LION OF IRELAND by Morgan Llwelyn
Considered by many to be the Queen of the Irish Historical, Ms. Llywelyn weaves a compelling tale based on the life of one of Ireland's greatest heroes....Brian Boru. With careful attention to historic accuracy, she takes us from Brian's youth to his coronation as High King and the decisive battle with the Viking at the Battle of Clontarf. A MUST read for all Irishmen.
BARRY'S FLYING COLUMN by Ewan Butler
Story based on the life of Tom Barry, one of the most prominent guerrilla leaders in the Irish Republican Army during the Irish War of Independence. Very difficult to find a copy as it is now out of print.....but well worth the effort as it is a very good read.
PATRICK by Stephen R. Lawhead
From the back cover: "In the summer of the year AD 405, Irish raiders under the command of King Eochaid attack the western coast of Wales....Many of those who survive the attack are rounded up and carried back to Ireland. Among the survivors is a 16-year-old boy named Succat...who is sold in the slave market to a merciless ruler. When Succat is gravely punished after a foiled attempt to escape, he comes to the attention of Cormac, a novice Druid eager to practice his healing skills. Succat learns to respect the Druid's lore and love of learning and is given a new name, Patrick, the Celtic word for nobleman. What follows is the story of Patrick's missing years--years of calamity, defeat, and crushing disappointment that form him into a bard and advisor to the High King of Ireland, and lead to the mission for which his name will be remembered throughout history." Lawhead at the top of his form - don't miss this one.
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