The Girl in the Castle: A Novel (Deverill Chronicles 1)

About this book

Previously published as The Girl in the Castle Ireland. The early twentieth century. Two girls on the cusp of womanhood. A nation on the brink of war. Read their story and see why JOJO Moyes says that "Nobody does epic romance like Santa Montefiore." Born on the ninth day of the ninth month in the year 1900 Kitty Deverill grows up in Castle Deverill on the sunning green ghills of West Cork Ireland the same place her ancestors have always dwelled. She isnt fully Irish as the son of the local veterinarian likes to tease her; but this doesnt stop Kitty and Jack OLeary from falling in love... Bridie Doyle daughter to Castle Deverills cook cherishes her friendship with Kitty. Yet she cant help dreaming of someday having wealth having glamour having... more. And when she discovers Kittys darkest secret Bridie finds herself growing to resent the girl in the castle who seems to have it all. As Irish and British forces collide in Southern Ireland Jack enlists to fight and Kitty throws herself into the cause for Irish liberty running messages and ammunition between the rebels. But her allegiance to her family and her friends will soon be tested... and when Castle Deverill comes under attack the only home and life shes ever known are threatened. A powerful story of love loyalty and friendship The Girl in the Castle is an exquisitely written novel set against the magical captivating landscape of Ireland perfect for fans of DOWNTON ABBEY and KATE MORTON.