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Machray, Robert
1857
1946
Grace O'Malley, Princess and Pirate
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"Grace O'Malley, Princess and Pirate" by Robert Machray is a historical novel written in the late 19th century. The story focuses on the remarkable life of Grace O'Malley, an extraordinary woman of her time, often referred to as the "Pirate Princess," and her struggles to navigate the complexities of power during a turbulent era in Ireland’s history. Her captivating journey is seen through the eyes of Ruari Macdonald, who becomes intertwined with her fate. The opening of the book introduces us to Ruari Macdonald, a young boy saved by Grace O'Malley from the merciless seas after escaping an attack on his family's castle. As Ruari recounts this harrowing experience, he paints a vivid picture of Grace's character—highlighting her bravery, compassion, and leadership. This establishes Grace O'Malley not merely as a pirate but as a formidable figure filled with passion and nobility who commands the loyalty of those who serve her. Ruari’s memories and observations set the stage for the unfolding narrative, hinting at the challenges and adventures that await Grace as she confronts her enemies, navigates her complex relationships, and ultimately seeks to establish her authority in a male-dominated world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Biographical fiction
Princesses -- Fiction
Women pirates -- Fiction
O'Malley, Grace, 1530?-1603? -- Fiction
Ireland -- History -- 1558-1603 -- Fiction
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Category: Historical Novels
Category: Adventure
Category: British Literature
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