Brigid : the girl from County Clare

"Brigid, the talented eighteen-year-old lacemaker, flees starvation and poverty in 19th century Ireland to seek a better life in Australia. As captivating as she is skilful, she must conquer her innate fears if she is to fulfil her dream. Life doesn't always run smoothly in this harsh new landscape and she must learn to overcome bias, bigotry and tradition. She looks to one man for inspiration and protection. Once her champion, he becomes her adversary. She gathers those who matter most to her and sets up home in New Zealand. Gradually, her dreams become reality and tranquillity prevails - until the day the man who seeks her downfall finds her."-- Publisher information.

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Summary

"Brigid is torn. If she stays in her beloved Ireland, she is another mouth to feed in a land plagued by starvation and poverty. If she leaves, she will never see her family again. But leave she must. There is not enough food. Heartbroken, she boards the ship that will take her to a new life in Australia, comforted only by the knowledge that her cousin Jamie will make the journey with her. Her skill as a lacemaker soon draws attention, but life doesnt always run smoothly in the harsh new landscape. Brigid must learn to conquer her fears and overcome the stigma of being a servant, a female and Irish if she is to fulfil her dream. A new start in New Zealand offers hope until the day she encounters the man who seeks her downfall"--Back cover.

Genre:

Historical fiction.

New Zealand fiction -- 21st century.