While Dragging Our Hearts Behind Us
Cork, 1916-1923
A gripping historical thriller set in Rebel Cork during the Irish War of Independence.
In the aftermath of the Easter Rising, 17-year-old James is swept up in the intensity of Irish Nationalism. His carefree youth evaporates as he finds himself drawn into the Cork No.1 Brigade, C Company, eventually responsible for taking on the Black and Tans in the centre of Cork City. As the only full-time member of the Intelligence Squad and the Active Service Unit, James becomes deeply involved in the fight for Irish freedom, a trajectory he never imagined, and likely wouldn't survive.
Based on carefully researched anecdotes, While Dragging Our Hearts Behind Us tells a remarkable story of hidden Irish history, mysterious exploits, and treasonous events. It's a satisfying, informative, and gripping read that recognizes the area's role in the struggle for independence, and how one man’s history can become emblematic of the creation of a new nation. For readers interested in Irish history, historical thrillers, and personal stories of rebellion.
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