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The Kilteegan Bridge Story #4
When Irish Eyes Are Lying
Kilteegan Bridge, Ireland. 1975
Despite the best efforts to the older generation to maintain standards, short skirts, long hair and loud music are all the rage in Kilteegan Bridge.
Emmet Kogan has set his sights on an education at the prestigious Stanford University in California, while his cousin Nellie also longs to get away, but for very different reasons. If she’s to escape too, it will mean wrapping herself in a web of lies, but it’s a price she’s willing to pay.
Lena and Eli are terrified they will lose their boy to the bright lights of America forever, while Emily and Blackie make a decision to keep a dangerous secret, despite knowing the damage such duplicity can do.
On the exciting streets of 1970s San Francisco, two young Irish people have to learn to navigate this new world of wonderful opportunities and dangerous vices, and learn that no matter how open and accepting a society is, there are always rules.
Rules that if broken, carry a heavy penalty.
Despite the best efforts to the older generation to maintain standards, short skirts, long hair and loud music are all the rage in Kilteegan Bridge.
Emmet Kogan has set his sights on an education at the prestigious Stanford University in California, while his cousin Nellie also longs to get away, but for very different reasons. If she’s to escape too, it will mean wrapping herself in a web of lies, but it’s a price she’s willing to pay.
Lena and Eli are terrified they will lose their boy to the bright lights of America forever, while Emily and Blackie make a decision to keep a dangerous secret, despite knowing the damage such duplicity can do.
On the exciting streets of 1970s San Francisco, two young Irish people have to learn to navigate this new world of wonderful opportunities and dangerous vices, and learn that no matter how open and accepting a society is, there are always rules.
Rules that if broken, carry a heavy penalty.
264 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 17, 2023
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Jean Grainger
93 books1,630 followersJean Grainger was born in Cork, Ireland. She has been a tour guide of her beloved home country, a teacher, a university lecturer and a playwright. She began writing fiction at the suggestion of her clients on tours, many of whom were sure all the stories she told them would make for a great book. Her first book, The Tour, has become a Number 1 bestseller on Amazon. It tells the story of a disparate group of American visitors to Ireland, who, along with their Irish tour guide have a life changing experience in the magical Emerald Isle.
Her second book, So Much Owed, is a family saga set during the Second World War. The story centres on the Buckley family of West Cork and how their lives are pulled in different directions as they become embroiled in the war. It is a sweeping family saga of intrigue and romance against the background of occupied Europe.
In her third novel, Shadow of a Century, she tells a tale of a battered old flag found in New York in 2016, a century after it was used during the Easter Rising, when Ireland made her final bid for freedom from Great Britain. This tells the story of a journalist who uncovers a story, one with much more to it than a flag.
Her fourth novel, due out in Spring 2016, Under Heaven’s Shining Stars, is set in the 1970s in Cork, Ireland and is a novel about friendship. Three boys, Liam, Patrick and Hugo, though from very different backgrounds are united in a deep but often times challenging friendship. As their lives progress, only by staying strong, can they prevail. Or fail.
Her novella, Letters of Freedom, tells the story of Carmel, stuck in a pointless marriage, when a figure from her past emerges and changes everything with a ‘like’ on Facebook. This quick read will touch your heart.
She lives in Cork with her husband and her two youngest children. The older two come home occasionally with laundry and to raid the fridge.
Her second book, So Much Owed, is a family saga set during the Second World War. The story centres on the Buckley family of West Cork and how their lives are pulled in different directions as they become embroiled in the war. It is a sweeping family saga of intrigue and romance against the background of occupied Europe.
In her third novel, Shadow of a Century, she tells a tale of a battered old flag found in New York in 2016, a century after it was used during the Easter Rising, when Ireland made her final bid for freedom from Great Britain. This tells the story of a journalist who uncovers a story, one with much more to it than a flag.
