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Item specifics
- Condition
- Release Year
- 2024
- ISBN
- 9781960573940
- Book Title
- Mrs. Mcphealy's American
- Publisher
- Sibylline Press
- Item Length
- 8.5 in
- Publication Year
- 2024
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Item Height
- 0.8 in
- Genre
- Fiction
- Topic
- Contemporary Women, General
- Item Weight
- 15.2 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.3 in
- Number of Pages
- 344 Pages
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Sibylline Press
ISBN-10
1960573942
ISBN-13
9781960573940
eBay Product ID (ePID)
16064606435
Product Key Features
Book Title
Mrs. Mcphealy's American
Number of Pages
344 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Contemporary Women, General
Publication Year
2024
Genre
Fiction
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.8 in
Item Weight
15.2 Oz
Item Length
8.5 in
Item Width
5.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Reviews
"Linguistically charming prose--witty and acerbic, with the hint of a lilt--animates the story's two main characters and quirky supporting cast. McDougall excels at filling in the individual backstories of a populace suspicious of outsiders and caught somewhere between the shadows of the past and a modern world that threatens to upset their ties to the earth and the sea....this is a tale told with warmth, humor, and appreciation for the uniqueness of its small enclave on the edge of the sea. A delightfully composed and engaging read, propelled by vibrant characters." -- Kirkus Reviews "This hugely enjoyable love story is very much a Scottish-American creation by a fine writer who is steeped in the culture of both nations. Earthy yet mystical, Mrs. McPhealy's American recalls for me elements of the iconic movie Local Hero . It is graced with strong men and women who emerge out of distinctive cultural experiences and delight us with their all too human failings and foibles. A wonderful array of great characters who will stay on in your memory, such is the emotive strength of Claire McDougall's writing." --Billy Kay, Writer/Broadcaster, winner of the Mark Twain Award, Scots Media Person of the Year, author of Scots: The Mither Tongue and The Scottish World "Claire McDougall's writing has the lilting cadence of poetry. Her novel, Mrs. McPhealy's American is a charming, richly crafted tale set in Scotland that offers unique characters, exquisite detail, and subtle humor. It is rich in themes of love, legends, and Scottish history. The reader will be captivated." --Barbara Bartocci, author of My Angry Son and Nobody's Child Anymore "I stayed up too late reading this book. During the day, I thought about the intriguing characters and couldn't wait to continue turning the pages. As the novel reached its conclusion, I started reading very slowly. I couldn't bear for my time in this fascinating Scottish village with these deep and memorable characters to end. Whether we live in Kansas, London, or Mumbai, the author transports us to this Scottish village and introduces us to its gritty, resilient, yearning, judgmental, poignant, and indelible inhabitants. Add in one American middle-aged man, trying to rediscover and redefine himself, and you have a story that permeates your mind and softens your heart. Plus, it's fun to read!" --Deborah Shouse, author of An Old Woman Walks Into a Bar "What does it mean to be 'family?' Can family ever be truly escaped or erased? Questions Claire McDougall, a factual daughter of Scotland, poses in this intriguingly titled novel. The author's storytelling skills, subtle displays of humor, and ability to create exquisite word pictures combine to create a page-turner that will engage and delight readers. And possibly provide family answers." --Patricia Schudy, author of Oldest Daughters: What to Know if You Are One or Have Ever Been Bossed Around by One "Coming down with a case of 'caenalas' and longing for Scotland? With a sip of single malt scotch and a good book--say, Claire McDougall's new novel--you'll be transported to wee Locharbert, where three Tinkers, a comely midwife, and a troubled American filmmaker prove that there's no such thing as an uncomplicated life. You'll laugh out loud with libidinous postmistress Delia Crawford: it's just the height of nonsense, so it is. " --Judith Fertig, author of The Cake Therapist and The Memory of Lemon, "Claire McDougall's writing has the lilting cadence of poetry. Her novel, Mrs. McPhealy's American is a charming, richly crafted tale set in Scotland that offers unique characters, exquisite detail, and subtle humor. It is rich in themes of love, legends, and Scottish history. The reader will be captivated." --Barbara Bartocci, author of Nobody's Child Anymore, Grace on the Go , and Unexpected Answer "I stayed up too late reading this book. During the day, I thought about the intriguing characters and couldn't wait to continue turning the pages. As the novel reached its conclusion, I started reading very slowly. I couldn't bear for my time in this fascinating Scottish village with these deep and memorable characters to end." --Deborah Shouse, author of An Old Woman Walks Into a Bar "This hugely enjoyable love story is very much a Scottish-American creation by a fine writer who is steeped in the culture of both nations. Earthy yet mystical, Mrs. McPhealy's American recalls for me elements of the iconic movie Local Hero . It is graced with strong men and women who emerge out of distinctive cultural experiences and delight us with their all too human failings and foibles. A wonderful array of great characters who will stay on in your memory, such is the emotive strength of Claire McDougall's writing." --Billy Kay, Writer/Broadcaster, winner of the Mark Twain Award, Scots Media Person of the Year, author of Scots: The Mither Tongue and The Scottish World "Coming down with a case of 'caenalas' and longing for Scotland? With a sip of single malt