Publisher's Synopsis
Tairrdelbach Ua Conchobair's mother was the great-granddaughter of Brian Bóru and that legacy meant everything to him. He was taught to respect and admire everything Bóru stood for. By the time he was eighteen, he was happy to be still alive, having witnessed some of the tremendous violence that followed the death of Brian Bóru. He spent fifty years forcing Ireland to change and evolve. His innovative ideas brought Ireland into European awareness. He came closer to establishing an Irish monarchy than any other man. He rose to power at a time when Ireland had no strong champion to step forward and defend her. When Ua Conchobair (O'Connor) did so, all of Ireland threw themselves behind his cause."Celtic Dragon" is the story of Ireland from 1014-1116. A second book, "Celtic Fire", covers the events of 1116-1250. It will be published by late-2019.While attending University, Dr. Ruth-Anne Harris of Irish Studies, became Arabella's mentor. They agreed that Ms. Love would write a fictionalized account of Ireland before the coming of the English. Ms. Love studied History, Irish Studies and Women Studies and Creative Writing.Due to the graphic nature of this book, it is recommended that readers be at least 18 years of age.
