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Pat M

Pat M

My first novel, an alternate Irish history entitled "A Band of Roses," was released in March, 2008. This adventure story is set in a modern Ireland still ruled by kings. I read for both research and relaxation, and I enjoy exploring the wealth of books on other Shelfari members' shelves.

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  • NH, USA
  • member since Friday, April 11 2008

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  • Christine B

    christine b says

    Believe it or not I haven't read The Butcher Boy yet myself but I have seen the movie! The first McCabe novel I read was The Dead School and I loved it not to mention Breakfast On Pluto. I'm sure you'll enjoy his work! I'm pea green with envy that you were just in Ireland! You're so lucky!! I'm very interested in your novel and I wish you the best of luck with it. If you're on Facebook, look me up there as I'm there more often - last name Bode. I look forward to talking to you more. Have a great day!

    posted 3 days ago. ( send a note )
  • Judythe M

    judythe m says

    Don't you love the Irish? I sure do. Been to Ireland nine times. How about you?

    posted 7 days ago. ( send a note )
  • Mark O

    mark o says

    Hi Pat,
    Sorry I haven't responded for a while my wife has been sick. She is a lung transplant patient (8 years ago) so she has issues related to drugs she takes. Anyway, still reading when I can.

    I'm reading "Spiritual Evolution" which makes an scientific argument for spiritual faith. I heard and interview on the radio with the author who is a psychiatrist and professor at Harvard University and he sounded interesting. Usally I only read fiction but this caught my interest.

    Going to Long Island and Manhattan this week for work. Going Thursday, back Sunday so at least I'll miss the Allstar Game crowd.

    Glad to hear you liked Das Boot. I did to. I see you recomended The Butcher Boy. I'll have to check it out.
    ...Mark

    posted 11 days ago. ( send a note )
  • Sheryl B

    sheryl b says

    Celtic Sacrifice is now on Shelfari!!! I'd love for you to add it to your shelf. :)

    posted 3 weeks ago. ( send a note )
  • Marty H

    marty h says

    You are very welcome. I LOVED this book. Hope your trip is great and will produce more wonderful stories.

    posted 1 month ago. ( send a note )
  • Marty H

    marty h says

    Pat, I am half way through and cant put it down. Love it.

    posted 1 month ago. ( send a note )
  • Christine B

    christine b says

    Oh you loved Outlander by Diana Gabaldon too! A kindred spirit! She's my favourite author right now and I can't wait for the next book...it takes so long in between finishing her last book and getting her next (although I do have the Lord John books and I haven't read the last two yet) though. I have to get them all again and re-read them. LOVE the adventures of Jamie & Claire!

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Christine B

    christine b says

    Hi Pat,

    Your book sounds very interesting and just the sort of thing I'd like to read since I love anything that's set in Ireland! Where is it available?

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Christine B

    christine b says

    Hi Pat! That's so great that you picked up Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha! You'll love it, I'm sure! Roddy Doyle does have a brilliant sense of humour and if you like him you'll also love Patrick McCabe...he's even more twisted and wonderful! Start with Breakfast on Pluto if you can or The Dead School. The Butcher Boy is his classic but I haven't even been able to find a copy around here to buy to read. Saw the movie though! You can start there. I hope you enjoy him.

    Hope you're having a grand week!

    Cheers,
    Christine

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Marty H

    marty h says

    Just got a note from Amazon. Your book is on the way.

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Marty H

    marty h says

    Done. my book should be on its way soon from Amazon. Have a good day

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Toni

    toni says

    HOw did you enjoy the Van? Looks interesting...

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Marty H

    marty h says

    I would like to buy it. Do I just go to Amazon and find it?

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Emeraldeyes

    emeraldeyes says

    Hi Pat, and thank you for the invitation. You're right, we do share quite a few books in common, including some of my favorites. I'm curious to know more about your book. I love all things Irish, and it sounds quite intriguing.

    Tamsin

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Marty H

    marty h says

    Thank you for the invite, Pat. I am going to get your book today if I can. My kittie is a friend magnet. Lots of my friends list are cat lovers. She is a mutt. Found her and her siblings in the train tunnel in our backyard layout. Was Captain Jack until we discovered she was really Captain Jackie, CJ for short. I look forward to our Shelfari friendship.

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Christine B

    christine b says

    Hi Pat,

    Well, if you're a Roddy Doyle fan, you must have good taste! :-) My favourite of his books is Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha. But then, I haven't read The Barrytown Trilogy yet although I've been meaning to for years. I've seen all the movie versions of The Commitments, The Van and The Snapper and loved them! The Irish have THE most wonderful sense of humour! If you love Roddy Doyle, you might also really appreciate Patrick McCabe if you haven't already read him. Look forward to your recommendations!

    All the best,
    Christine

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • shagha

    shagha says

    hi
    start a new discussion in biography & other groups !!!!
    let's be active......

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Cynwrites

    cynwrites says

    Thank you, Pat. I'm glad you enjoyed Rory, Siobhan and Ballycashel.

    Slainte!

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • Jassafari

    jassafari says

    YES, I GUESS YOU CAN SAY THAT!

    I LIKE TO LEARN THINGS, AND HOW TO WRITE IS ONE OF THEM. BUT MOSTLY, I LIKE TO READ....PERHAPS THAT IS WHY I HAVE OVER 350,000
    BOOKS....MY RECORD COLLECTING IS ALSO OFF THE HOOK....SO IF THERE'S ANYTHING THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO HEAR....AND IT'S IN MY COLLECTION (AND IT GENERALLY IT)THEN I WILL SEND YOU AN MP3 OF

    IT. OKAY MY NEW FOUND....I LOOK FORWARD TO GREAT DICUSSIONS!

    JASS!

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )
  • bibliograph

    bibliograph says

    Thnx for ur offer I sure will read ur book and I'm sure its a good read.

    posted 2 months ago. ( send a note )


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