Muldoon’s Misfortunes by E.V. Sparrow
Book Synopsis:
A cursed widower forsakes his faith to ensure his hope.
On a verdant island beset by poverty and death, Mick Muldoon dares to escape his misfortunes. Is working a farm and raising a family such an impossible thing to ask? Wasn’t God supposed to answer prayers—not turn a deaf ear?
After surviving the treacherous voyage to America, Mick discovers the rumors of ample opportunity aren’t exactly true. His defective body hampers employment and keeps him dependent upon his peculiar sister. However, an unexpected invitation to move to the heartland guarantees his dreams.
Mick’s own dreadful choices hamper his hopes when he accepts work as a widow’s farmhand. Unbeknownst to him, there’s deception afoot. Mick’s inattention to love causes catastrophe as single fatherhood cruelly shatters his family. Will God miraculously hear his prayers this time?
In Book 1 of Those Resilient Muldoons series, this misguided, wayward widower encounters God’s unexpected presence.
Author Bio:
Release date: July 16, 2024
ASIN: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CZN8NX2C
Genre: Christian Historical Fiction
Categories: Historical Irish Fiction, Religious Historical Fiction (Books) Christian Fiction, Fiction
Pages length: 351
Cost: eBook $2.99, paperback $14.99
Series information:
Muldoon’s Minnesota Darling (Novella)
Muldoon’s Misfortunes (Book One)
Madam Muldoon’s Garden (Book Two)
Salvaging the Muldoons (Book Three)
“E.V. Sparrow’s novel, Muldoon’s Misfortunes, absorbs readers into nineteenth century America and the Irishman, Mick Muldoon’s, adventures. Mick, an interesting and entertaining character, springs to life and keeps readers turning the pages.”—John “Jack” M. Cunningham, Jr.
Author of Vengeance & Betrayal, Notable Book Award Finalist 2021and River Ruckus, Bloody Bay. Also a contributing writer for David C. Cook Publishers.
“Be prepared to fall in love with the unique hero in Muldoon’s Misfortunes. Mick Muldoon grapples with the vagaries of life that seems to take him from one tragedy to the next in 19th Century Ireland and America. E.V. Sparrow captures the heart of the Irish people as well as she does the rhythm of their lyrical dialect. With a mixture of humor and pathos, she keeps readers engaged from beginning to end.”—Susan Pope Sloan
Author of Rescuing Rose (Rescued Hearts of the Civil War Book 1) Loving Lydia (Book 2) Managing Millie (Book 3) and Seeking Simon (Book 4).
“E.V. Sparrow is a master at showing emotion. Sparrow’s use of descriptive narration, active verbs, and deep point of view pulls readers into the story. In Muldoon’s Misfortunes, Sparrow has crafted a powerful tale of loss and redemption.”—Heidi Glick
Author of Dog Tags, Hold for Release,and 12 Days of Christmas.
Radio interviews or podcasts:
https://www.blogtalkradio.com/deepdishdiscussions/2023/09/19/author-e-v-sparrow blog radio interview with host Shamielle Alston
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2xUDJ1o4Gg interview with Deena Adams
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ygzHe0JZt4 podcast interview with Jeannine Bennett, Your Story Within
https://sites.libsyn.com/441480/author-ev-sparrow-second-interview podcast interview with Jennifer Sienes, Between the Lines
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Muldoons-Misfortunes-Those-Resilient-Book-ebook/dp/B0CZN8NX2C/
Top Reader Reviews:
Tamelia Aday ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Historical fiction by E.V. Sparrow is something you won’t want to miss. It brings to light the hardships that many of our ancestors went through in search of a better life for their future and future generations. It tells of the sacrifices they made for their families and children. This is a tale of Mick Muldoon, and you will be on his side. You’ll groan through his mistakes and feel empathy for his losses and cheer for his victories.
A rich story of human accomplishment that tugs at your heartstrings. E.V. Sparrow writes with an authentic, knowledgeable voice, and you won’t want to put this book down. An emotional heartfelt debut.
Dee Aspin ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
EV Sparrow creates intriguing dialogue and scenes in this 19th century character named Mick, an actual immigrant from her family tree. Because it is based on a true story, I enjoyed the read even more. I was astonished to realize how many obstacles the early settlers endured from the moment they landed in pursuit of freedom in America. Anyone who loves history and learning about different people and cultures will enjoy this book!
Lynette Scalora-Palacios ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I was captivated by the story of Mick Muldoon’s challenges as he made his way to America for a better life.
Once I started reading, I had a hard time putting this book down. The author has a way with details to pull you into the story and keep your interest. I look forward to reading the next two books to learn about Mick’s life as he settles in this great land.
Lynn Watson ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
An honest saga of the trials and misfortunes of Irish immigrants–their plight in Ireland, the superstitions that haunted them, and the circumstances and prejudices they faced in America. E.V. Sparrow’s characters are well-developed, and she paints a vivid story world. Her writing promises the reader hope even when things look desperate and impossible.
Possible trigger warnings: the reality of alcoholism, the trauma of multi-losses of loved ones.
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/210630737-muldoon-s-misfortunes
BookBub: https://www.bookbub.com/books/muldoon-s-misfortunes-those-resilient-muldoons-book-1-by-e-v-sparrow
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Publisher: Celebrate Lit Publishing Group
For more information, contact:
Sandy Barela
Celebrate Lit Publishing Group