Her fourth novel, due out in Spring 2016, Under Heaven’s Shining Stars, is set in the 1970s in Cork, Ireland and is a novel about friendship. Three boys, Liam, Patrick and Hugo, though from very different backgrounds are united in a deep but often times challenging friendship. As their lives progress, only by staying strong, can they prevail. Or fail.
Her novella, Letters of Freedom, tells the story of Carmel, stuck in a pointless marriage, when a figure from her past emerges and changes everything with a ‘like’ on Facebook. This quick read will touch your heart.
She lives in Cork with her husband and her two youngest children. The older two come home occasionally with laundry and to raid the fridge.
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April 18, 2023
When Irish Eyes Are Lying
Another Winner from Ms. Grainger! I wonder whether she knows how to write anything else?! The story from Kilteegan Bridge continues, this time with even more heartbreak. My kids called me Leaky Faucet because I cried at most movies & some books, but not in a while. Until this book!! I've shed a tear or two, off & on, with other books, but with this one I downright CRIED! So I'm issuing a bona-fide Kleenex Alert! No Spoilers here, just be forewarned! All our favorite characters are here, some grow up a bit, several meet life-changing events. As in real life, you never know what's around the next corner. If you've read the 1st 3 books in this series, pick this one up as soon as you can! If you haven't, do start on book #1! I love this series & will hate to come to the end of it! However, I know Ms. Grainger will be writing more to come!
Another Winner from Ms. Grainger! I wonder whether she knows how to write anything else?! The story from Kilteegan Bridge continues, this time with even more heartbreak. My kids called me Leaky Faucet because I cried at most movies & some books, but not in a while. Until this book!! I've shed a tear or two, off & on, with other books, but with this one I downright CRIED! So I'm issuing a bona-fide Kleenex Alert! No Spoilers here, just be forewarned! All our favorite characters are here, some grow up a bit, several meet life-changing events. As in real life, you never know what's around the next corner. If you've read the 1st 3 books in this series, pick this one up as soon as you can! If you haven't, do start on book #1! I love this series & will hate to come to the end of it! However, I know Ms. Grainger will be writing more to come!
April 15, 2025
4.25
January 12, 2023
I will fully admit that Jean Grainger is one of my favourite authors, and I can't decide if her top skill is her effortless prose that captures my imagination, or the wonderful characters that I often wish would come to life right off the pages. This book reunites us with the fine folk of Kilteegan Bridge, and focuses mainly on Lena, Eli and their children, as well as Emily, Blackie, and their children. The plot takes place in Ireland, London, and California. The story continues and although you can tell times are changing as everyone grows older the core family values of Kilteegan Bridge are still strong. I found Nellie's storyline to have been very touching, with the young girl trying to find her way after her heart break and coping with her struggles and challenges. Emmet is maturing and it was great to see the development with his biological father and how he balances that relationship with his family. There are happy times and heartbreak for some of my favourite characters, and I felt these heartbreaks deeply. This book had me torn - should I keep reading quickly, or should I stretch it out and savour it? In the end I did both - picked it up and raced through a few chapters, and then forced myself to take a break and just think about what I had read, and wonder (and worry) what might come next. Really, this book just captured my heart and that's A-OK by this reader.
February 28, 2025
Never thought I would like historical novels
I love this series of books. I especially love all the characters and how each have their own personality. In this book much time is spent on Nellie’s character. She is a real “wild child”. I like how the historical events and the culture of the times are presented. There is a real shock near the end. I shed tears! Highly recommend
I love this series of books. I especially love all the characters and how each have their own personality. In this book much time is spent on Nellie’s character. She is a real “wild child”. I like how the historical events and the culture of the times are presented. There is a real shock near the end. I shed tears! Highly recommend
January 29, 2023
I thoroughly enjoyed the books in this series and am looking forward to the final book.
March 24, 2023
Wonderful
I've really enjoyed this series and this book was no exception really enjoyed it, can't wait for the next book.
