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| Irish Eyes: The Dark Beginnings of Sherlock Holmes (Nuala Anne McGrail Novels) | 
| Author: Andrew M. Greeley
Publisher: Forge Books
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 370401
Media: Mass Market Paperback
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 352
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 6.7 x 4.1 x 0.8
ISBN: 0812590244
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.54
EAN: 9780812590241
ASIN: 0812590244
Publication Date: March 15, 2001
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Product Description
Nuala Anne McGrail, that beautiful Irish spitfire, now lives in Chicago with her husband, Dermot, and their new baby, Nellliecoyne. As Nuala fans may suspect, Nelliecoyne is no ordinary baby: she is fey like her mothers, and can see into the past as well as the future. Both Nuala and her daughter have had strange vibrations from a place on the lake where a shipload of Irish-Americans lost their lives a hundred year ago. In the course of their investigation, Nuala and Dermot make some dangerous enemies, and eventually have to solve a murder and find a buried treasure. Will Nuala survive the attacks of a sleazy DJ, and a dangerous run-in with the Balkan Mafia? And how does the diary of a young Irish woman at the turn of the century play into these events? Once again, Andrew M. Greeley--that master of the human heart--creates an engaging, charming story that will delight fans young and old.
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 Irish OverKill January 3, 2003
I have tried to read 3 novels of Greeley's Nuala Anne McGrail Series and quite frankly I did not get past 3 to 5 chapters before I could no longer take the "Irish Overkill." This fascination with the Irish goes way past "normal" fiction. One cannot reasonably cast the character within the boundaries of fiction. The Irish do not possess anything better or less than other cultures and perhaps Fr. Greeley could research the treasure of other cultures with as much enthusiam as he wishes the Irish possessed. Greeley is a fine novelist and wonderful story-teller, he does not need to fill page after page of abberated nonsense about a culture that in reality has alot of beauty but reading one of Greeley's McGrail novels will definitely turn one off of the Irish.
 I Love This Book!!! August 20, 2001
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This book is one of the best books I have read in a long long time. The way the writer writes about Naula and Dermot's love, is astounding. Then mixing in what it's like for them to a child, and a protective dog. Then the mystery they wanted/needed to figure was great.
 Tell me more! June 29, 2000
14 out of 15 found this review helpful
I've just been introduced to Nuala & Dermott--where have I been! I am hooked now, however, and am going back in time to read Irish Gold & Irish Lace to start. Father Greeley has created two wonderful characters in Nuala & Dermott, the language is, as one would expect, typical of Irish-Americans, as is the portrayal of the woman being of strong character. I was tickled by his honest portrayal of Dermott's mixed feelings about their new little baby, and the worry it was causing his precious wife. I was fascinated by the history of the Great Lakes shared in this book, and realized how little I know of other, not so famous shipwrecks of the Great Lakes. So, as well as going back and reading more of Nuala & Dermott, I am going to read up on Great Lakes History as well. Tis a fine thing when an author inspires one to read more about it, tis!
Another satisfying excursion with the Coynes April 24, 2000
2 out of 4 found this review helpful
A very interesting plot line in this delightful addition to the saga of Dermott & Nuala is a history of cruise ships on the Great Lakes. I found myself humming o/~ the legend lives on from the Chippewa on down ... when the gales of November come early ... does anyone know where the love of God goes when the waves turn the minutes to hours?"
Good paranormal mystery March 21, 2000
16 out of 16 found this review helpful
In Chicago, Nuala Anne McGrail and her spouse Dermot love their infant Nelliecoyne, who shares many of the fey-like powers her mother possesses. At the same time that she finds family bliss, Nuala is enjoying popularity as a recording folksinger. However, her near perfect world comes under siege by an obsessed DJ, Nick Farmer, who wants to destroy Nuala's career and legally have Nelliecoyne taken away from her loving parents. While preparing for war with her radio foe, Nuala and her daughter share a psychic experience on the shores of Lake Michigan. Nuala "sees" the century old sinking of a ship containing many members of an ancient order. With Dermot's help, Nuala researches the Irish heritage in the Windy City thinking it is linked to what went down with that ship. She also valiantly fights to preserve her loving family from Farmer's odious tirades. The return of Nuala Anne McGrail is more than just good luck for readers. The audience knows they are in for a weird, but wonderful tale about fascinating characters. Nuala and Dermot retain their charm especially when they dote on an infant with psychic powers. The story line is entertaining in a strange sort of way, bringing insight into the history of the Irish along the shores of Lake Michigan. Like with his previous bestsellers IRISH GOLD and IRISH MIST, IRISH EYES will surely shine down on Mr. Greeley for another triumphant tale. Harriet Klausner
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