Dr. O’Reilly rallies the villagers to help one of their own

In Ballybucklebo, Christmas has barely passed before a fire engulfs the thatched cottage of Donal Donnally and his family. The family escapes the blaze with nothing left but the clothes on their backs.

Doctors Fingal Flahertie O’Reilly and Barry Laverty rally the people of Ballybucklebo to their aid. Rebuilding the cottage won’t be quick, but neighbors from all walks of life will help the Donnallys get back on their feet.

Meanwhile, young Barry and his wife, Sue, frustrated in their efforts to start a family, turn to modern medicine. And O’Reilly must tread carefully advising a married patient on how to avoid a dangerous pregnancy.

As sectarian divisions bring unrest to Ulster, peace still reigns in Ballybucklebo.

Review Quotes

“Taylor is a bang-up storyteller who captivates and entertains from the first word.”—Publishers Weekly

“What Herriot did for Yorkshire, Taylor now does for Northern Ireland’s Country Antrim and County Down.”—Kirkus Reviews

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