1916

A Novel of the Irish Rebellion (Irish Century, Book 1)

By: Morgan Llywelyn

Narrated by: Mil Nicholson

First in the Irish Century historical fiction series, 1916: A Novel of the Irish Rebellion begins the saga of the Halloran family during Ireland's long struggle for independence.

At age 15, Ned Halloran lost both of his parents - and almost his own life - when the Titanic sank. Determined to keep what little he has, he returns to his homeland of Ireland and enrolls at Saint Edna's school in Dublin. Saint Edna's headmaster is the renowned scholar and poet Patrick Pearse - who is soon to gain greater fame as a rebel and patriot. Ned becomes deeply involved with the growing revolution...and the sacrifices it will demand.

Through Ned's eyes, Morgan Llywelyn's 1916 examines the Irish fight for freedom - inspired by poets and schoolteachers, fueled by a desperate desire for independence, and played out in the historic streets of Dublin against the background of World War I. It is a story of the brave men and heroic women who, for a few unforgettable days, managed to hold out against the might of the British Empire.

©1998 Morgan Llywelyn (P)2020 Tantor

Well written

The narrator was very good, but it sounded like she was chewing gum the whole time.

A chapter in the terrible story that is Ireland and more so what used to be the English Empire.

Historical fiction. The author did a good job of focusing on the Easter Rebellion as well as previous atrocities.

I enjoy listening to historical fiction. book was well written and the narrator was excellent

I enjoy listening to historical fiction. the book was well written with lots of info about Ireland. the narrator was excellent

Compelling

Love historical novels, and this one did not disappoint. It covers the buildup and immediate aftermath of the Easter Rising. The story is compelling and very important to Ireland’s history. The narration is good with the exception of voicing the child, which I found to be dreadful and hugely annoying. Fortunately, the child had few speaking parts. The story has been criticized for its political bent, but the very nature of a rebellion is highly political. I thought it struck a good balance between facts and moralizing. Definitely recommend book.

Award winning Narrator

The book was good but went on a little long prior to the rebellion. The characters were very real!