The Struggle Within

The O'Rourke family is hit with sudden and unexpected tragedy, then they suffer through one of the worst food shortages in Ireland's history. The resulting struggle for the family forces young Joseph to take the brunt of his father's rage and abuse. However, his loving and patient mother makes life bearable--until Joseph's newfound love causes his father's anger and prejudice to become even more cruel and dangerous. Young Joseph is forced from his home in an act of self-preservation, only t...