The Able McLaughlins (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9789370422476)

The Able McLaughlins is a historical narrative centered on a Scottish-American family as they face the profound effects of war and settlement. The novel delves into the complexities of returning from battle and the emotional toll it takes on an individual. A character struggles with adjusting to a life forever altered by war, where the ties of family and community are tested. As personal relationships evolve, unspoken tensions surface, especially surrounding a past love and the haunting absence of a loved one. The story highlights the deep emotional challenges of reconciliation and healing, depicting the stark contrast between the tranquility of rural life and the scars left by war. The narrative also explores how external pressures, like societal expectations and internal conflicts, shape the course of individual lives, and how the strength of familial bonds and loyalty can withstand even the harshest trials. Love and loyalty are shown to be pivotal forces in guiding characters through times of deep personal and collective hardship.

Author: Margaret Wilson
ISBN-10: 9370422471
ISBN-13: 9789370422476
Publisher: Double 9 Books
Language: English
Published: 01/02/2025
Pages: 154
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.41lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.36d