Shadows of the Moss - Paperback

by Kim Poovey (Author)

With famine raging in Ireland, Maggie's father makes the painful decision to send her to stay with family in America. Her excitement quickly fades when her uncle's hostility and contempt threaten her life, compelling her to run away. Facing starvation in an unknown country, Maggie is rescued by a family with a secret of their own. She's introduced to the Underground Railroad where her faith in humanity is restored. However, her uncle's hatred runs deeper than she realized, forcing her to flee south where she must choose between love and loyalty while struggling with her own internal battles. How long can she hide before her uncle's relentless pursuits destroy her and those she seeks to help?