Embedded Files
Available on kindle and in print
Available on kindle and in print
Dublin Harbour, Ireland, 1793:
When the convict ship Boddington left Ireland's shores Patrick Rourke felt as though he was sailing away from his soul as well as from his home land.
Not so very long before he had everything to live for - he was young, strong and healthy, had a loving family and had won the affection of his sweetheart Catherine.
Then, a relatively minor confrontation with the occupying British Redcoats escalated beyond all foreseeable consequences. Patrick became a pawn in the political aspirations of the United Irishmen and suffered the wrath of the British dominated Irish penal system.
With everything he held dear seemingly lost, Patrick found himself thrust into an emotional and physical journey that saw him plummet into the depths of rage and despair as he was transported to the penal colony of New South Wales.
Would he ever see his family or his beloved Ireland again ? And Catherine - all his future revolved around Catherine - what could he hope to offer her now ?
Patrick's Journey contains an uplifting message of the resilience of the human spirit. It is an historical fiction novel based on the real life history of one of Australia's early Irish convict settlers.
Reviews
Reviews
"Mr Humphreys has done his research, and the resulting historical setting is well presented, with a lot of information woven into the narrative" - Historical Novel Society
"This historical fiction novel is interesting and enjoyable, while being heart breaking yet uplifting. I have no hesitation in highly recommending Patrick's Journey to lovers of historical fiction" - Brenda from Goodreads
"I really enjoyed this book, mostly because it was based around true events. The characters were very well rounded and likable, especially father Mick. I also liked that the author didn't make the Redcoats out to be huge villians. It was also interesting to read about the beginning relationship between England, Ireland and Australia. Books like this really make history come alive." - Amazon Review, United States, April 21, 2018.
A gripping story from beginning to end. The characters in this book came to life immediately to tell a wonderful story of hope and love and never giving up. The author does a great job of setting up the scenes and pulling you in until you can't stop reading because you have to know what happens next. I highly recommend this book and I'm hoping the author will continue the story of this family because it is a story you just don't want to let go. - Amazon Review, United States, October 24, 2014
Hard to put down.One of the best Australian historical "fiction" books I've read. - Amazon Review, Australia, July 18, 2017.
Page updated
Google Sites
Report abuse