Audiobooks by Michelle Vernal

Irish Adoption House, The: A completely heartbreaking and emotional fiction novel

"Ireland, 1920. ‘Please. Don’t take her from me. Have some mercy, Sister. Just a moment longer.’ She clutched the bundle to her chest even tighter. But she couldn’t stop them. Hearing her baby’s cries echo in the hallway, she swore that one day they would be together again… When the man she thought she’d marry suddenly disappears Maudie O’Connor is heartbroken. Then she finds out she’s pregnant. Refusing her pleas to keep the baby, her family send her to St Patrick’s Mother and Baby Home in disgrace. Lying in bed after a harrowing birth, it’s all worth it as she cradles her precious little girl. But the nuns tear the newborn from her grasp. Maudie’s only solace is that she is able to spend a few minutes a day feeding her. Then, one morning, her baby is nowhere to be seen. Determined to find out what happened to her daughter, Maudie sneaks out after curfew, past the nuns guarding the record room. And when she finds her entry, her breath catches. Not only has her little girl been given up for adoption, she’s been sent several thousand miles away: to Savannah, Georgia, USA. With her family disowning her, and not a penny to her name, how will Maudie even start the vast and lonely journey across the ocean? With no one to help her and so little information to go on, how can she hope to find the family who adopted her precious baby? And even if she does – will her little girl ever be given back to Maudie, where she truly belongs? Have the tissues ready for this emotional and page-turning historical novel set in Ireland, perfect for fans of Jean Grainger, Lisa Wingate and Diney Costeloe. What readers are saying about Michelle Vernal: ‘LOVE, LOVE, LOOOOOOVVVEEE, LOVED IT!!!… Absolutely stunning!!!… I was completely swept away!!… DO NOT START THIS UNTIL YOU CLEAR YOUR SCHEDULES AS YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PUT IT DOWN!!!!… Perfect… Absolutely gorgeous… Will keep you up late at night.’ Bookworm86, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Heart-warming and utterly addictive… Definitely ticked all the boxes for me!… Right from the very beginning I found myself turning the pages very quickly… Wonderful… Magical.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Couldn't put this down! LOVED it from start to finish… Loved this! Read it in 2 sittings – I just had to finish it… Kept me hooked.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Outstanding! I read it in one sitting because I couldn’t put it down… Had me on the edge of my seat.’ Amazon reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I am seriously in love with the whole story!… Amazing… Who could not fall in love… Fantastic… I highly recommend!’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘A page-turner… Stunning… I adored it beyond words… Beautiful, warm, romantic… So full of heart you can almost hear it pulsing on every page.’ Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"

Michelle Vernal (Author), Jennifer Fitzgerald (Narrator)

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Rosi's Regrets

"Welcome to O'Mara's the Irish guesthouse, where laughter is the best room service… Roisin O’Mara. Rosi regrets a lot of things. She regrets having just scoffed the out-of-date chocolate bar she found down the bottom of her bag and the cheese she ate before bed the night before—it gave her the strangest dreams. Her mammy always told her not to eat cheese before bed. She should have listened, just like when Mammy asked if marrying Colin was the right choice because that’s her biggest regret. When Rosi discovers a secret Colin’s been keeping, she hightails it back to the family fold in Dublin. It’s not just about her, though; there’s their son Noah to think about, too, and Rosi’s not sure she’s strong enough to stand on her own two feet. Reggie Nolan has regrets, too. Saying sorry isn’t in his vocabulary, but time’s running out. He’s come to stay at O’Mara’s to try and find the strength to put things right with the person he loves most. With a bit of sisterly love and some advice from her Mammy, will Roisin be able to move forward? And can Reggie make amends for what he did thirty years ago before it’s too late?"

