USA Today Bestselling Author Jean Grainger wants to take you to Ireland. Castle Dysert is derelict, but Conor is determined to revive it, so why is someone trying to stop him?Handsome, kind and funny, Conor O’Shea has had enough of driving and guiding tours of Ireland.So when an opportunity to renovate and run the magnificent but rundown Castle Dysert as a five-star resort presents itself, he … renovate and run the magnificent but rundown Castle Dysert as a five-star resort presents itself, he grabs it with both hands.
But problems arise almost immediately when his business partner appears to have more on her agenda than just business.
To add to that, his darling wife seems discontented as a stay at home mom, and his in-laws have moved in.
With his family’s future now entangled in a stunningly beautiful old castle on the coast of Clare, Conor undertakes a mammoth project, and in so doing, he uncovers the troubled past of this ancient stronghold. The mystery of the family who lived, loved, and lost their lives within the walls of the castle are reflected in his own family as they too struggle to let go of the past.
Like in every small Irish village, gossip abounds. But do the ghosts of regret still haunt these ancient hallways? It is now left to Conor to explore the truth and uncover a heartbreaking lesson on the power of memory and the long threads that bind us together.
In The Story of Grenville King, Jean Grainger takes you once again to the real heart of Ireland.
What reviewers are saying:
‘Move over Maeve Binchy, Jean Grainger’s novels are a fresh new voice in Irish literature, but with all of Maeve’s warmth and emotional intelligence.’
‘Grenville King is the third book in the Conor series. I loved them all but this is my favourite.’
‘A sexy Irishman, a haunted castle and a plot that twists and turns unexpectedly. What’s not to love?’
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It is always nice to meet up with old friends – particularly Conor O’Shea. Jean Grainger’s books always suck me in her stories and I get nothing else done until I finish the book! This is a fascinating story of renovating an old castle as a 5 star resort – but is the castle haunted? This story has interesting characters and a mesmerizing plot with Ireland as a backdrop. I highly recommend it. Can be read as a stand alone but will be even better if you read the first two novels.
The Conor O’Shea Boxed Set gives a heartwarming, funny and entertaining experience by reading these three well written books. The characters are realistic, fun, sad, easy and troublesome. The emotions run the gamut and there are surprises along the routes. The well told stories are full of vivid descriptions that make the reader think they’re part of the tours themselves. These books are a perfect escape from the woes of modern life, allowing fun and intrigue to take its place. There’s a free download for Letters of Freedom; the start of the Carmen Sheehan Series – a must read.
The Tour #1 – I never get tired of reading Ms. Grainger’s books. This is another well written, heartwarming, funny, entertaining, intriguing story. The characters are realistic and run the gamut of personalities. Funny and sad and heartbreaking and uplifting things happen along the route, but the reader never wants to stop reading. The vivid descriptions of Ireland and its culture and its people and the scenery, including buildings, keep the reader immersed in the pages.
Safe at the Edge of the World #2 – What, this is a lot about a couple of Americans. But as I kept reading I forgot that I wanted to read more about Ireland. We still have all our favorite characters from The Tour and the two Americans find safety with the fellow tourists and the crew. Help comes from everywhere and this intense, intriguing story with its surprises is an exceptional book on its own. It was similar to works by Mario Puzo; substantial, heartwarming, heart wrenching and entertaining. Ms. Grainger is very talented in her craft.
The Story of Grenville King #3 – What an amazing collection of stories. No, it’s one book but the intertwining stories of the many characters make this a rich, fulfilling, twisting, intriguing story. The characters are well developed, interesting and so real. The dialog is better than average. The plot goes on and on with new happenings, twists and turns. The emotions run the gamut: love, happiness, fear, sadness, hate and more.
This is the first book I’ve read of the Tour series and I didn’t miss anything not having read the previous books. I’ve read several stories by this author and never have I been disappointed. This book is amazing, substantial and hard to put down. My review doesn’t do justice to this story. I’m glad I contacted the author to review her books.
A great end to the trilogy
I like Irish stories – this one was not disappointing. Great summer read.
Interesting story line with a surprise ending.