Patrick
Taylor
In the
fictional Northern Irish village of Ballybucklebo, Christmas is quickly
approaching. While the hustle and bustle is all too familiar to the long-time
local medical practitioner, Doctor Fingal Flahertie O’Reilly, it is quite the
new experience for his new junior partner, Doctor Barry Laverty. Barry has
recently moved to Ballybucklebo, and as he adapts to the way of life in this
little rural village, the practice becomes busier with the cold, cough, and flu
season, and Barry finds himself more closely involved with his new adopted
community.
Although Barry
wishes to be closer to his love interest, Patricia, who is currently away
attending school in England, O’Reilly and their housekeeper, Mrs. Kinkaid, help
to keep him distracted. From enjoying the ongoing festivities, to helping
members of the community with obstacles they face this season, to competing
with the new medical practice opening up in the area, Barry finds himself
playing a bigger role in this small community than he had anticipated.
Patrick
Taylor beautifully incorporates the Ulster dialect in his writing, even adding
a glossary for reference. This, in addition to his incredible story telling,
makes An Irish Country Christmas one
of those books that you feel you are really a part of. Filled with invaluable
lessons, this warm read is perfect for the chilly season. I see myself reading
this book for many years to come. So cuddle up under your afghan in front of
the fire, and you will not be able to put this book down.
- Joseph
Cassidy
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