Michelle Vernal (Author), Siobhan Waring (Narrator)

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What Goes On Tour

"Moira and Maureen O’Mara have left their home at O'Mara's Irish Guesthouse overlooking St Stephen's Green. They're off to spend quality time away together, But they aren’t on your usual mother-daughter trip. Oh no, Moira and her mammy have just arrived in Vietnam! It’s Maureen’s dream to sail on a Junk (who knew?), and as for Moira, she’s come along for the ride under duress. Maureen feels her youngest daughter's floundering, and this trip might just be the making of her. Join them on an unforgettable adventure as they travel on the hop-on-hop-off bus from Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi. Sally-Ann, who has travelled from Australia, has very different reasons for being in Vietnam. She and her late husband served there during the war, but what’s brought her back to a country she vowed she’d never return to? By the time the bus pulls into Hanoi’s Giap Bat bus station, these three women's lives will be forever changed."

Michelle Vernal (Author), Siobhan Waring (Narrator)

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Moira Lisa Smile

"Lately, Moira O’Mara has been wearing a secretive Mona Lisa smile, leaving her sister Aisling—and the rest of the family—dying to know what she’s up to. But Moira’s not ready to spill the beans about the new man in her life just yet. They already tease her about her love for a good party (she’s Irish, after all—what’s life without a little fun?), so for now, her romance is staying firmly under wraps. Meanwhile, Tessa Delaney has flown all the way from New Zealand to face the ghosts of her past and attend her high school reunion. As a teenager, a bully’s cruel words left scars that never quite faded, but she’s ready to reclaim her confidence and move on. Staying at O’Mara’s, the charming Dublin guesthouse, feels like the perfect place to start. When Moira and Tessa’s paths cross, they find an unexpected connection, and swapping stories, they realize they have more in common than they ever imagined—and that sometimes, sharing your troubles makes them that little bit easier to bear. Along the way, they’ll discover what truly matters in life: family, friendship, self-acceptance, and the surprising magic of second chances."

Michelle Vernal (Author), Siobhan Waring (Narrator)

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O'Mara's

"Welcome to O’Mara’s, the Irish Guesthouse—where the beds are cozy, the breakfasts are hearty, and the guests bring more baggage than just their suitcases! When Aisling O’Mara traded her high-flying career for the chaos of running her family’s Dublin guesthouse, she knew it wouldn’t be easy. With a menopausal receptionist who speaks her mind, a cleaner who believes in resting more than scrubbing, a hot-tempered cook, and a cunning fox who treats the rubbish bin like an all-you-can-eat buffet, every day is an adventure. Add in a revolving door of quirky guests, and O’Mara’s is never dull. Aisling tells herself she’s too busy for romance, especially with her heart still tender from a recent heartbreak. But when Una Brennan checks in, something shifts. Una once passed by O’Mara’s as a young girl, brimming with dreams. Now she’s back—older, wiser, and carrying secrets Aisling is determined to uncover. Because at O’Mara’s, everyone has a story. Some bring laughter, some bring tears—but a few have the power to change everything… and reveal what’s been right in front of you all along. ‘If you love Maeve Binchy, you’ll love this series.’ Reader Review"

Michelle Vernal (Author), Siobhan Waring (Narrator)

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The Little Irish Farm: An addictive and feel-good Irish small town romance