I've really enjoyed this series and this book was no exception really enjoyed it, can't wait for the next book.
January 11, 2023
Wow, this book has so, so many twists and turns, and at times I really wasn't sure where it was going. It did open up lots of thoughts for me, and as usual, it kept me interested and involved, and wanting to learn more about these diverse characters from Kilteegan Bridge, with this book spending more time on Nellie and Emmett's story. Of course, their story is not complete without their parents, siblings and the ever interesting Malachy.
I read an ARC of this book and I am looking forward to reading Book 5 in this series.
I read an ARC of this book and I am looking forward to reading Book 5 in this series.
March 10, 2023
Fabulous book by Jean Grainger! I love the characters that she creates - they feel so very real to me. In book 4 we see Nellie struggling and her parents, Emily and Blackie, are very supportive and have a plan to help her through this situation while keeping it hush-hush from the folks of Kilteegan Bridge. Lena and Eli have their own set of difficulties, and Malachy comes to the rescue in a very big way for the family. Set in the 70s in both rural Ireland and in "big city" USA, When Irish Eyes are Lying has a lot of very interesting themes and adventures.
When Irish Eyes are Lying is full of both love and loss. Jean Grainger writes her stories in the same way that life happens - full of ups and downs. She doesn't write "feel-good" stories with happy endings; she includes realistic plots with joy, tears, triumph and tragedy. I love that about her books - they are interesting, entertaining, and definitely not predictable!
When Irish Eyes are Lying is full of both love and loss. Jean Grainger writes her stories in the same way that life happens - full of ups and downs. She doesn't write "feel-good" stories with happy endings; she includes realistic plots with joy, tears, triumph and tragedy. I love that about her books - they are interesting, entertaining, and definitely not predictable!
January 10, 2023
Read my full review on Rosepoint Publishing.
Several storylines in this episode that included Nellie (déjà vu Lena), Nellie’s cousin Emmett, his birth dad Malachy, as well as Fintan Slattery’s misunderstanding of the power of the “Good People.”
Granted, I loved the insight into the “fairy” tales, those Good People who can get downright dangerously vindictive when crossed. So many origins in our customs today that stem from ancient myths, superstitions handed down and still observed.
To escape Nellie’s painful experience, she is invited and allowed to go Palo Alto where Malachy is living with his birth father in preparation for going to Stanford.
Meanwhile, back at home in Kilteegan Bridge, Lena and Eli immersed in helping Emily and Blackie takes a tragic turn, one that is gut-wrenching. I haven’t quite recovered from that yet. Ms. Grainger pulled no punches in this one!
I’ve read and thoroughly enjoyed each of the entries in the series, the characters so well-developed they are part of the neighborhood. I know and love them, each with immersive stories of their own. But this one hurt.
I received a complimentary review copy of this book from the author that in no way influenced this review. These are my honest thoughts.
Several storylines in this episode that included Nellie (déjà vu Lena), Nellie’s cousin Emmett, his birth dad Malachy, as well as Fintan Slattery’s misunderstanding of the power of the “Good People.”
Granted, I loved the insight into the “fairy” tales, those Good People who can get downright dangerously vindictive when crossed. So many origins in our customs today that stem from ancient myths, superstitions handed down and still observed.
To escape Nellie’s painful experience, she is invited and allowed to go Palo Alto where Malachy is living with his birth father in preparation for going to Stanford.
Meanwhile, back at home in Kilteegan Bridge, Lena and Eli immersed in helping Emily and Blackie takes a tragic turn, one that is gut-wrenching. I haven’t quite recovered from that yet. Ms. Grainger pulled no punches in this one!
I’ve read and thoroughly enjoyed each of the entries in the series, the characters so well-developed they are part of the neighborhood. I know and love them, each with immersive stories of their own. But this one hurt.
I received a complimentary review copy of this book from the author that in no way influenced this review. These are my honest thoughts.
