Tag Archives: Pre-Christian Ireland

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”

The Last Summoner: Famine

Blurb Abe was devastated after the Battle of Mag Iotha when Upthóg seized Lia Fáil and handed it over to Partholón’s demon messenger. Leaving the battlefield, he stole the legendary twin maces of the Undead Warrior, Abartach. Now, as the shadow of civil war looms, Abe taps into the extraordinary power of the maces, onlyContinue reading “The Last Summoner: Famine”

Scandinavians in Britain

I was not surprised to learn that the Scandinavians had a presence in Britain long before the infamous Lindisfarne raid of CE793 (The Guardian, Jan 1st, 2025). The discovery of remains in York, believed to be of a Scandinavian gladiator or legionary, dating back to CE100 to CE300, suggests a much earlier migration than previouslyContinue reading “Scandinavians in Britain”

Believing

I can’t remember exactly when I saw Snowdonia from the Wicklow Mountains. It began the kernel of an idea that simmered for years before I put it into motion. I’ve always questioned the belief that the Romans didn’t come to Ireland—they were the definition of an imperialist state. Why would they stop? The idea wasContinue reading “Believing”

A Prelude to War Part 2: Conall

Coming Autumn 2025 Blurb In a dramatic turn of events, the disgraced King Connavar Mac Nessa of Ulster storms back onto the scene, eager to reclaim his title as the ruler of Ériu’s mightiest kingdom. With the formidable Medb gone, Mac Nessa’s ambitions to ascend as the High King of the Five Kingdoms burn brighterContinue reading “A Prelude to War Part 2: Conall”

A Prelude to War Part Two: Battle

Blurb Five Kingdoms. One Invader. One Hero. Connery is made high king because the druids of the Elder Council want a peaceful kingdom. They fear invasion by the horde from the south, the Romans. Inadvertently, their manipulations weaken the Five Kingdoms and war does come to Ireland, but from an unexpected place. After a bloodlettingContinue reading “A Prelude to War Part Two: Battle”

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