"Jess Báre moved to the Emerald Isle to chase fairy tales. But when one takes her to an isolated farm in the clover-covered countryside, will she find the happy ending she's been searching for? Or are some tales best left untold? Pursuing her dream life in Ireland, twenty-something Dublin newspaper columnist Jess is now half a world away from her family and feeling pretty lonely. At least she has her childhood collection of antique fairy tales. But she longs to be out exploring all the old stories Ireland is famed for. So when she finds a heart-breaking dedication to a little girl in a new addition to her collection, Jess knows that the story behind it would be perfect for her next column. And, when her research takes her to a tumbledown farmhouse in a tiny Irish village, she can barely contain her joy. The endless rolling hills surrounding the small cottage are just like the scenes in Jess's favourite novels. She even warms to the dark and brooding farmer hosting her, Owen. He may come off a little grumpy, but it doesn't take long for Jess to be swept up by his dark eyes and quiet charms as they walk together across the fresh green fields of the farm. And Jess's heart melts when she discovers he is hiding a tragic secret… One wrapped up in the history of the farm, and very same little girl Jess is here to research. But, with the demands of her job calling her back to the home she hates, she must decide: does their story end here at the farm? Or could following her heart heal the wounds of a devastating past, and set her and Owen on the path to happily ever after? Perfect for fans of Rachel Hanna, Trisha Ashley and Debbie Macomber, this gorgeous and heart-warming romance will sweep you off to Ireland. What readers are saying about The Little Irish Farm: 'I am seriously in love with the whole story!… Amazing… Who could not fall in love… What a fantastic story… I highly recommend this one!' Goodreads reviewer, ????? 'Wonderful… Really makes you feel you are in Ireland… The twists and turns kept me reading all night long.' Goodreads reviewer, ????? 'Wow. Fantastic… I loved this… 5*, but it would have 10 if I could.' Goodreads reviewer, ????? 'Superb. This story gave me goosebumps… Loved it all.' Goodreads reviewer, ????? 'Brought laughs and tears and unexpected joy. I loved every minute of it.' Goodreads reviewer, ????? 'I love this book!… I laughed and smiled throughout… I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys humorous, feel-good novels with a lot of heart.' Goodreads reviewer Readers love Michelle Vernal: 'LOVE, LOVE, LOOOOOOVVVEEE, LOVED IT!!!… Absolutely stunning!!!… I was completely swept away!!… Had me in stitches… DO NOT START THIS UNTIL YOU CLEAR YOUR SCHEDULES AS YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PUT IT DOWN!!!!… Perfect read to lift your spirits and keep you hooked… Absolutely gorgeous… Will keep you up late at night.' Bookworm86, ????? 'By far one of my favourite books… I loved every minute… I laughed out loud so many times!!… Just adored this story!' Goodreads reviewer, ????? 'Heartfelt and charming… From the very beginning, I was swept away and laughing… Impossible to put this book down. I may have even shed a tear or two. A MUST.' Goodreads Reviewer 'Heart-warming and utterly addictive… Definitely ticked all the boxes for me!… I found myself turning the pages very quickly… Wonderful, cosy, magical.' Goodreads Reviewer, ????? 'So heart-warming… Hit all the feels and had me laughing out loud… Will propel you to Ireland… Fabulous.' Page Turners"

Michelle Vernal (Author), Aoife McMahon (Narrator)

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The Letter: Isabel's Story Book 2

"From award winning author, Michelle Vernal comes the second instalment off the Isabel's story series, inspired by her birth family's connection with the Isle of Wight - Fans of Susan Sallis, Ella Carey and Fiona Valpy will absolutely love this captivating, unique story. Veronica and Gabe met when they were children at ballet class and by the time they'd reached their teens they knew they'd be dancing together forever. Only Gabe's mother had other ideas…Twenty something years later, Veronica no longer dances and life hasn't turned out how she thought it would. She's divorced with a needy ex-husband, monosyllabic teenage sons, a sister who fancies herself as a long in the tooth ‘it girl' and a mother who's recently moved into a care home. When Veronica receives a letter, she never thought she'd get her past collides with her present. The time's come for her to share her secret with her family, but she's not the only one keeping a secret… “Michelle has a lovely style, engaging, individual characters with great voices who are comic and charming (reminds me of Marian Keyes). I loved this book.” -HELEN FALCONER"

Michelle Vernal (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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The Promise: Isabel's Story Book 1

"From award winning author, Michelle Vernal comes an utterly heartbreaking, historical novel inspired by her birth family's connection with the Isle of Wight - Fans of Susan Sallis, Ella Carey and Fiona Valpy will absolutely love this captivating, unique story. 1944 The Isle of Wight - Sixteen-year-old Constance's life on the island is sheltered until the death of her brother, brings the reality of war crashing down around her. He leaves behind his pregnant widow, Ginny. When Constance meets a handsome Canadian airforce man, she's eager to escape her grief and be swept up by first love. It's a love which has ramifications she could never envisage. Present Day - When young British backpacker, Isabel Stark happens across a car accident on a lonely stretch of road in the South Island of New Zealand her life changes forever. The sole passenger, Ginny Havelock asks her to make a promise before she passes away - to find Constance and to say she's sorry. 'The Promise found it's way into my heart, and the haunting story of Constance and Isabel stayed with me long after I finished…' - ANNIE SEATON"

Michelle Vernal (Author), Katherine Press (Narrator)

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