Poynings

Set against the backdrop of late 17th century Ireland, the narrative follows Geoffrey Poynings, an Englishman who arrives to claim his inheritance but becomes entangled in the fierce political and religious strife between Protestants and Catholics. His journey leads him to a rebellion aimed at establishing an independent Irish republic, complicated by his love for Eileen O'Sullivan, a Catholic woman involved in the uprising. The novel delves into themes of loyalty, identity, and the personal impacts of the broader conflict, providing a compelling look at a transformative period in Irish history.