Nory Ryan's Song
- 176 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Ireland, the story follows twelve-year-old Nory Ryan as her family faces the devastating effects of a potato blight. With their livelihood threatened by an English lord intent on evicting them, Nory must navigate the challenges of survival, relying on her courage and resourcefulness. As she seeks food and hope for her family, themes of resilience and the struggle for land and identity emerge, highlighting the harsh realities of rural life during a time of crisis.