Farrell’s Way
“Three families bound by hardship, hope, and history.”
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Farrell’s Way is a sweeping family saga of resilience and belonging, set against the turmoil of nineteenth- and twentieth-century Ireland. From Joseph Farrell, a Catholic landowner resisting the Tithe system in 1830s Wicklow, to his descendants enduring famine, rebellion, and the fight for land, the Farrell’s’ journey reflects Ireland’s own struggle for survival and identity. Alongside them stand the Byrnes and the Rafters—families bound by loyalty and hardship, from the blazing whiskey fire in Dublin’s Liberties to the Curragh of Kildare and the building of the British Army Headquarters in Ireland Through Denis Farrell’s pursuit of security, Eliza Doran’s strength, and Molly and Ernie’s challenges in post-World War I. Dublin, generations grapple with the weight of history while forging their own future in a new Irish Free State. Rich in atmosphere and unforgettable characters, Farrell’s Way is a powerful tale of family, endurance, and the unbreakable ties that shape both people and nation.
About the Author
Edward Farrell was born in Dublin and has lived in the midlands for the past forty years. Educated in Moyle Park College Clondalkin and Rathmines College Dublin. Successfully ran his own company until he retired in 2023. This is his first Novel.