Peg O' My Heart

"Peg O' My Heart" by J. Hartley Manners is a compelling novel set in Ireland during a time of social and political upheaval, with themes of nationalism, identity, and the hardships faced by the Irish people. It follows Frank O'Connell, an Irish activist fighting for independence, and Angela Kingsnorth, an English landlord's daughter. Father Cahill, a symbol of traditional Irish society, worries about the growing push for change led by people, like O'Connell. O'Connell is determined to fight against injustice, drawing from his own tough past as he works to motivate the local population. Angela, at first protected by her advantaged life, starts to question her family's history and her duties, leading to a complex mix of personal and political loyalties as the story builds.