January 19, 2023
When Irish Eyes Are Lying : The Kilteegan Bridge Story, Book 4 is by Jean Grainger. This book is the most emotional of all Jean’s books. It is the only one which had me crying as I attempted to read the rest of the story through my tears. This was after the turmoil that Nellie had brought to the family here in Kilteegan Bridge. The turmoil reached from Kilteegan to Dublin to London and to America and back.
When sixteen-year-old Nellie becomes pregnant and refuses to tell who the father is, her family becomes terribly upset. That is everyone except her cousin Emmett. He already knew and had already come to terms with the ‘father’. However, he refused, as did Nellie to tell who he was, only to say that he wouldn’t tell Nellie’s secret. Nellie decided to have the baby but to give him up for adoption. Her parents decided to send her to London to have the baby and if she still wanted to give him up, they had would bring the baby back home and pass him off as her mother’s child. All went as planned except Nellie decided to go to California with Emmett and stay with his biological father for the summer. However, trouble seems to follow Nellie around.
The book is really good and is one of Jean Grainger’s better ones. I can hardly wait for March to get here to find out what Malachy was told.
March 2, 2023
It's back to the characters of Kilteegn Bridge for book 4 on the series. It's the 1970's and times are changing. This part of the story takes the reader from Ireland to San Fransisco and back again.
"Despite the best efforts to the older generation to maintain standards, short skirts, long hair and loud music are all the rage in Kilteegan Bridge.
Emmet Kogan has set his sights on an education at the prestigious Stanford University in California, while his cousin Nellie also longs to get away, but for very different reasons. If she’s to escape too, it will mean wrapping herself in a web of lies, but it’s a price she’s willing to pay.
Lena and Eli are terrified they will lose their boy to the bright lights of America forever, while Emily and Blackie make a decision to keep a dangerous secret, despite knowing the damage such duplicity can do.
On the exciting streets of 1970s San Francisco, two young Irish people have to learn to navigate this new world of wonderful opportunities and dangerous vices, and learn that no matter how open and accepting a society is, there are always rules. Rules that if broken, carry a heavy penalty."
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"Despite the best efforts to the older generation to maintain standards, short skirts, long hair and loud music are all the rage in Kilteegan Bridge.
Emmet Kogan has set his sights on an education at the prestigious Stanford University in California, while his cousin Nellie also longs to get away, but for very different reasons. If she’s to escape too, it will mean wrapping herself in a web of lies, but it’s a price she’s willing to pay.
Lena and Eli are terrified they will lose their boy to the bright lights of America forever, while Emily and Blackie make a decision to keep a dangerous secret, despite knowing the damage such duplicity can do.
On the exciting streets of 1970s San Francisco, two young Irish people have to learn to navigate this new world of wonderful opportunities and dangerous vices, and learn that no matter how open and accepting a society is, there are always rules. Rules that if broken, carry a heavy penalty."
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January 4, 2023
When Irish Eyes Are Lying, book 4 in Jean Grainger’s Kilteegan series has now advanced twenty or so years since the first book. The world is changing, but some things never change in Ireland like respect for the fairies and their sacred places. This reader appreciates how the author weaves Irish folklore into her plots. The story focuses on new beginnings for some characters and great changes and struggles for others. The contrast between small town Ireland in the 1970s with San Francisco is very enlightening. The plot is complex, and the Kilteegan characters keep developing. Ms.Grainger has written that there’s one more book coming in this series which should be very interesting considering how this one ended. I voluntarily reviewed an advance copy of this book. Most highly recommend.
January 11, 2023
Family sagas are my favourite genre and this series ticks all the boxes: love, loyalty, tragedy, drama, intrigue…the list goes on! Although this is the fourth book in the series, there is enough reference to the past to enable it to be read as a ‘stand-alone’; however, it is richer when the reader knows the full background story of the Kogan extended family.
