Under the Hawthorn Tree: Children of the Famine
Marita Conlon-McKenna, Donald Teskey, PJ Lynch
The first book in the famine trilogy Under the Hawthorn Tree is Ireland's top selling children's book and a classic for young readers worldwide. Ireland in the 1840s is devastated by famine. When tragedy strikes their family, Eily, Michael and Peggy are left to fend for themselves. Starving and in danger of the dreaded workhouse, they escape. Their one hope is to find the great aunts they have heard about in their mother's stories. With tremendous courage they set out on a journey that will test every reserve of strength, love and loyalty they possess. Also available on DVD.
Reviews
This was a heart warming story about the potato famine and what life was like back then in Ireland! Three siblings are traveling to their aunt's house cause there baby sister has died from fever and their parents have left without a trace. Really good book, Make sure you read it!
Countess Mildred Haystack 10.08.2023
I liked reading it. It had a good storyline and the characters were good. It also described how life was back during the Irish famine. My favourite character was the boy because even though he wasn't the oldest he still kind've led them and he lit fires and hunted for food. I would recommend it to year 5 and above.
Captain Augustus Aardvark 15.12.2022
I love this book
Director Lacey Banana 23.07.2021
