The Girl in the Bog: A Novel By Keith Donohue

In the misty fields of Connemara, a farmer stumbles upon a two-thousand-year-old body preserved in peat—a young woman from ancient Ireland. When she awakens in the modern world, her arrival ripples through time, reigniting old conflicts and stirring long-buried grievances. Her reawakening triggers a thrilling chase across contemporary Ireland, blending mythology with modernity in a captivating narrative.

The woman, known as the girl from the bog, becomes the target of shadowy figures from Ireland’s pagan past, each laying claim to her. As she flees, she is joined by an unlikely group: a trio of teenage witches who yearn for adventure, an American archaeologist driven by personal ambition, and two bewildered local farmers caught in the whirlwind. Meanwhile, the night is alive with the magic and mischief of fairies, adding to the chaos.

This darkly atmospheric story is a unique fusion of fantasy, mystery, and thriller genres, laced with wry humor and a deep appreciation for Irish folklore. It’s a modern reimagining of Ireland’s ancient epics, offering a comic yet poignant ode to the country’s rich literary tradition and its gift of storytelling. With elements of chase, enchantment, and mythological intrigue, the novel intertwines genres into a Celtic knot of narrative brilliance, appealing to fans of Neil Gaiman and Cassandra Khaw.