Lena’s family is a close-knit unit, with past conflicts largely resolved, until a series of events trigger more upheaval and they, once again, experience more than their fair share of tragedy. The book ends on a bitter-sweet note as the family unites in the face of unimaginable heartbreak for Lena.
I ‘lived’ each character in this story and look forward to the final book…
I received a free Advanced Reader Copy from the author and this is my honest review.
Lena’s family is a close-knit unit, with past conflicts largely resolved, until a series of events trigger more upheaval and they, once again, experience more than their fair share of tragedy. The book ends on a bitter-sweet note as the family unites in the face of unimaginable heartbreak for Lena.
I ‘lived’ each character in this story and look forward to the final book…
I received a free Advanced Reader Copy from the author and this is my honest review.
January 20, 2023
When Irish Eyes are Lying is the delightful fourth book in the Kilteegan Bridge series. I definitely recommend that this series be read in chronological order as each continues on from the next.
It is now Ireland, 1975 and Emmet is nearly eighteen. He is determined to attend Stanford University and to live and work with his biological father. For Lena and Eli this is a difficult time as the Kogan and O’Sullivan families face trouble and uncertainty, not only in Ireland but also in California.
Jean Grainger writes with heart and honesty about the age without sugar coating the more unsavoury aspects of the time. Her characters are, as always, well rounded and totally believable.
I really enjoyed this book and definitely recommend it.
It is now Ireland, 1975 and Emmet is nearly eighteen. He is determined to attend Stanford University and to live and work with his biological father. For Lena and Eli this is a difficult time as the Kogan and O’Sullivan families face trouble and uncertainty, not only in Ireland but also in California.
Jean Grainger writes with heart and honesty about the age without sugar coating the more unsavoury aspects of the time. Her characters are, as always, well rounded and totally believable.
I really enjoyed this book and definitely recommend it.
February 4, 2023
Thank heaven there’s another one to come!
I turned the page and saw ‘The End’!
I hadn’t seen that coming and my disappointment was like a break-up.
Then I saw the note from Jean, I only have to wait a few weeks to follow my Kilteegan Bridge friends’ adventures, to find out Why?
But I can’t spoil your enjoyment of this lovely story.
As usual the book is beautifully written, the story draws you in and the characters seem like family by now, in this fourth book in the series.
Once again Jean has explored the issues of the day in an interesting and non-judgemental way. Highly recommended read.
Give yourself a treat, get your copy today! Then cancel all chores & appointments!
I turned the page and saw ‘The End’!
I hadn’t seen that coming and my disappointment was like a break-up.
Then I saw the note from Jean, I only have to wait a few weeks to follow my Kilteegan Bridge friends’ adventures, to find out Why?
But I can’t spoil your enjoyment of this lovely story.
As usual the book is beautifully written, the story draws you in and the characters seem like family by now, in this fourth book in the series.
Once again Jean has explored the issues of the day in an interesting and non-judgemental way. Highly recommended read.
Give yourself a treat, get your copy today! Then cancel all chores & appointments!
January 10, 2023
Another excellent installment in the Kilteegan Bridge series. There were multiple storylines in the book, ranging from Nellie’s experience with childbirth, to her and her cousin Emmett’s stay with Malachy in Palo Alto, California, to Fintan Slattery’s grievous leg injury after offending the faeries or “Good People.” Vera Slattery, whose mother was reputed to be a witch, has passed on enough knowledge to Vera to make all turn right in the end. She even helps Eli with an ailment.
The storyline is immersive, I found Nellie’s involvement with drug users and flower girls in California to be credible and eye-opening both—I was in college about that time. Once again, the characters are vividly human, not without fault, but graced with warmth and love. My 4 star grade is therefore really 4 1/2. When I read Jean Grainger’s books including this one, I feel I have discovered a worthy successor to another favorite author, the late Irish author Maeve Binchy.
I received an advance copy from the author in return for an honest review.
