring. Her novels have resonated deeply with readers worldwide, earning acclaim for their emotional intelligence and profound impact. Harrington's distinctive literary voice is marked by its warmth and compelling storytelling, creating an engaging and moving experience for her audience. She skillfully explores relatable themes with a sensitivity that makes her work both accessible and powerful.
The sweeping new family drama from the author of top 10 bestseller The Moon over Kilmore Quay Home is where the heart is... but whose heart has the best claim? Hawkes Bay, New Zealand While Rachel Butler likes her life in a pretty Dublin coastal village, her heart lies in Hawkes Bay, where she grew up. Visiting for the first time since tragedy tore her family apart, she and her stepchildren fall for its beauty and outdoor lifestyle. Malahide, Ireland Back home, as Rachel picks up the threads of her life as a single parent, she can't shake off the memories of her close and loving family - and her dream house, the villa on the bay. But it's time to move forwards with their life in Ireland, close to the children's grandparents, amid the familiar surroundings they all know well. Until the children's grandmother, still grieving, starts to interfere. Until Rachel's attempts to strengthen the family she loves so dearly backfires. And until her late husband's parents mend the rift that has existed as long as she's been married - bringing with them an explosive secret... Praise for Carmel Harrington: 'Warm, uplifting... a very special book' MARIAN KEYES 'Uplifting and powerful... I loved it!' CATHY KELLY 'A beautiful story brimming with warmth' MILLY JOHNSON 'A story about family and identity, about legacy and secrets... a love letter to Ireland' HAZEL GAYNOR 'A warm and beautifully evocative story of family and secrets, love and heartache, with a devastating twist' ALEX BROWN
A wonderfully life-affirming book...Carmel Harrington writes with such honesty' New York Times bestselling author, Hazel Gaynor
A Thousand Roads Home
- 448 pages
- 16 hours of reading
With a focus on emotional depth and suspense, this gripping narrative draws readers into a heart-wrenching journey filled with unexpected twists and profound themes. The characters face intense challenges that test their resilience and relationships, making for a compelling exploration of love, loss, and redemption. Each page turns with urgency, ensuring an immersive experience that keeps readers engaged until the very end.
A Mother's Heart: A completely gripping and unforgettable tear-jerker
- 422 pages
- 15 hours of reading
Every Time a Bell Rings
- 407 pages
- 15 hours of reading
Embraces the spirit and the message of the movie...A must read' - Karolyn Grimes, actress, Zuzu' in It's a Wonderful Life' Beautiful and uplifting...Written with such heart it warms the soul' - Claudia Carroll, bestselling author of `Meet Me in Manhattan'
'This book has given me life' Trish Hannon, reader reviewThis is a joyful, uplifting book to remind us how strong we are...no matter how pear-shaped life gets!'Original, funny, moving and brutally honest...perfect for fans of Ruth Jones' Debbie Johnson
Family secrets never stay buried... 1951, Ireland On the windswept Cork coast, the lighthouse-keepers' wives wait, watching the sea. Their husbands are coming home. But one secret can never be revealed. 2023, Maine Decades later, Mollie Kenefick receives an anonymous note: Family secrets never stay buried. The only person she can ask is her grandmother - however, Beth made a vow that she swore never to break. But someone knows what happened that summer in 1951, and it seems they're not happy keeping silent ... Readers are loving this story: 'Once again Carmel has us sitting on the edge of our seats in anticipation' 'Can't praise this book enough' 'Carmel is such an amazing storyteller' 'Totally absorbing from start to finish' 'A truly magical book of love and loyalty'
‘An atmospheric story, sweeping across 80 years’ Sunday Independent
