Muriel Bolger
Suitable Marriage
Suitable Marriage
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Delia, the youngest daughter of Lord Kensley-Balfe, is privileged and beautiful. She lives a sheltered life with her parents and siblings, but an enigmatic American arrives in Ireland, causing her to question her path. As the family prepares for Mona's debut and Clement's wedding, Delia must decide whether to follow her heart or risk disgrace and exclusion.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 432 pages
Publication date: 04 March 2021
Publisher: Hachette Books Ireland
Delia, the youngest daughter of Lord Kensley-Balfe, a wealthy landowner from the West of Ireland, lives a privileged and beautiful life, surrounded by her parents, older sister Mona, and brother Clement. Cossetted by her family, she enjoys a sheltered existence, filled with lessons with her governess and leisurely horse rides through the breathtaking Irish countryside. However, everything changes when an enigmatic American arrives in Ireland, searching for his ancestral roots. This unexpected arrival casts a shadow on Delia's previously certain path, questioning the direction she has chosen for her life.
As the family prepares for Mona's debut into London society and Clement returns from India with his fiancée, Lady Elizabeth Stokes, Delia faces a series of crucial decisions. Will she follow the expected course and marry a man she barely knows, risking disgrace and exclusion from her family? Or will she embrace her true desires and carve her own path, defying societal expectations and embracing the woman she was meant to be?
A Suitable Marriage, spanning from Mayo to London to New York and Newport, is a captivating tale of love, desire, and family loyalty. It follows Delia's journey as she navigates the complexities of societal expectations, personal aspirations, and the enduring bonds of family. Through her experiences, readers witness her growth, resilience, and the strength of her character as she confronts the challenges and embraces the opportunities that come her way.
In conclusion, A Suitable Marriage is a captivating novel that delves into the lives of the Kensley-Balfe family and explores the themes of love, ambition, and family loyalty. Through Delia's journey, readers are invited to reflect on their own choices and the courage it takes to pursue one's true desires, even in the face of societal expectations.
Weight: 296g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 39 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781473691506
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