★★★★ "A must read addition to the Exiles series that leaves you wanting more," "has to be the most exciting of the books so far," - Reedsy Discovery★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "C.R. Dempsey is an extraordinary storyteller who paints a fascinating tapestry of the turbulent time in Irish history, a setting that is stunningly imagined and vividly constructed, allowing readers detailed images of the clashes between the rebels and the English crown, the betrayals, and espionage that characterized the political atmosphere of the time." – The Book Commentary★★★★ "'Traitor Maguire' has its full quota of gory and blood soaked action, shadowy double dealing and intrigue and bursts of dialogue that are as Irish as the peat in this rip roaring book." – The Historical Fiction Company Eunan's meteoric rise through the Maguire...

A gripping action packed historical thriller set in the rebellion in Ireland in the 1590s. In the wild lands of Ireland, the embers of the Irish rebellion still burn bright. Eunan Maguire seemingly has all he ever dreamed of, a command in the rebel army, a prestigious marriage to cement a Maguire alliance and control of his family lands. But all is not well for such lofty heights bring much responsibility and many enemies. Eunan discovers a large downside to his marriage for he needs to live up to the expectations of his new father-in-law. War returns and he also must prove himself worthy of the position he has been given for contemplate defeat would be the end of the clan. Stifling the greed and ambition of the Sheriff of Sligo, he has made him his mortal enemy. In the meantime, a friendship wanes for Seamus MacSheehy but the return of the war throws them back together again. Both will have their loyalties tested to...

<h2>One man fights to destroy his family, another to save his. Only one can be victorious.<br></h2><p>Ireland 1594. Eunan's village is destroyed, the rebellion appears over. As the forces of the English crown pillage the countryside, the rebel leader goes into hiding. Eunan's past has come back to haunt him.</p><p><br></p><p>Eunan goes forth to seek the rebel leaders. He must take control of his family lands and turn them from supporting the crown to declaring for the rebellion.</p><p><br></p><p>All that stands before him are the forces of the crown, the deserted ranks of the rebellion and the minor matter of his own family.</p><p><br></p><p>Meanwhile, Seamus faces a dilemma. Consequences from the past loom large. He must save his own family, but to do so could stop the rebellion in its tracks.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Who will...

The revelry after the victory at Yellow Ford could not mask the tragedy that followed. Seamus and Eunan were dealt a devastating blow. They were left with a grim determination to seek revenge by any means, even leading the rebellion against their oppressors. The Curse of Black Mountain hung over Seamus as his ultimate challenge lay ahead: returning to Munster where his clan had been decimated and family murdered, to reclaim what was stolen from him. Eunan, likewise, was determined to face these same forces—not only for vengeance, but to rescue the woman he loved.What awaited them when they arrived? Would the remains of the MacSheehy welcome Seamus back with open arms? Can Eunan protect himself from his adversaries or would they win and take his life? The Curse of Black Mountain is the fifth book in the epic Irish historical fiction Exiles series.Set during the Elizabethan wars in Ireland in the 1590s, it...