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A True Life story!
Growing up in 19th century Ireland had few prospects especially for young girls. So when Bridget is given the chance to work with her aunts in New York she doen't need asking twice. At the age of 18 she makes the trip across the Atlantic. But she quickly realises that dressmaking isn't for her and she finds a new role to suit her personality, Then one of the many people she works for asks her to accompany him to Italy as his nurse/companion. She grabs this life-changimg opportunity. Bur Bridget's world comes crashing down. She and her companion have to flee in the night ifm they are to survive. They travel through Italy eventully arriving in Nice, France. where she meets her future husband.
Does their marriage last? Find out in this fascinating fact-based fiction. Based on a true story told through generations of the Authors family and substantiated by much genealogical research. A rich and compelling historical novel you will never forget.