Over the Water
Over the Water by Maude Casey, published by Puffin Books in 1996, is a 246-page work written in English. This book follows fourteen-year-old Mary as she navigates feelings of being a misfit in both her current life in England and her former home in Ireland. A visit to her Irish relatives serves as a pivotal moment, allowing her to explore her heritage and gain insights into her family dynamics.
Readers will find that the narrative delves into themes of family and identity, as Mary’s journey helps her understand her background and her mother more deeply. The story captures elements of juvenile fiction, focusing on lifestyles and the significance of place, particularly in the context of farm and ranch life in Europe. Through her experiences, Mary embarks on a path of self-discovery that resonates with the complexities of growing up.
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Fourteen-year-old Mary feels like a misfit, both in England where she and her family live and in their former Ireland home, until a visit to her Irish relatives helps her gain a better understanding of her background, her mother, and herself.
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