Summary
In 'Irish Hearts,' the spirited Sheila, an Irish immigrant navigating the tumultuous waters of 1920s America, finds her affections perilously split. Her initial loyalty is pledged to Emmett, a fellow countryman whose charm barely masks a dubious character. Their journey to the New World, fueled by promises of prosperity, quickly devolves into hardship, forcing Sheila into the grinding reality of a low-wage job. Here, she encounters Rory, an earnest American shipyard worker, whose genuine admiration stands in stark contrast to Emmett's increasingly suspect devotion. The narrative pivots on Sheila's burgeoning disillusionment as she uncovers Emmett's infidelity with the flamboyant flapper, Clarice, setting the stage for a poignant exploration of loyalty, love, and the elusive American dream.
Synopsis
Sheila, a feisty Irish girl, loves Emmett, a somewhat shady Irish boy. When Emmett goes to America, Sheila and her father follow and join him. However, when he loses his job, Sheila is forced to get a job in a cheap restaurant. There she meets Rory, a poor American boy who works in a shipyard. Rory falls in love with her but she still loves Emmett. Then she finds out that Emmett has been taking up with a brassy "flapper" named Clarice.
