Firefly Summer A Novel
Firefly Summer A Novel by Maeve Binchy, published by Random House Publishing Group in July 1989, is a reprint edition comprising 672 pages. This narrative unfolds in the Irish village of Mountfern, where Kate Ryan and her husband, John, run a lively pub and nurture dreams alongside their four children. The arrival of American millionaire Patrick O’Neill introduces a wave of change, as his charm and wealth challenge the town’s traditions and relationships, setting the stage for a summer filled with unexpected developments.
Readers will find a rich exploration of family life and community dynamics as loyalties are tested and tensions rise in Mountfern. The story delves into the complexities of love and jealousy, revealing how the lives of Kate and John intertwine with Patrick’s ambitions. As the town grapples with the consequences of his plans, themes of change and crisis emerge, painting a vivid picture of a community on the brink of transformation. This edition invites readers to immerse themselves in a tale that captures the essence of life in a small village, where every decision can alter the course of many lives.
Official synopsis Publisher
Kate Ryan and her husband, John, have a rollicking pub in the Irish village of Mountfern . . . four lovely children . . . and such wonderful dreams. But all that is about to change one fateful summer when American millionaire Patrick O’Neill comes to town with his irresistible charm, and money to burn. As love and hate vie for a town’s quiet heart, old traditions begin to crumble away. . . .
Patrick O’Neill builds the grand hotel of his dreams, with its promise of wealth and change. Loyalties are challenged, jealousies ignited, and tragedy strikes before the foundation is laid. Suddenly Kate and John Ryan’s lives and family are bound up with the newcomer in ways they can never imagine. And Patrick O’Neill faces his own crisis of conscience and heart as the events he sets in motion take on a life of their own in a town that will never be the same again.
Praise for Firefly Summer
“The best Binchy yet.”—The New York Times Book Review
“Totally engrossing . . . unforgettable . . . an absolutely grand story . . . a lyrical and compelling family drama . . . Mountfern and its residents come vibrantly alive.”—Cleveland Plain Dealer
“The secrets hidden behind lace curtains, a young girl’s first kiss, children’s summer games, unexpected pregnancies, sudden deaths. She makes us feel as if we also know the place and its people. . . . One of those good old-fashioned stories that are as comfortable and comforting as home itself.”—Philadelphia Inquirer
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