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The Irish Boarding House

Author:
Sandy Taylor
Read by:
Aoife Mcmahon
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Ratings
Book
127
Narrator
61
Release Date
December 6, 2022
Duration
8 hours 56 minutes
Summary
Dublin, 1952. When Mary Kate Ryan receives a surprise inheritance from the woman who abandoned her as a tiny baby, she’s stunned. All her life, she has longed to know why her mother disappeared, and now she’s devastated to realize that every lonely night she spent without a home or family of her own, her mother knew exactly where she was. Mary Kate is about to refuse the money when she sees a beautiful, deserted house for sale and something sparks in her heart. She will reawaken it, as the Dublin Boarding House for Single Ladies, and provide a shelter for others as lost and alone as her. Can she help the two young girls left at the local orphanage, desperate for a home of their own? Or the pregnant teenager on the run, who only wants to keep her baby safe? The boarding house brings Mary Kate love and friendships she never dreamed of, but just as her heart is about to burst with joy, a new guest arrives. The stern older woman won’t speak about her past, but when Mary Kate uncovers her story, it reveals a devastating secret about her mother. With her life in turmoil once more, can Mary Kate draw on the strength of the women in the house to help her face her past, or will the tragedy she uncovers spell disaster for them all?
Reviews
Profile Avatar Vicki K. Sep 2023

This was a light read…it didn’t require much thought but was enjoyable all the same. Ironically, Mary Kate’s selfless goodness toward others was inspirational and I found it challenged me to find more ways to reach out to others. Well-worth the listen!

Profile Avatar Sirrah704 Sep 2023

Such a great light hearted book. I enjoyed all the characters stories and how their lives came together. It wasn’t sappy nor had a deep plot, but the story just keep you engaged because of what was happening in the moment for one character or another. The narrator did an amazing job. Wonderful pace and great voice.

Profile Avatar Noah F. Sep 2023

This was great. I needed an uplifting book and this delivered!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Sep 2023

Uplifting light reading what the person needs sometimes

Profile Avatar Mandy D. May 2026

What a beautiful story, it is a light listen but I find that is exactly what one needs after either a stressful/busy day or a heavy book... and it was delightful! I'm onto the 2nd book now. It is restful, leaves a smile and a warm hug. The narrator was very talented and I would definitely search out any books she might narrate. 5 stars!

Profile Avatar Frogantha Aug 2025

Lovely feel good book :)

Profile Avatar Anonymous Apr 2024

Enjoyed the storyline

Profile Avatar Betty S. Feb 2024

I absolutely loved it. With so much doom and gloom in the world there is nothing like a well written book about a mostly happy life.

Profile Avatar Carol P. Dec 2023

Too slow too simple

Profile Avatar Ruthless621 Dec 2023

This was a very sweet story that was the sort that makes you feel like you’ve just curled up with some good mates and caught up on one of their lives. Very enjoyable! The narration was just as cozy in that lovely Irish accent!

Profile Avatar Connie Dec 2023

Uplifting, easy read. Such a selfless person is quite refreshing. It led me to consider my own actions

Profile Avatar ASHLEY B. Nov 2023

loved this book. Tender easy read. the narration was wonderful with lots of character.

Profile Avatar Mary H. Oct 2023

Good for a free book and the Narrator really made an effort to give each character a different sound and feel so I didn't get mixed up as to who was talking to whom. It was a super sweet story and even though it had a 3/5 rating I enjoyed it. It was nice to have a gentle book with a mix of characters that had a bit of development, a bit of drama, some funny bits, gently sad bits and all in all a happy ending. Easy to listen to while doing something else.

Profile Avatar bdonald1125 Oct 2023

I loved this book and how the woman was forgiving and loving despite facing the troubles in her young life

Profile Avatar KateinSD Oct 2023

A nice story with too predictable an ending. It was OK, with lovely characters, but not one of my favorites.

Profile Avatar Daphne F. Oct 2023

Loved this book for its gentle rolling out of the story. Heartwarming and wonderful characters. I highly recommend!

Profile Avatar Lorry S. Oct 2023

Loved it!

Profile Avatar Kelly C. Oct 2023

I needed a book that was easy to listen to, with a happy ending. This book served that purpose and was enjoyable.

Profile Avatar Louise McCartney Sep 2023

A lovely read & heartwarming characters

Profile Avatar Patty I Sep 2023

Free book. It was a very enjoyable happy read. Loved the narrators voice and the story line.

Profile Avatar Tali B. Sep 2023

LOVED this easy going plot with lots of feel good moments

Profile Avatar Donald B. Sep 2023

at least 4 characters

The Irish Boarding House

The Irish Boarding House

Author: Sandy Taylor
Read by: Aoife Mcmahon
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