Kevin McManus is an acclaimed Irish author and poet known for his gripping historical fiction and crime novels, who has earned a loyal readership and critical praise. He draws deep inspiration from Ireland's rich cultural heritage. His work often explores themes of resilience, justice and the human spirit. With a talent for weaving intricate plots and creating memorable characters. His award-winning writing has appeared in several international journals. His poem, Lost Souls was adapted into a film and won the Chicago Short Film Festival. McManus has a master's degree in history and has taught Irish history for thirty years.
Tom Ryan, a young Irishman, sets sail to America in order to escape from the cruel clutches of the famine that's been tightening its grip on his native land. In America, he forges unbreakable bonds, endures heartbreaking losses and faces the brutal savagery of the Civil War.
