In 1848 Nancy Cain Boyd fled Ireland and her abusive husband, William, taking their only child Margaret with her. On the ship to America she met a sad and gentle man, Robert McCurdy, and fell in love with him. Nancy and Robert were married that same year. Unfortunately, she was still married to Mr. Boyd.... Morning through the Shadows is based on the true story of Nancy Cain Boyd and Robert McCurdy, the author's ancestors.
In 1848 Nancy Cain Boyd fled Ireland and her abusive husband, William, taking their only child Margaret with her. On the ship to America she met a sad...
