Johanna Cashman and John McCarthy, along with over a

million others, immigrated to America to escape a devastating

famine. They left behind family members who faced starvation

to come to a land that would give them a new opportunity for a

good life. They were soon made aware that they were not welcome

in this new land and that every day would present a new struggle

for survival. Johann and John got married, determined to raise a

family in their adopted country. In spite of all the obstacles they

encountered, including John’s untimely death, the family grew

and found success. The second generation used their success to

lend assistance to the country their parents were forced to leave

in Ireland’s drive for independence from its oppressor. This

historical novel brings the reader through the heartwarming

story of a family that overcomes adversity to thrive in America.

At the same time, it details the movement in the country they

left to find its own independent place in the world.