Breda’s Island
Breda’s Island by Jessie Ann Foley, published by HarperCollins in 2022, is a middle grade novel that follows the journey of Breda Moriarity as she navigates her complex family history. After a series of thefts, Breda’s mother sends her to Ireland to live with her grandfather, a man she has never met. In this unfamiliar land, Breda encounters her grumpy grandfather, who is also a traditional Gaelic storyteller, and begins to unravel the mysteries surrounding her absent father.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of family, estrangement, and self-discovery. As Breda spends her summer in Ireland, she is determined to uncover the truth about her family’s past and her own identity. The story delves into the dynamics of blended families and the impact of immigration, providing a thoughtful examination of relationships across generations. This edition spans 256 pages and is presented in English, inviting young readers to engage with Breda’s poignant quest for understanding.
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In the vein of When You Trap a Tiger and Shouting at the Rain, this is the story of the journey one girl undertakes to find herself.
After Breda Moriarity gets caught stealing one too many times, Breda’s mom sends her to Ireland, a place she has never been, to live with the grandfather she has never met.
While Breda doesn’t want to be in this strange land, she finally gets to meet Granda, her mom’s father. He’s a grumpy farmer who is also a seanchaí, a traditional Gaelic storyteller. But the most important story is the one nobody will talk about: what happened to her absent father. If nothing else this summer, Breda is determined to figure out the truth about her family’s history–and herself.
This powerfully poignant middle grade novel, the first from award-winning author Jessie Ann Foley, asks questions about estranged relationships, immigration, and family secrets.
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