The Red Gate The O'Deirg Legacy Book 1 eBook Richard Sutton
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It’s a tale of family struggle and an ancient Irish legacy that begins late Summer, 1911 in Western Co. Mayo, Ireland. It begins, oddly enough with an unexplained drowning and a muddy fall into a pasture sinkhole. For a traditional Irish farming family, a chain of strange events leads them to uncover ancient buried secrets about themselves and their place in the greater world. As the greed and ambition of an unfolding plan begins to threaten their very lives, what will become of their home and it’s hidden legacy? What will become of their sheep? It's a rousing story of how one family confronts adversity and survives to enjoy another day with help coming from allies they didn't know they had! In these times, people who read will enjoy the change of pace and place and all the comfort that’s in it.
The Red Gate The O'Deirg Legacy Book 1 eBook Richard Sutton
I really wanted to like this book, but it was a disappointment on several levels. The story was very simple, too simple. In my opinion the characters were not developed enough in this book. It looks like there will be additional books in the series, but I ended this book not wanting to read anymore of the story.
However, most biggest disappointment was that the editing of my copy was VERY poor. Unless the author was writing in a form of english I am not familier with, there were some mis-spelled words, incorrect words in sentences and missing letters.
Product details - File Size 3012 KB
- Print Length 415 pages
- Publisher CreateSpace for Saille Tales Books; Fourth Edition edition (March 11, 2014)
- Publication Date March 11, 2014
- Sold by Digital Services LLC
- Language English
- ASIN B002BDU5HC
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The Red Gate The O'Deirg Legacy Book 1 eBook Richard Sutton Reviews
A beautifully written historical fantasy set in the early years of the 20th century.
I think I love the writing in this book even more than the story. It's lyrical and descriptive and that alone made this book a joy to read. That being said I also loved the story. It's intriguing and suspenseful with very likeable as well as despicable characters. The viewpoint switches from time to time to give you an overall picture of events and I felt myself fuming when seeing things from the viewpoint of one of the characters I didn't like. All in all Sutton managed to get me totally engrossed in the life of the O'Deirg family (especially Finn, my favourite character) and although the book luckily doesn't have a cliffhanger ending, I'm curious what's next for the O'Deirg family and their sheep.
Why should you read it
It's a beautifully written, intriguing family saga
The Red Gate begins with the body of a man being discovered. It then goes back in time a bit and starts to follow a simple Irish family. When a sinkhole appears in one of the pastures Finn is almost sucked in. He manages to survive long enough for his father to come find him and take him home. Upon arrival Finn discovers a strange bead that must have been from the mud around the hole.
When Finn and his father make their normal trip to town to stock up on supplies they find out an archaeologist is around looking at some stone pillars. They show him the bead and he is so amazed by it he pockets it, telling Finn it's worthless. What follows is mystery and intrigue as the professor tries to use the bead to further his own ambitions and Finn and his father excavate the hole to find a very strange chamber.
This is a great book for fans of historical fiction, but I found that parts of it drug a bit for me. The characters are pretty well done though, I really liked Finn and seriously disliked the professor who was trying to take advantage of him. I will say however that the end really picked up, there is a bit of mystery revealed and I'm very curious to see where the rest of the series ends up.
Review copy provided by the author.
Even my wife said this book has never been edited because of all the writing errors. The story is good but with all the typo's it's hard to read. After I read The Red Gate, I found it exciting and an interesting story. The author weaves the tale and then takes you to a fantastic ending. It's a great read and I can't wait until the second book comes out.
Most enjoyable read with insight into Ireland culture.
Kind of an old fashion type story, but enjoyable, nothing great.
We are so proud to announce that The Red Gate by Richard Sutton is a B.R.A.G.Medallion Honoree. This assures a reader that this book is well worth their time and money!
The Red Gate is hard to lay down. A thoroughly intriguing story and character line. Richard Sutton's unique personal style introducing different characters and situations, smoothly ties in the various threads and guides the story to unexpected conclusions. Whether from close research and study or from personal observation, Mr. Sutton has captured the Irish weather and the experience of muddy rutted roads in a skillful and authentic manner. His descriptions of the people and places are complete and accurate without being overdone. There is a subtle romantic thread running through the book; so understated in fact that the reader is unsure whether to take it seriously. Did they get together or not? . . . I'm not telling. A very enjoyable read. I am looking forward to the sequel. Jarrel R. Jackson
I really wanted to like this book, but it was a disappointment on several levels. The story was very simple, too simple. In my opinion the characters were not developed enough in this book. It looks like there will be additional books in the series, but I ended this book not wanting to read anymore of the story.
However, most biggest disappointment was that the editing of my copy was VERY poor. Unless the author was writing in a form of english I am not familier with, there were some mis-spelled words, incorrect words in sentences and missing letters.
