Heart of the Glen
When Saoirse Fagan arrives to start her new job as housemaid at Drumboe Castle, she is dismayed to learn that the lord of the house passed away a week prior. Already running away from the tragedy that claimed the lives of her family members, Saoirse wanders the road with nowhere to go until Aileen McCready offers her a lift and possibly a place to stay for the night.
Sheep farmer and weaver Owen McCready is known for his intricate and impeccably woven tweed. But when he's injured in an attack by bandits, his entire livelihood is endangered. A new--and distracting--mouth to feed adds fuel to the fire, and Owen struggles to keep his family afloat. Though Saoirse is eager to help, even offering to learn the weaving craft, Owen is hesitant to accept aid from this strange young woman, no matter how inexplicably magnetic he finds her.
But Saoirse is not one to give up easily. It may take extra effort on her part, but she's determined to convince the McCreadys that they need her--perhaps as much as she needs them.
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Book club questions for Heart of the Glen by Jennifer Deibel
Use these discussion questions to guide your next book club meeting.
Every character in Heart of the Glen is dealing with some sort of loss—and they each deal with their losses in unique ways. Which character do you most identify with? Why?
How do both Saoirse and Owen demonstrate resilience in the face of their individual challenges?
What do Saoirse’s and Owen’s journeys reveal about the importance of support and community, especially as it relates to the faith aspect of their growth?
How does the art of weaving symbolize the characters’ growth and their evolving relationship? What parallels do you see between that and their spiritual journeys?
Do you agree with Owen’s observation that faith is more like the messy backside of a tapestry? Why/why not?
How does the theme of grief manifest in the characters’ actions and decisions? In what ways do they find healing through their connection with each other? How does this encourage you to look for hope through your connection with others?
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