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Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)
'Warm, poignant . . . in essence a jewel of a story' Sunday Independent
A broken heart. A long-held secret. A dream that never died . . .
In 1920s rural Ireland, Pearl Somers lives happily with her family in the gate lodge of Kilnashone Castle, where her father is chauffeur to Lord and Lady Areton. But, one dreadful night, a series of dramatic events unfolds and the lives of all are changed for ever.
Over forty years later, Pearl has become a successful writer. Yet there is one story she has never told, until her young cousin Catherine confesses a secret of her own that opens a door to Pearl's past - one she thought had been firmly sealed.
When Catherine discovers Pearl's heart-breaking story, she determines to do her best to reconcile past and present. But is it too late for Pearl to find her own happy ending?
Praise for Pearl
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Here is an Irish storyteller in full stride, gracing her genre with exemplary skill - The Irish Tiimes
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"Purcell's skill is evident, as her plot flits effortlessly between the different eras and characters." (Pearl) - The Sunday Business Post
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A sweeping love story... Fans of Purcell are bound to welcome Pearl into their lives like an old friend, and will enjoy catching up - Irish Independent
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Purcell's fans will not be disappointed - Sunday Independent
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Deirdre Purcell now the author of more than 10 books, is one of our most gifted writers, at once encompassing both romantic popularity and literary style in her fiction. Her books need no introduction at this stage. - Irish Independent Review
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'Achingly poignant, with warm, strong characters, it will no doubt become an instant bestseller and delight all Purcell fans. Once again, she has produced a great read, popular fiction with writing that matches a literary novel and included some telling social observation. Vintage Deirdre Purcell.' Tell Me Your Secret - Irish Independent Review
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"Deirdre Purcell's novel is not just a gripping love story but an angry take on social divisions. (...) A warm, poignant and (...) tragic tale that is in essence a jewel of a story." (Pearl) - Sunday Independent
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'[Tell Me Your Secret] shows a writer fully in charge of her craft . . . an impeccably drawn tale . . . Purcell's style is highly developed and this is a tightly written story that pulls you in very easily. ' - Sunday Tribune
Deirdre Purcell
Deirdre Purcell was born and brought up in Dublin, and educated there and in a County Mayo convent. Before turning to the writing of fiction, she lived through an eclectic set of careers, including acting, as a member of the permanent company of Ireland's National Theatre (The Abbey), and journalism for all media - for which she won Ireland's top awards.
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