A Winter of Spies
- 191pages
- 7 heures de lecture
In 1920 Dublin, eleven-year-old Sarah Conway learns that Ireland's struggle for independence, led by Michael Collins, is waged not only with guns but also with spies, lies, and secrets.
Gerard Whelan Livres
Gerard Whelan crée des fictions historiques ancrées dans la lutte irlandaise pour l'indépendance au début du XXe siècle, tissant des intrigues complexes qui explorent les thèmes de l'identité nationale et des intrigues politiques. Ses récits plongent souvent dans l'interaction complexe entre l'église et l'État, donnant vie à des moments historiques cruciaux grâce à des recherches minutieuses et à un développement de personnages captivant. Le style distinctif de Whelan réside dans sa capacité à créer des histoires pleines de suspense qui immergent les lecteurs dans le passé. Son œuvre est reconnue pour son examen réfléchi du conflit historique et de son impact humain durable.
Set against the backdrop of the War of Independence, this collection features six poignant stories that explore the impact of conflict on children. With one tale rooted in Dublin and the others in the countryside, each narrative reveals the harrowing experiences and dire consequences faced by young characters amidst the turmoil of war. The stories delve into themes of innocence lost and the profound effects of historical events on the lives of the vulnerable.
The Guns of Easter
- 96pages
- 4 heures de lecture
It is 1916 and Europe is at war. From the poverty of the Dublin slums twelve- year-old Jimmy Conway is pulled between the British Army and the rebels in the Easter Rising. Real history seen through the eyes of a child from a master storyteller.
Out of Nowhere
- 240pages
- 9 heures de lecture
In a mysterious stone monastery, Stephen awakens with no memories except his name, surrounded by monks in a desolate world devoid of human life. As he explores the abandoned villages and broken communication, he grapples with the eerie silence of his surroundings. The arrival of strange men with supernatural abilities shatters his understanding of reality, leading to profound revelations about his identity and beliefs. This thought-provoking tale delves into themes of isolation, discovery, and the nature of humanity.