The Matchmaker of Kenmare

A Novel of Ireland

Frank Delaney

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Random House Trade Paperbacks
17 January 2012

Modern & contemporary fiction (post c 1945)

Series: A Novel of Ireland

From the New York Times bestselling author of Ireland, the lush and surprising follow-up to Venetia Kelly's Traveling Show, for fans of Frank Delaney's previous novels, lovers of Ireland, and readers of all historical fiction.

In the summer of 1943, as World War II rages on, Ben MacCarthy is haunted by the disappearance of his wife, the actress Venetia Kelly. Searching for purpose by collecting stories for the Irish Folklore Commission, he travels to a remote seaside cottage to profile the enigmatic Miss Kate Begley, the Matchmaker of Kenmare. Ben is immediately captivated by her, and a powerful friendship is forged. But when Charles Miller, a handsome American military intelligence officer, arrives on the scene, Miss Begley looks to make a match for herself. Miller needs a favor, but it will be dangerous. Under the cover of their neutrality as Irish citizens, Miss Begley and Ben travel to London and effectively operate as spies. As they are drawn more deeply and painfully into the conflict, both discover the perils of neutrality-in both love and war.

Steeped in colorful history, The Matchmaker of Kenmare is a lush and surprising novel, rich as myth, tense as a thriller, and, like all grand tales, harrowing, sometimes hilarious, and heartbreaking.

By: Frank Delaney
Imprint: Random House Trade Paperbacks
Country of Publication: United States
Volume: 2
Dimensions: Height: 209mm, Width: 139mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 349g
ISBN: 9780812979749
ISBN 10: 0812979745
Series: A Novel of Ireland
Pages: 416
Publication Date: 17 January 2012
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Frank Delaneyis the author of theNew York Timesbestselling novelIreland, as well asThe Last Storyteller, The Matchmaker of Kenmare, Venetia Kelly's Traveling Show, Tipperary, Shannon,andSimple Courage- A True Story of Peril on the Sea.A former judge for the Man Booker Prize, Delaney enjoyed a prominent career in BBC broadcasting before becoming a full-time writer. Delaney died in 2017.

Reviews for The Matchmaker of Kenmare: A Novel of Ireland

A moving tale of love, angst and Irish superstition. --Associated Press With its memorable characters and variety of adventures, [Frank] Delaney's brand of Irish fabulism is . . . a delight to read. [The Matchmaker of Kenmare] burnishes this veteran writer's reputation as a consummate storyteller. --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Engrossing . . . Delaney again unspools a fine yarn, while providing substantive insights into history and human nature. --The Star-Ledger Panoramic . . . Delaney spins an exciting yarn of romance and intrigue, and in Kate, he has created an indomitable, unforgettable character. --Publishers Weekly Irish storytelling at its best. --Library Journal