Black Irish

"Black Irish", by Casey Sherman will, without a doubt, keep the reader turning pages until the "we-hours" of the morning! <br /> <br />"Black Irish" is a fast moving adventure novel that carries a "somewhat" ..."Celtic" version of the "Cain and Abel" story line but, ending with a rather surprising twist of fate. <br /> <br />Sherman's book is like "taste-testing" some of Tom Clancy's "Rainbow Six" mixed with seasoned portions from such movies as, "The Pope of Greenwich Village," "The Devils Own," and even the more recent "Boondock Saints..." I must admit however, this story is much better developed and entertaining than ..."all of the above." <br /> <br />The author's research into the historical elements of the "times of trouble" enveloping Belfast, Bobby Sands, and the IRA (PIRA), is naturally, well done. However, it appears evident (to me), that a great deal of his insight was not just obtained through library research. His knowledge of the subject seems to go much deeper than the cursory historical lessons implemented in the book. Mr. Sherman's specific knowledge and feelings appear to have been obtained first hand through some of the "Boyos" who actually lived and experienced these events. There must be literally several hundred veteran IRA (PIRA) members "out there" who were willing to interview with Sherman in some Irish Pub over a few Guinness beers. <br /> <br />Sherman's main protagonist, "Michael Logan" becomes a contemporary "Hero/Villain" figure who seems to possess the cunning and prowess attributed to the ancient Irish warrior, Cuchulain. "Michael Logan" is after all, the "Black Irish" Angel of Retribution." <br /> <br />This was an outstanding piece of literature and story telling. It was superbly written by the author, and ..."greatly enjoyed' by the reader! <br /> <br />I think, this story line would make an excellent film script, and or, Play write! <br /> <br />Casey Sherman is an excellent writer!! <br /> <br />This is a superb book and I would recommend it to anyone! <br />

This story goes full circle: In the present to the past and back. You will read it in one sitting. Worth it! Dia duit!

Great suspense, great action. Would love to see this in a dark movie theater on the big screen. The back and forth action made me pay attention. This is a busy time I picked to read it but I keep going back to find out what's next. I even gave this as a retirement gift for some very intriguing reading. Don't start it unless you are prepared to get hooked on it.

I thoroughly enjoyed Black Irish. I did not want to put it down once I had started reading it. I look forward to more novels by Casey Sherman.

This is the second book I read from Casey Sherman. His first was "A Rose For Mary" was an amazing piece of work detailing the search for the killer of his Mother's Sister Mary who was killed in downtown Boston back in the 60's. Now his second book which I just finished takes you through the lives of two twin Irish brothers and their plight to avenge their Parents death. He is an amazing writer that pays attention to the details and does a great job developing his characters using historical factual information. I would compare his style to that of Tom Clancy but I believe Casey Sherman may even surpass him one day in notoriety. I can't wait for his next book.