Description
The Stolen Child by Lisa Carey is a historical fiction novel with elements of magical realism, set on a remote Irish island in 1959.
When American Brigid arrives on St. Brigid’s Island to claim her late uncle’s cottage, she is also searching for a legendary holy well said to possess miraculous powers. There she becomes drawn into the lives of sisters Rose and Emer, whose isolated existence is shaped by the sea, ancient beliefs and secrets that have been passed down through generations.
As Brigid settles into island life, she discovers that Emer possesses strange abilities and is desperately trying to protect her young son, Niall, from an unseen threat. What follows is a haunting story of betrayal, desire, motherhood and love, woven through Irish folklore and the island’s deeply rooted spiritual traditions.
Steeped in Irish history, mythology and old-world folklore, The Stolen Child is a compelling choice for readers who enjoy atmospheric historical fiction with magical, mystical and literary elements.
This is an uncorrected manuscript proof.
