Nory Ryan's Song
 by Patricia Reilly Giff
Rooted in Ireland during the Potato Famine of the mid-1800's, young Nory Ryan tells the moving story of friendship and family.  Strong in love and compassion, Nory is tested by starvation and hardship and must use her responsibility, creativity, loyalty, perseverance, and courage to help her family survive. *


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The Potato Famine
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