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Set amidst the hardship of Ireland’s famine, the story follows the resilient young gypsy Kitty Rooney. With her striking appearance and determined spirit, Kitty dreams of prosperity. When Patrick O’Reilly arrives, their intense connection sparks a passionate romance against a backdrop of struggle and hope.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Virginia Henley
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