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spencermack wrote: ↑17 Mar 2020, 10:29 Not knowing much about Irish folklore I loved that it was weaved seamlessly into the mystery. it made me want to go learn more and I was pleasantly surprised to learn that the author clearly did extensive research before trying to add it to the mystery.
The history that the author wove into the story and mystery did seem to be accurate, well-researched, and well-written (and I've read a LOT about Ireland). It told a slightly more in-depth version that we generally get in seventh-grade history class and added to our knowledge of those events. I haven't visited Ireland yet either (the operative word there is yet) but hope to one day. I sincerely hope it is a beautiful a land as the author described to us. Thank you all for stopping in and sharing your thoughts with us!Amanda Newton wrote: ↑17 Mar 2020, 20:11 Having never visited Ireland, I didn't really know anything about the country other than movies. But I felt that it was well written and I could see what the author was talking about. I wouldn't have been able to catch if anything was wrong though
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I believe that the legends in Ireland is exactly why it is a good place for murder mysteries. I don't know that Ireland would be like it's legend, but the legend is what makes it such a hot spot on the bucket list of many people.Musk doaab wrote: ↑18 Mar 2020, 14:55 It seems like Ireland is a good place for murder mysteries. Another novel i read, whose name i don't remember now was about a murder mystery writer coming to Ireland for his new book. As fascinating as it sounds, i often wonder if real Ireland would be like its legend.
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You are right. The author put in a lot of work and research in this book, and it's evident by the authenticity of her descriptions. I enjoyed the book.Kelyn wrote: ↑02 Mar 2020, 23:20 As a long time student of every aspect of Ireland, I have read anything and everything I could get my hands on about the country. I was delighted with the authenticity the author displayed when describing the country. I was equally as pleased with the way she was able to work in the mystery aspect while still staying respectfully true to Irish history and tragedies. She really seems to have done her homework! Based on what you read in the book, do you think (as I do) the author was successful in her realistic depiction of Ireland and its history? Why or why not? What parts of the book made you feel that way?
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