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So Much Owed

An Irish World War 2 Story

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So Much Owed

By: Jean Grainger
Narrated by: Art Campion
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An Irish country doctor is sickened by all he saw in the First World War. His children are now determined to fight in World War 2. How far can you stretch the ties that bind a family?

In the turbulent and uncertain times of Ireland in 1919, the birth of two children revitalise a small town.

Dr. Richard Buckley returns home to his wife and beloved hometown of Dunderrig, weary and heart-sick over the horror and pointlessness of The Great War.

Soon, trouble is coming from all sides—Richard’s unhappy wife leaves Dunderrig, and a Nazi occupied Europe marches steadily closer to home.

In the blink of an eye, the peace he’d craved and enjoyed since his days on the battlefield are gone.

Meantime, James and Juliet come of age in a world on the brink of chaos, where the remnants of rebellion at home have snowballed into the horrors of yet another world war.

Their father doesn’t see the twins choosing different paths—dangerous paths—that will test everything, including their love for their country, their family, and each other.

Historically rich and moving, the tale of two children from the Irish countryside caught in the throes of wartime Europe is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and its willingness to endure.

©2022 Gold Harp Media (P)2023 Jean Grainger 20th Century Historical Fiction Fiction War Heartfelt
Gripping Storyline • Engaging Characters • Pleasant Voice • Heartwarming Tale • Intricate Storytelling
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I have never listened to any of her books that didn’t keep me engaged up to the very end. There were a few slow parts in the beginning but after that I listened every chance I got. It bugs me that my library doesn’t carry any of her books.

Loved it

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Good story line and good character development. Interesting family relationships and interactions between spouses and siblings.

Great book

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When you have a genuinely good story and you pair it with an absolutely amazing narrator you have a perfect audio book! I enjoyed this so much!

Wonderful story, fantastic narrator

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you can read other reviews for book specifics, but I will just say. I read/listen to multiple books acweek and rarely find one worth 1 or 2 stars. this is, by far 5 star book.

fabulous

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What I particularly like about this author is how she brings to life the real world experiences of the human beings who lived through the events that she portrays fictitiously. There is a difference between knowing history, and developing a rudimentary understanding of the impact of events on people who lived through it. Jean Grainger provides a gripping storyline that engages us in the lives of people who represent those we will never meet, yet, and to whom, indeed we do owe so much. Skilled, talented narration brings it home.

Another home run!

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Excellent story, fabulous characters, incredible narration.
Thank you to everyone who worked to make this a very satisfying experience.

I haven’t enjoyed a story like this in a very long time.

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I’ve listen and read many WW2 books, fiction and non fiction and without a doubt this is one of the best. The narrator did an excellent job. But it was the story that did it for me. The author kept me wanting to hear more. The storyline never got stale. The weaving of each of the characters storylines was well written. I’ll continue to read more from this author.

One of the Best

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I loved this story. The narrator was outstanding. I was so sad to have it end!! Highly recommend!!

Great story and excellent narrator

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A great historical novel from the point of view of Irish in WWII. Loved characters.

Love Jean Grainger novels

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I thoroughly enjoyed, So Much Owed, and I look forward to the sequel. I really enjoy Jean Grainger’s clean, simple style and her interesting storytelling.
The reader did an excellent job—no over the top attempts at different voices. A bad reader can ruin a book.

Good very story and equally good reader.

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