The storyline is immersive, I found Nellie’s involvement with drug users and flower girls in California to be credible and eye-opening both—I was in college about that time. Once again, the characters are vividly human, not without fault, but graced with warmth and love. My 4 star grade is therefore really 4 1/2. When I read Jean Grainger’s books including this one, I feel I have discovered a worthy successor to another favorite author, the late Irish author Maeve Binchy.
I received an advance copy from the author in return for an honest review.
February 18, 2023
Again, Jean Grainger has managed to draw us into the complicated lives of the families of Kilteegan Bridge. You will laugh, be surprised and shed tears as you become absorbed in their troubles and happiness. One more last chapter in this beautiful saga to come in March. I can hardly wait, but will be sad to see them go.
Thank you, Jean Grainger, for bringing us the wonderful glimpse of the Irish history, past and present, the stoicism and strong spirit of its people and pure, unadulterated joy in reading. I have said it before, and I say it again, you have become my favorite author. Slainte!!
Thank you, Jean Grainger, for bringing us the wonderful glimpse of the Irish history, past and present, the stoicism and strong spirit of its people and pure, unadulterated joy in reading. I have said it before, and I say it again, you have become my favorite author. Slainte!!
August 13, 2023
Heart and Home
I have been loving Jean Grainger’s books. They are hard to put down. She does an amazing job of developing characters, each one true to who they are throughout a series, and each distinctly unique. I think this is part of what brings them alive, and what makes them so loved. I am not sure I have read another author who does this so successfully with multiple characters simultaneously. Usually a main character is developed, but in Grainger’s books, the entire cast of characters comes alive with their own unique individuality. You come to know them and can relate to each one, and love them.
I have been loving Jean Grainger’s books. They are hard to put down. She does an amazing job of developing characters, each one true to who they are throughout a series, and each distinctly unique. I think this is part of what brings them alive, and what makes them so loved. I am not sure I have read another author who does this so successfully with multiple characters simultaneously. Usually a main character is developed, but in Grainger’s books, the entire cast of characters comes alive with their own unique individuality. You come to know them and can relate to each one, and love them.
September 7, 2023
Moving and exciting
I have read the other books in this series and they were great! But this book had me wanting to read start to finish . And yet as I came toward the end of the story my heart was broken, knowing exactly how Lena felt. It is hard to recover from this kind of tragedy but Lena does. I loved how Jean intertwined all the characters throughout the book each having their own amazing story. I also love how she left me hanging wanting to know what happens next! It's been a while since I have had a story move this way. I'm looking forward to reading the next one. God bless you Jean, how you write with compassion and brilliance.
I have read the other books in this series and they were great! But this book had me wanting to read start to finish . And yet as I came toward the end of the story my heart was broken, knowing exactly how Lena felt. It is hard to recover from this kind of tragedy but Lena does. I loved how Jean intertwined all the characters throughout the book each having their own amazing story. I also love how she left me hanging wanting to know what happens next! It's been a while since I have had a story move this way. I'm looking forward to reading the next one. God bless you Jean, how you write with compassion and brilliance.
January 13, 2023
When Irish Eyes Are Lying follows our friends from Kilteegan Bridge. As always Ms. Grainger's historic details are precise as this well written book brings us through the 1970s. It contains the continuing struggles and triumphs of the characters we love so dearly. There is a lot of heartache in this part of the story. Everything else on my "to do" list took a back seat as I kept turning the pages. I want to read more slowly but the compelling tale keeps me reading late into the night. Another outstanding work from this talented writer!
February 6, 2023
And so the saga continues. It's a good story with lots of interesting characters. The writing is good even though it's somewhat predictable ... but, there are a few surprises so ...
If you've read the first three books in this series, you're sure to enjoy this one as well. Apparently, there's one more before the story is done. I'll read it, too; it'll be nice to see how Malachy and Emmet turn out and whether or not everyone finds love.
If you've read the first three books in this series, you're sure to enjoy this one as well. Apparently, there's one more before the story is done. I'll read it, too; it'll be nice to see how Malachy and Emmet turn out and whether or not everyone finds love.
