Where the Heart Should Be

Set against the backdrop of Ireland during the devastating famine of 1846, the story follows Nell, a scullery maid trapped in a life of servitude under Sir Philip Wicken. Once filled with dreams, her world is bleak as she witnesses the stark contrast between the well-fed dogs and the starving people. Hope emerges when she meets Johnny Browning, the heir to the Big House, igniting a poignant love story amidst the chaos of loss and despair. This novel weaves themes of longing, resilience, and the impact of societal divides.