West Ireland

“Dramatic, adventurous, heroic, romantic. . . these historical chronicles, legends, myths, tall tales and fables, featuring warriors, kings, monks, explorers and clever common folk, imaginatively tell the history of Ireland.” — Philadelphia Inquirer This New York Times bestselling epic is...

Ireland Vidal is the third generation to control Vidal Records, and she's on track to lead the recording company to greater heights. She's the youngest of an affluent, prominent family headed by her eldest brother, Gideon Cross—one of the richest men in the world. Despite her siblings' outsized shadows, Ireland has carved her own identity. But the clever, stunning beauty with fierce tenacity and a heart of gold has yet to find a man with whom to share her life—someone who doesn't need her connections to be successful.

How will an Irish mail order bride fit in? Earn it. Lorna Faulkner never imagined that she would have to leave her beloved Ireland. But she is forced to pack up her things and take her little sister, Caitlin, across the sea to the land that has already opened its arms to so many of her people: America. When they arrive, however, they find themselves to be less accepted than they had expected. Engaged as a mail order bride to the handsome Peter Andrews, Lorna and Peter see their lives grow together in strange and expected ways. More so when Peter’s difficult past comes to light. With the ...

Bloomsbury presents Lords of the Salt Road by Angus Konstam, read by David Monteath. The story of the Norse Earls of Orkney, whose lands once covered much of Scotland, and whose reach extended as far as Scandinavia, continental Europe and even the Mediterranean. Lords of the Salt Road reveals...

Born in 1846 in Ireland at the start of the "Great Hunger", James Kinnier Wilson emigrated to Philadelphia to start a new life at 17 years old. After his life took a dramatic turn, he found himself attending Princeton and then a college in Scotland, where he met Agnes Hately, the talented daughter of a famous figure in the Scottish "Disruption" - the emergence of the Free Church of Scotland.

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...

“Connemara Girl" is a gripping tale that reintroduces DS Fiona Madden to her hometown of Galway, where she's found contentment with her partner, Ashling McGoldrick. However, tranquility eludes Fiona when a teenager vanishes without a trace, and an unexpected visitor claims to be the son she once gave up for adoption. Haunted by her past reputation in the village, Fiona remains resolute, fortified by a wall of inner strength. A martial arts expert, she swiftly confronts a local troublemaker, turning a viral video into a double-edged sword of admiration and resentment. Her actions draw the ...

A family secret. A century of heartache . . . The Girl on the Cliff is an evocative, moving story of family, loss and hope, from Lucinda Riley, the international bestselling author of The Seven Sisters series. After a devastating loss, Grania Ryan flees her life as an artist in New York and...

‘The people generally are out for a Republic and they propose to get it.’ – County Inspector RIC, West Galway, July 1920 The period 1913–22 witnessed extraordinary upheaval in Irish society. The Easter Rising of 1916 facilitated the emergence of new revolutionary forces and the eruption of guerrilla warfare. In Galway and elsewhere in the west, the new realities wrought by World War One saw the emergence of a younger generation of impatient revolutionaries. In 1916, Liam Mellows led his Irish Volunteers in a Rising in east Galway and up to 650 rebels took up defensive positions at ...

Do you think Ireland’s myths are just charming tales for tourists? Think again. Beyond the rolling green hills and postcard-perfect castles lies a darkness that has festered for centuries. These aren't the sanitized legends of leprechauns and rainbows. These are the whispers that haunt the lonely country roads, the chilling truths that curdle the blood, and the ancient warnings that, when ignored, lead to madness and death. Urban Legends from Ireland pulls back the veil on the Emerald Isle to reveal the living, breathing nightmares that claw at the edges of the modern world. Witness a ...

The Celts have always been seen to walk between the world of the living and a world driven by magic, passion, and fantasy. To those who want to venture down the rabbit hole, Alastar MacTire takes us on a walk through the Celtic Nations starting with the struggling, passionate, magical Irish.

On the west coast of Ireland, two strangers united by their shared memories of a forgotten realm struggle to reconcile the lives they’ve known here with who they once were. But for those who can witness their memories, their past identities may be a secret worth dying for.

Timeless Magic of Ireland’s Most Cherished Folk Tales Step into a world where ancient gods walk the earth, heroes are born in the heat of battle, and love transcends the boundaries of time and space. Folk Tales from Ireland: Timeless Legends of Myth, Magic, and Heroic Tales from Irish Folklore and Mythology is a captivating collection of Ireland's most treasured stories, brought together in a beautifully crafted volume that invites readers of all ages to explore the rich and mystical heritage of the Emerald Isle. In this book our Folk Tales World series, we invite you to journey through ...

Just before Christmas, 1996, a beautiful French woman - the wife of a movie mogul - was brutally murdered outside of her holiday home in a remote region of West Cork, Ireland. The crime was reported by a local journalist, Ian Bailey, who was at the forefront of the case until he became the prime murder suspect. Arrested twice, he was released without charge. This was the start of a saga lasting decades with twists and turns and a battle for justice in two countries, which culminated in the 2019 conviction of Bailey - in his absence - by the French Criminal court in Paris.

THE INSTANT NATIONAL BESTSELLER “One of the more surprising double-reverse plot twists...in some time.” —The New York Times In this “propulsive, page-turning, compelling, fragmentation grenade of a debut thriller” (C.J. Box, #1 New York Times bestselling author), a deadly plot against...

Rose of Doona: A Tale of Love, Land, and Legacy In the rugged beauty of Ballycroy on the west coast of Ireland, Rose Doherty faces a choice that will shape her life forever. Torn between her dreams of America and her love for Daniel McManamon, she must decide whether to stay on the land her family has fought for or forge a new path across the ocean. Set against the breathtaking yet unforgiving landscape of 1840s Ireland, Rose of Doona is a story of resilience, sacrifice, and the power of love. As the village of Doona grapples with changing times and challenges, Rose and Daniel face ...

It’s all change at Mill Street Station. The old hierarchy has been retired and a new broom has swept its last vestiges away. As a consequence Fiona Madden has been promoted to detective inspector and now heads up the CID unit. Sean Tracy has taken her post as detective sergeant. Their first case under the new regime comes quickly. A man has been shot in the back outside the holiday village of Letterfrack. The dead man is not a local but has a connection to a past that the villagers would like to forget. The victim is identified be a for former member of the Society of Christian Brothers ...

A humorous and nostalgic journey through 1950s rural Ireland Six-year-old John Paschal suddenly finds himself living in a strange house in a world without running water, radio, or electricity. Then he receives a letter from a mysterious woman who claims to be his mother. Why is Bridie writing to him from Galway when she hadn't written before? As John Paschal tries to come to terms with being "a bastard child" (whatever that is), he discovers the town's legendary characters who will shape his path to manhood: Tommy, the village postman who knows what's in every letter. Harry Ryan, the local ...

SUSPENSE LIES IN THE SHADOWS OF RURAL IRELAND... Hazel McDermott is on the phone with her husband Darragh when she hears the screech of tyres. The jeep he was driving is soon found, overturned in a field off the motorway, but Darragh has vanished. As the days pass and the Gardaí investigate...

Read this book for free with your Kindle Unlimited Membership! History of Ireland The story of the Irish people is definitely fascinating, especially to history buffs. This book stands as an introduction to the history of a nation that has been influenced by other forces, developing beyond its magnificent, imposing coasts. This book will transport you to the past of one of the world’s most compelling nations. It will take you through the conflicts and events whose impact was crucial throughout the centuries. Starting from the earliest inhabitants of the land to the country’s ...