When Ulster’s shamed King, Mac Nessa, places a bounty on his head, Conall of the Victories—Ériu’s last hope—finds himself on the run, leaving the tyrant free to seize the high kingship. Fleeing to the icy north, Conall swears an oath to Malthe, a Jutish jarl. Together, they unite with other northern tribes, forging a powerful alliance to pushContinue reading “Publication Tuesday: Conall”
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The Milesians
The Milesians, a four-book series, offers a unique journey through Ancient Irish pre-history in the early first century. It is an epic tale of war and blood, politics and infighting, love and loss, set in a time when life was hard and brutality the norm. Follow the exploits of the druid Elder Council as theyContinue reading “The Milesians”
Milesian Father of Hounds
My next release is fast approaching. This is the period I find most stressful: adding editor’s final comments. Last minute proofreading. General stressing over whether it will flop or fly. Why do I do this to myself? Anyhoo, here’s a map of the Battle of Teutoburg, which features heavily in the story. How can aContinue reading “Milesian Father of Hounds”
Anvil—Five Star Review
The Iron Between
The Iron Between trilogy follows the career of Agricola, the famed Roman General and Governor, from the outset of the Boudiccan uprising through the Year of the Four Emperors to the conquest of Druid Island (Anglesey). The author’s attention to historical accuracy will immerse you in first-century Romano Britain and Ireland. Follow the intrepid leaderContinue reading “The Iron Between”
Book Launch Today: Anvil
Anvil — the grand finale to The Iron Between trilogy. It’s the year CE 77. Vespasian names Agricola as governor of Britannia. Upon his arrival, Agricola learns of an Ordovician assault orchestrated by his nemesis, Luchar. A cavalry outpost lies in ruins, and the sons of Rome’s senators have been mercilessly slaughtered. Memories of a similar tragedy flood Agricola’s thoughts,Continue reading “Book Launch Today: Anvil”
Anvil—Publication Day
Publication day for Anvil, the final volume in The Iron Between trilogy. For the first five days, available for £1.99. That’s a saving of £3. 🇬🇧 http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0DB5WK271 🇺🇸 http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DB5WK271
The Iron Between: Anvil
Many Have Asked
After the publication of two books, one late last year and the other earlier this year (Iron–take a look at the Kirkus review, and The Last Summoner: Conquest in January) there has been some interest expressed in the Druids. Here’s an earlier article we published on the subject. It makes for interesting reading.
A Bit About the Druids
Druids feature heavily in Micheál’s books. Here’s a little more about them. Druids – who and what were they? Druids are a contentious subject. Who were they? What was their role? How much of the sixteenth-century romanticists’ interpretation (take Merlin) is conjecture, and how much can be considered realistic? Aside from Archaeological evidence, all weContinue reading “A Bit About the Druids”