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Brian Gallagher

    Brian Gallagher crafts historical fiction for young readers, often drawing inspiration from pivotal moments in Irish history. His works explore the complexities of the past and its impact on individuals, particularly the youth. Gallagher employs an engaging narrative style that immerses readers in compelling stories. His ability to weave historical events with personal journeys makes his books both educational and captivating.

    Taking Sides
    Across the Divide
    Resistance
    Winds of Change
    Pursuit
    Arrivals
    • 2024

      Dr. Cornelius vs. Countess Petrovska

      • 300 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      The narrative explores the enigmatic escape of Dr. Cornelius, a criminal mastermind, who evades justice by leveraging his surgical expertise for profit. Brian Gallagher delves into the darker corners of his character, revealing how he navigates a world of crime and intrigue, offering a fresh perspective on the events following the original 1913 classic. The story promises a thrilling continuation filled with suspense and moral ambiguity as the doctor pursues his nefarious ambitions.

      Dr. Cornelius vs. Countess Petrovska
    • 2024

      A valuable painting leaves Galway in a guarded carriage. When the train arrives in Dublin, the painting is gone, and the train's guard is suspected. Twins Deirdre and Tim know their father isn’t a thief, and they’re determined to find out who is. Soon the children are battling not just to clear his name, but for their very lives!

      The Case of the Vanishing Painting
    • 2022

      Mum, Dad and Millie are off on their summer holidays to beautiful Inis Oirr. With a little help from the not-so-shipwrecked MV Plassey, Millie has a magical moonlit adventure! Maybe it's not quite so long since the Plassey's last voyage after all...

      Millie and the Magical Moon
    • 2021

      No Greater Love

      The Human Experience of God

      • 54 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Serving as a companion to Brian Gallagher's earlier work, this book delves deeper into the themes and ideas presented in God's Foolishness. It expands on the concepts introduced previously, offering new insights and reflections that enhance the reader's understanding of the original text. The exploration of faith, wisdom, and the paradoxes of divine understanding is further enriched, making it a valuable addition for those looking to deepen their engagement with Gallagher's work.

      No Greater Love
    • 2021

      In 1880's Ireland, with the Land War raging and evictions and boycotting overturning everyday life, three children from very different background form a secret - and dangerous - alliance.

      Winds of Change
    • 2020

      The Return of Captain Vampire

      • 276 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Set against a backdrop of war, Marie Nizet's Captain Vampire intertwines supernatural elements with a compelling narrative, exploring themes of conflict and the macabre. Rediscovered by historian Radu Florescu, this 1879 novel has been suggested as a potential influence on Bram Stoker's Dracula, enriching its significance in the fantasy genre. Its blend of horror and adventure has earned it a place as a classic, despite being overlooked for over a century.

      The Return of Captain Vampire
    • 2020

      God's Foolishness

      A Spirituality of Heart

      • 62 pages
      • 3 hours of reading

      Exploring the theme of divine wisdom versus human understanding, Brian Gallagher reflects on his life and the teachings of various spiritual figures. He identifies these individuals as 'prophets, leaders, saints' whose profound insights and experiences reveal God's foolishness as a source of true strength and wisdom. Despite being overlooked by conventional wisdom, their influence has shaped Gallagher's spirituality, emphasizing the transformative power of faith and the unexpected ways in which divine guidance manifests in human lives.

      God's Foolishness
    • 2019

      Resistance

      • 272 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
      4.1(11)Add rating

      In Nazi-occupied Ireland, Roisin Tierney hides her Jewish heritage. But when the chance arises to resist the Nazis, Roisin and her friends face hard choices - that could cost their lives.

      Resistance
    • 2018

      As the War of Independence grows more lethal, the three friends must decide where their loyalties lie. Then a secret from Johnny's past changes everything...

      Spies
    • 2017

      During the War of Independence, friends Johnny, Stella and Alice grapple with conflicting loyalties - then matters come dramatically to a head on the night the Black and Tans set Balbriggan ablaze during a murderous night of vengeance.

      Pawns