A "poignant tale" refers to a story or narrative that deeply touches or moves your emotions, often leaving a strong and lasting impression on you. Full definition
A funny, often poignant tale of boy meets girl with a twist: what if one of them couldn't stop slipping in and out of time? (bookbrowse.com)
- into a surprisingly poignant tale about love and forgiveness. (thefutoncritic.com)
-LSB-...] 2) BROOKLYN — An absolutely poignant tale about an Irish immigrant girl who leaves her homeland, close family and friends, and sets out for America. (joyceschoices.com)