Landleaguers by Anthony Trollope is a captivating and engaging novel that delves into the complexities of land ownership and societal class struggles in 19th-century Ireland. Trollope's vivid descriptions and well-developed characters bring the story to life, making it easy for readers to become invested in the fate of each individual.

The novel explores themes of power, greed, and loyalty through the eyes of various landowners and tenants, shedding light on the harsh realities of life for those caught in the midst of political turmoil. Trollope's writing is both thought-provoking and evocative, offering readers a glimpse into a turbulent period of Irish history.

Overall, Landleaguers is a compelling read that offers a fresh perspective on the challenges faced by individuals on both sides of the land ownership debate. Trollope's ability to weave together intricate plotlines and dynamic characters makes this novel a must-read for anyone interested in historical fiction or social commentary.

Book Description:
Near Galway, young Florian Jones has just converted to Catholicism when he witnesses the deliberate destruction of his English father’s land by the Catholic Landleaguers. The Irish Land War has commenced, with the boycotting of wealthy landowners and a brutal chain of revenge killings. This is the story of Florian, his father, his two beautiful sisters, his adult brother Frank, and Frank’s beloved Rachel, an American singer working the London stage with her firebrand father. It’s also the story of the social order coming apart and then painfully coming back together in one Irish county. The Landleaguers was Anthony Trollope’s last book and was not completed before he died in 1882, but proceeds far enough to be a touching and engrossing story and to leave the reader pretty certain of the outcome. - Summary by Angie