Introducing A Dance in Donegal, the Debut Release from Jennifer Deibel

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Today launches the tour for A Dance in Donegal!

I know first-hand this book has been a long time in the making! I worked with Jennifer Deibel during my time at Litfuse several years ago, and she was starting work on her first back then. I'm so happy for her seeing her writing dream come true with the release of A Dance in Donegal.


About the Book:

All her life, Boston-born Moira Doherty has relished her mother's descriptions of the Emerald Isle. When her mother dies unexpectedly in the summer of 1920, Moira is compelled to fulfill her dying wish--that she become the teacher in Ballymann, the beloved village in Donegal, Ireland, she's heard so much about.

After an arduous voyage, Moira begins a challenging new job in an unfamiliar and ancient country. Though a few locals offer a warm welcome, others are distanced by superstition and suspicion. Rumors about Moira's mother are unspoken in her presence but threaten to derail everything she's journeyed to Ballymann to do. Moira must rely on the kindness of a handful of friends--and the strength of Sean, an unsettlingly handsome thatcher who keeps popping up unannounced--as she seeks to navigate a life she'd never dreamed of . . . but perhaps was meant to live.

What Others are Saying:

"Jennifer Deibel's debut is rich in atmosphere, family mystery, and sweet romance. A gem!"
~ Julie Klassen, author of The Bridge to Belle Island

"With an authenticity born of having lived in Ireland herself, the author deftly paints a lush landscape, colorful customs, and memorable characters with personal journeys of their own. This impressive debut marks Jennifer Deibel as an author to watch."
~ Jocelyn Green, Christy Award-winning author of Veiled in Smoke

"Fans of Catherine Marshall's Christy will want to clear room on their favorites shelf because this one's earned a place alongside!"
Kristy Cambron, bestselling author of The Paris Dressmaker and The Butterfly and the Violin



About the Author:

Jennifer Deibel is a middle school teacher whose work has appeared on (in)courage, on The Better Mom, in Missions Mosaic magazine, and other publications. With firsthand immersive experience abroad, Jennifer writes stories that help redefine home through the lens of culture, history, and family. After nearly a decade of living in Ireland and Austria, she now lives in Arizona with her husband and their three children.

You can find her online at www.jenniferdeibel.comFacebook (@JenniferDeibelAuthor), and Instagram (@jenniferdeibel_author).



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Comments

Michelle Carpenter said…
I look forward to reading this book. I enjoy stories set in Ireland. This book sounds like it would be refreshing.
Anonymous said…
I love the setting of this novel , so a virtual trip to Ireland would be awesome. The author is new to me but I am seeing a lot of positive feedback on the book on social media. I would love to read it!
Perrianne Askew
perrianne (DOT) askew (AT) me (DOt) com
Alicia Haney said…
Your book sounds intriguing , I think Ireland is a very beautiful place , I have never been there but I have seen alot of beautiful photos. The book cover is Beautiful. Thank you for the chance. aliciabhaney(at)sbcglobal(dot)net
Joan A said…
I have Scot-Irish heritage and will enjoy this book. jarning67(at)hotmail(dot)com
Holly said…
This is a great book!