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Dreaming of Ireland but not sure where to go or how to make the most of your limited time? Discover Ireland 2025 is your ultimate roadmap, designed for American travelers who want the best of the Emerald Isle without the stress. Wondering where to sip a $6 Guinness steeped in history? Stroll cliffs that stun? Chase your Irish roots? Séamus O’Connor—your expert Irish guide—delivers over 200 insider tips to hit every essential stop: Dublin’s literary pubs where Joyce wrote, Galway’s wild coast that awed Columbus, Kerry’s Ring where O’Connell fought, Cork’s rebel heart, ...

Get ready to uncover County Kerry with Discover Kerry: A Hilarious, Hearty Guide to Ireland’s Wild Southwest by Séamus O’Connor! This rollicking guide drags you through Kerry’s jaw-dropping cliffs, secret beaches, and lively pubs with a shepherd’s wit and a pint of local charm. From the Ring of Kerry’s epic vistas to Dingle’s funky fishing vibes, Séamus spills the beans on must-sees, hidden gems, and where to snag the freshest fish and chips—all wrapped in laugh-out-loud tales from his Dingle doorstep. Whether you’re scaling Skellig Michael with puffins or sipping Guinness...

Dive into the rebel south with Discover Cork: A Cheeky, Charming Trek Through Ireland’s Rebel South by Séamus O’Connor! This sprawling guide hauls you through Cork’s buzzing city streets, rugged cliffs, and foodie havens with a farmer’s wit and a pint of southern craic. From kissing the Blarney Stone to slurping oysters in Kinsale, Séamus unveils must-sees, hidden gems, and where to snag the creamiest Murphy’s. Brimming with laugh-out-loud yarns and insider tips, this trek’s your key to Cork’s feisty soul—whether you’re scaling forts or toasting in a trad session. Snag ...

Jack Holland never meant to become a priest. An Irish teenager with no religion and even less restraint, he sought refuge in a seminary to dodge family pressure—just until he figured things out. But procrastination has a way of rewriting destinies. Years later, Jack finds himself in California, wearing the collar and preaching to the faithful, all while wrestling with shattered vows, unexpected success, and a God who seems more wrathful than forgiving. His journey is equal parts absurd and profound—a spiritual misadventure laced with dark humor, biting satire, and the ache of a man ...

Step into the cobbled streets of Temple Bar, Dublin’s most iconic quarter, where the echoes of Vikings, merchants, poets, and rebels mingle with the clink of pint glasses and the strains of a fiddle. In Temple Bar: A Story of Dublin’s Most Famous Quarter, acclaimed storyteller Séamus O’Connor weaves a rich tapestry of history, myth, and modern life, peeling back the layers of a place that’s as beloved as it is misunderstood. From its origins as a muddy Viking settlement on the Liffey’s banks to its rise as a bustling merchant hub in the 17th century, Temple Bar has always been a ...

Step into the shadows of Northern Ireland’s most enchanting avenue—the Dark Hedges. This humorous, Game of Thrones-inspired guide blends rich history, local legends, and witty reflections on one of the world’s most photographed roads. Discover how an 18th-century family’s grand vision became a global icon, complete with ghost stories, fan-favorite filming spots, and essential tips for planning your own epic journey. Perfect for Game of Thrones fans, history buffs, and wanderlusters alike, this book offers more than a travel guide—it invites you to become part of a living legend. ...

A Death Ordained A Noir Murder Mystery Tim Masterson—ex-priest, ex-litigator, and full-time cynic—is hired by the Church to investigate a murdered cleric. He suspects he’s less investigator than scapegoat. But twenty grand is twenty grand. As Tim unravels the case, he uncovers a conspiracy linking the Church, the Irish Mafia, and a radical convent. What begins as a murder probe becomes a reckoning—with corruption, faith, and his own buried past. Darkly witty and morally complex, A Death Ordained is noir through a sacramental lens—where silence is currency and guilt never dies.

In the wake of their youngest sister’s death, the four O'Neill girls—bright, headstrong, and bound by grief—begin to unravel. Raised in privilege in post–Civil War Northern Ireland, they each make radical choices that defy convention and fracture their family’s fragile unity.From the bohemian chaos of 1920s Paris to a Bolshevik uprising in a convent, from illicit affairs to violent clashes with British troops, their paths diverge wildly. Yet each sister is propelled by a fierce urgency—to live, to love, to rebel—and their convictions soon collide in a reckoning that threatens ...

Step into Mayo, Ireland’s wild western frontier, where cliffs tower, islands beckon, and ancient spirits roam free. Discover Mayo: Exploring the Untamed Soul of Ireland’s Wild West sweeps you into this raw paradise with over 150 tips and rollicking tales. Séamus O’Connor unveils the secrets of Croagh Patrick’s holy heights, Achill’s windswept shores, and pubs alive with local craic—all on a tight budget. Picture Bridie dodging fairy tricks on Clare Island or Mick outsmarting a storm off Downpatrick Head. History, folklore, and practical know-how collide in this spirited guide, ...

Unleash your wanderlust with Discover Galway: A Hilarious, Hearty Guide to Ireland’s Wild West by Séamus O’Connor! This rollicking romp drags you through Galway’s buzzing city streets, Connemara’s moody mountains, and the Aran Islands’ ancient stones—all with a farmer’s wit and a pint of local craic. From slurping oysters in Kinvara to dancing with buskers in Galway City, Séamus spills the secrets of must-sees, hidden gems, and where to find the creamiest Guinness. Packed with laugh-out-loud tales and insider tips, this guide’s your key to Galway’s wild soul—whether ...

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Craving a taste of Ireland’s wild, greasy soul? The Ultimate Irish Fakeaway Cookbook by Séamus O’Connor brings the chipper’s golden crunch and Chinese-Irish spice straight to your kitchen. From Dingle’s windswept cliffs, Séamus—a shepherd turned spatula-wielding storyteller—unlocks Ireland’s takeaway classics: crispy fish and chips, zingy spice bags, curry-drenched fries, and battered burgers that’d make a Dublin fryer weep. Packed with step-by-step recipes (serves 2), pro techniques (double-fry magic), and essentials (five-spice, starchy spuds), this rollicking guide ...

Dive into Meath, Ireland’s Royal County, where kings rose, fairy mounds sing, and every stone hides a story. Discover Meath: Unearthing the Ancient Heart of Ireland’s Royal County sweeps you into this forgotten treasure with over 100 tips and rollicking tales. Séamus O’Connor spills the secrets of Tara’s mystic hill, Trim’s towering castle, and pubs buzzing with local craic—all on a shoestring budget. Picture Mary chasing fairy whispers on Slane or old Paddy outwitting Cromwell’s ghost in Kells. History, folklore, and practical pointers collide in this lively guide, turning a...