Fire On The Hill

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Set against the backdrop of the Wicklow Hills in 1798, the story follows Michael Dwyer, a young man deeply connected to his land and its secrets. His life takes a turn when he falls in love with Mary Doyle during a Spring Fair. As political turmoil forces him to abandon his farming life and embrace rebellion, Michael becomes a symbol of freedom, while Mary remains devoted yet anxious for his safety. Gretta Curran Browne's meticulously researched narrative intertwines themes of love, loyalty, and the struggle for independence, highlighting the human side of a legendary Irish rebel.