Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
A story of lost childhood and redemption in the Irish Midlands
Sarah knows what happened to the Larkin children. They were spirited away somewhere, because their father had abandoned them when their mother died. Her own mother too is very ill. What will happen if she dies when her father is away working in England? But then, her mother dies suddenly and there is no sign of her father returning. She has to take drastic measures, and hide her body to pretend to the world that nothing has happened. Life on the outside must go on as normal. When her Dad comes home, he'll know what to do. But as the days wear on, there is no sign of him. Meanwhile, she and her brothers are led into a maze of events outside their control, which will draw them back many years later to confront their past. What will they find there? Will the whole house of cards come crashing down on them, or will they find redemption?
Synopsis
The Spindle Tree is an authentic and moving story set in 1940s rural Ireland, of a young family struggling to cope with the sudden loss of their mother. With no sign of their father returning from England, young Sarah and her brothers risk everything to keep their tight family together when everything seems to be working against them.
They are thrown into a web of events that will challenge them in ways they never imagined. They must grapple with pretending to be 'normal' while living a lie, and bravely take on the roles necessary to keep their family together in the face of a very uncertain future. Events transpire, ultimately drawing them back many years later to confront their past.
As the plot twists and turns, readers will fall in love with these characters and find solace within the intricate and gripping setting of The Spindle Tree. Despite the tragedy of this story, there is also a powerful underlying theme of hope and redemption that will stay with you long after you've finished reading.
Prepare to be captivated until the last page. So if you're looking for an emotionally powerful yet gripping read, pick up The Spindle Tree for an unforgettable journey through pain, hope, fear, courage - and ultimately - love