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Barry O' Brien

AUTHOR OF HISTORICAL FICTION INSPIRED BY IRELAND'S HIDDEN PAST

Discover compelling stories inspired by Ireland’s rich history, hidden mysteries, and unforgettable characters.

Historical Fiction • Irish History • Storytelling

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

A passion for history.

A love for storytelling.

Barry O Brien has spent years researching Ireland’s past, uncovering hidden stories and forgotten voices.  His books bring real historical events to life through compelling characters and immersive storytelling.

HISTORICAL FICTION

Gripping stories inspired by real events and forgotten moments in history.

IRISH HISTORY

A deep appreciation for Ireland’s rich heritage and the people who shaped it.

STORYTELLING

Bringing the past to life through engaging narratives and unforgettable characters.

DISCOVER THE COLLECTION

Explore Barry's Books

Step into worlds shaped by Irish history, hidden secrets, unforgettable characters, and gripping mysteries.

HISTORICAL FICTION

The Notetakers

January 1916, Europe is deadlocked in a titanic struggle. Seven members of a secret society The Irish Republican Brotherhood meet in a church hall on the outskirts of Dublin to plan a rebellion, the consequences of which are felt on two continents, igniting a flame which would result in independence six years later.

Burning Down The House

HISTORICAL FICTION

Burning The House Down

Burning Down The House takes you on a thrilling journey through the turbulent times of early 20th-century Ireland. In a world of espionage and shifting loyalties, the story follows Dick McKee, a young man caught between the lines of war, rebellion, and personal duty.

What Readers are Saying

With the Western Front at a stalemate and fear of conscription being introduced in Ireland, some felt that the promised independence for Ireland
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With the Western Front at a stalemate and fear of conscription being introduced in Ireland, some felt that the promised independence for Ireland
James A
Designer
With the Western Front at a stalemate and fear of conscription being introduced in Ireland, some felt that the promised independence for Ireland
James A
Designer

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