scotch and a good book -- say, Claire McDougall's new novel -- you'll be transported to wee Locharbert, where three Tinkers, a comely midwife, and a troubled American filmmaker prove that there's no such thing as an uncomplicated life. You'll laugh out loud with libidinous postmistress Delia Crawford: it's just the height of nonsense, so it is ." --Judith Fertig, author of The Cake Therapist and The Memory of Lemon, "Claire McDougall's writing has the lilting cadence of poetry. Her novel, Mrs. McPhealy's American is a charming, richly crafted tale set in Scotland that offers unique characters, exquisite detail, and subtle humor. It is rich in themes of love, legends, and Scottish history. The reader will be captivated." --Barbara Bartocci, author of Nobody's Child Anymore, Grace on the Go , and Unexpected Answer "I stayed up too late reading this book. During the day, I thought about the intriguing characters and couldn't wait to continue turning the pages. As the novel reached its conclusion, I started reading very slowly. I couldn't bear for my time in this fascinating Scottish village with these deep and memorable characters to end." --Deborah Shouse, author of An Old Woman Walks Into a Bar "This hugely enjoyable love story is very much a Scottish-American creation by a fine writer who is steeped in the culture of both nations. Earthy yet mystical, Mrs. McPhealy's American recalls for me elements of the iconic movie Local Hero . It is graced with strong men and women who emerge out of distinctive cultural experiences and delight us with their all too human failings and foibles. A wonderful array of great characters who will stay on in your memory, such is the emotive strength of Claire McDougall's writing." --Billy Kay, Writer/Broadcaster, winner of the Mark Twain Award, Scots Media Person of the Year, author of Scots: The Mither Tongue and The Scottish World
Synopsis
Hollywood director Steve McNaught is drinking heavily and on the brink of a midlife crisis. Although he has had commercial hits, his more creative talents lie unexplored. With guilt over two failed marriages and his role as near-absent father, he buys a one-way ticket to Scotland, hoping to find solace in his grandfather's ancestral home. Soon the entire town is abuzz with the news of Steve's impending arrival at his aunt's Mrs. McPhealy's. The ladies exchange glances; the men in the only pub wonder if there might be some cash advantage. Bent over the bins in the alley behind the shops, the three tinker brothers barely register the goings-on. They know they are related to this Hollywood character. Everyone knows. It is only Steve McNaught who is in the dark. But from the outset, Steve is a misfit in the small town of Locharbert. Georgiana (George) MacBrayne, the local midwife, suffers no fools, and this is exactly what she expects to find in Steve McNaught. When Steve buys the dilapidated cottage by the shore where George grew up and which she has always hoped to restore, the tension between them increases. As these things go, so does the attraction. George lets her guard down long enough to let Steve in, but when he starts making a film called As it is in Heaven starring Locharbert's local characters, she throws him out. He takes his film reels and heads back to California. And then, one day close to Hogmanay, Steve reappears in Locharbert, months sober, and brandishing his newly edited film., With a one-way ticket to Scotland, the story begins... The entire rural town of Locharbert is abuzz because Hollywood director Steve McNaught is moving in. Putting two failed marriages, three sons, and a drinking problem behind him, he embarks on a quest for the uncomplicated life of his ancestors in the home of his distant relative, Mrs. McPhealy. But from the start, the newcomer is eyed with suspicion, not least by ex-hippy and local midwife, Georgie. Drawing on his well-honed charm, Steve tries to woo her, and though there is spark, she sends him packing ... until she doesn't. Everything would be on track, if Steve could only lose his tendency to see the world through a camera lens, if only the funny local characters, like the tinkers on the shore or the randy postmistress, weren't begging to be put on the screen. Georgie warns him against turning her town into a film set, but the die is already cast. He makes matters worse by buying up the dilapidated cottage by the shore where Georgie grew up and which she has always hoped to restore. Rejected and dejected, his drinking back in full swing, he packs up his film reels and returns to California. And then, months later, in the daft days of Hogmanay, Steve reappears, sober and brandishing his newly edited film. The secret life of Locharbert is about to tumble out.
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- h***a (130)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseExceptional experience, start to finish!!! Excellent communication, shipping was fast, the "pre-owned" described item's condition including all of the original packaging to keep the lens safe! Item was as described, and a great value. Would buy aging from this seller.Vivitar Auto Basic Automatic Telephoto Lens 135mm f2.8 IOB (#396979769811)
- l***j (1792)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseHighly recommend this Goodwill seller the shipping was very quick received items in 5 days the packaging & value were good & item was as describedKiller Fame (Stella Knox FBI Mystery Series) (#167381607033)
- 2***o (84)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseOrdered cookbook late Sunday morning. Shipped early Monday morning. Arrived on time Wednesday late morning from within WI by USPS Bound Printed Matter in good condition shipped in a white exterior / gray interior plastic mailing envelope. Accurate description. Printed invoice included. Great value from a not-for-profit organization. Thanks!Taste of Home's 2003 Quick Cooking Annual Recipes by (2003) Hardcover (#396296720983)