Light a Penny Candle: Book Guide, Author and Facts
Light a Penny Candle by Maeve Binchy — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
As a child, Elizabeth White was sent from her war-torn London home to a safer life in the small Irish town of Kilgarret. It was there, in the crowded, chaotic O'Connor household, that she met Aisling-who would become her very best friend, sharing her pet kitten and secretly teaching her the intricacies of Catholicism. Aisling's boldness brought Elizabeth out of her proper shell; later, her support carried Elizabeth through the painful end of her parents' chilly marriage. In return, Elizabeth's friendship helped Aisling endure her own unsatisfying marriage to a raging alcoholic. Through the years, they always believed they could survive anything, as long as they had each other. Now they're about to find out if they were right...
Quick facts about Light a Penny Candle
- Title: Light a Penny Candle
- Author: Maeve Binchy
- First published: 1970
- Genre: fiction, friendship, domestic fiction
- OpenLibrary ID: OL56770W
Where to read Light a Penny Candle
Light a Penny Candle by Maeve Binchy is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Light a Penny Candle about?
As a child, Elizabeth White was sent from her war-torn London home to a safer life in the small Irish town of Kilgarret.
Who wrote Light a Penny Candle?
Light a Penny Candle was written by Maeve Binchy.
When was Light a Penny Candle published?
Light a Penny Candle was first published in 1970.
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