March 28, 2023
This continuation of the Kilteegan Bridge series is a very emotional story, centered around Nellie, Blackie & Emily’s daughter, who is suffering from a grave mistake n her life. Emmet is going to live with his biological father in California to attend Stanford University, and Nellie ends up joining him there for awhile. Lena will go through her own trauma, leaving her and the family devastated. Make sure you have tissues nearby. Excellent writing that will touch the depths of your heart and soul.
June 6, 2024
Irish eyes are lying
Jean Grainger writes historical fiction with details and brings the reader to the time and place of the characters. This book brought me to the times when in the world the changes in the culture was happening. I can remember some of this world changes. She brings out how important it is for families to stay together. The supportive role of community si much needed today. I really enjoyed the ending of this trilogy.
Jean Grainger writes historical fiction with details and brings the reader to the time and place of the characters. This book brought me to the times when in the world the changes in the culture was happening. I can remember some of this world changes. She brings out how important it is for families to stay together. The supportive role of community si much needed today. I really enjoyed the ending of this trilogy.
July 7, 2024
Mistakes, Shame, Sorrow, Fear, such is Life
We all make mistakes. Growing up is hard. Some struggle more than others to become responsible adults. Some face sorrow. The story is about life, and the things that make us human and Jean’s excellent ability to tell those stories in a way that the reader not only relates the characters but feels apart of their life. Feels their grief is real
We all make mistakes. Growing up is hard. Some struggle more than others to become responsible adults. Some face sorrow. The story is about life, and the things that make us human and Jean’s excellent ability to tell those stories in a way that the reader not only relates the characters but feels apart of their life. Feels their grief is real
September 29, 2024
This installment of the Kilteegan Bridge story is set in the 1960's/ 70's and spans two continents. Emmett Colgan and his cousin Nelly weathers coming of age experiences in California, while their families continue to prosper and grow in Ireland. I really enjoy the focus on family in this series; as the characters make mistakes and choose wrong paths, the family is always there to forgive and nurture them back to health.
May 17, 2025
This one had me tearing up at the end. The books in this series aren’t monumental but they are such well written stories. Lena is the main character but the lives of those in her family are told and sometimes others are the main character for a bit. I love that at the beginning of each book the author gives a recap and I never feel at a loss of who is who despite there being many characters. On to book 5
December 23, 2025
Something new always popping up!
This is one of the best series I’ve ever read. Grainger is a wonderful writer. Her characters are realistic and believable, some likable while others are despicable. Her stories rolls along interestingly yet not predictable. She always has something new to throw in that catches the reader off guard. I can’t wait to move on to the next book in this unforgettable series.
This is one of the best series I’ve ever read. Grainger is a wonderful writer. Her characters are realistic and believable, some likable while others are despicable. Her stories rolls along interestingly yet not predictable. She always has something new to throw in that catches the reader off guard. I can’t wait to move on to the next book in this unforgettable series.
December 30, 2022
Another great addition to this series. Life goes on with Lena and Eli and their family and friends. Readers may feel this is a fantasy which it is but this story mirrors small town life as it was in the 1950s in the USA. Ms Grainger has the gift of bringing her characters alive with her words. Her plot lines flow effortly through and around her characters.
I always look forward for this author's next book!
I always look forward for this author's next book!
January 6, 2023
Another fantastic book in the Kilteegan Bridge series. I am already itching to read the next and final instalment! It’s impossible not to become invested in these characters. As with all Jean Grainger’s books, it is hard to put down, educational, interesting, shocking and never predictable. Start at the beginning of the series and enjoy!
January 11, 2023
Every book that Jean Grainger writes draws you in so thoroughly that you lose track of time!!!! Isn't that wonderful! This book continues with the trend. It is excellent. She knows how to weave Milpitas characters that you care about. READ THIS BOOK! In fact, read all the books Jean has created.
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