Bog Child takes place in Northern Ireland in the mid-80's. While stealing peat with his uncle at the local bog, Fergus discovers the body of what appears to be a little girl. Once the authorities come in, they realize the body is hundred of years old. Fergus begins to imagine the life of the girl, just as he is trying to figure out the own mess of his family and community.
I learned a lot about the conflict in Ireland by reading this book. I think it would be a great summer read for Irish Lit!
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