The Colours of the Dance
The Colours of the Dance by E J Pepper, published by Troubador Publishing Ltd on March 16, 2021, is a historical fiction novel comprising 360 pages. The story follows ten-year-old Brede, who navigates the complexities of her life alongside her Aunt Kate in a household marked by strict rules and social hierarchies. As they serve the extravagant Adelina Thompson and her domineering husband, Alexander, Brede grapples with the concept of Home Rule, which seems to overshadow her daily existence.
Readers will find Brede’s perspective as a mute observer of the political unrest and personal dramas unfolding around her. The narrative delves into themes of class, identity, and the impact of historical events on individual lives, set against the backdrop of 19th century Ulster. Brede’s journey takes a dramatic turn as she witnesses a love affair that leads to tragedy, providing a unique lens through which the reader can explore this tumultuous period.
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Rule 1: When you’re dancing, shoulders back and point your toes.
Rule 2: Keep your thumbs clear when you’re chopping vegetables.
Rule 3: Don’t go wandering through the house without permission.
Ten-year-old Brede understands these household regulations well enough, but how to make sense of the endless talk of a Home Rule that has nothing to do with vegetables or dance?
Homeless and destitute, she and her Aunt Kate are employed as the only Catholics in the household of the beautiful spendthrift Adelina Thompson and her bullying husband, Alexander. But what is it that Brede sees that forces her to flee with her aunt in terror?
Taken into the household of William Henderson, a Protestant supporter of Irish Home Rule, Brede becomes the mute and uncomprehending witness to the unfolding political turmoil and to a love affair that will culminate in murder. Set in 19th century Ulster, Brede’s mesmerising voice breathes new life into this historic time.
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