A Famine’s Love Story

Narrate the tale of two lovers who meet at the worst of times during the Irish potato famine.

Romance amidst adversity has often been a potent narrative arc. This prompt invites you to weave a tragic or hopeful story of two people who find love in the bleakest of times. How does their love flourish amidst starvation and death? What sacrifices do they have to make? This story should highlight the themes of love, loss, sacrifice, and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.

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