The hounds of the Morrigan
By Pat O'Shea
An ancient evil escapes a book, forcing two siblings into a battle with Ireland’s legendary queen.
mythical · adventurous · whimsical · spellbinding
Genres
What is The hounds of the Morrigan about?
When Pidge accidentally releases an ancient evil from a mysterious book, he and his sister Brigit are drawn into a perilous battle rooted in Irish legend. The Great Queen Morrigan is preparing to unleash destruction, and her supernatural hounds are close behind. With help from an unusual group of allies, including the clever fox Cúru, the children must cross the west of Ireland, unravel old secrets and find the courage to face a powerful enemy before it is too late.
About the author
Pat O’Shea was an Irish author and storyteller who wrote magical adventures for children. She is best known for The Hounds of the Morrigan, a thrilling fantasy novel inspired by Irish myths and legends. Her stories are filled with brave children, mysterious creatures and imaginative journeys. She also wrote Finn MacCool and the Small Men of Deeds and The Magic Bottle. Pat O’Shea’s books invite readers to explore friendship, courage and the wonder of storytelling.
Pages
480 pages
Reading age
Older Junior (10-15)
This edition
2003
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