The Fall of Castle Carrick

As a fan of castles, Ireland and mysteries I thought this should be interesting. The main character, a brooding introvert named Alex, is my favourite kind of narrator who often thinks more than he says, and the story was entertaining enough to keep me turning the page long after it became predictable. The Fall of Castle Carrick is the sort of book I would have loved if not for a few annoying mistakes. Historical inaccuracies aside (this is fiction, after all) it seems the author got Ireland and Northern Ireland confused. I guess it all looks the same from across the pond, but I couldn't help to feel disappointed by that. I think the setting deserved a bit more research and the writing could use some polish as well. It felt rushed and haphazard at times, which is a shame. Overall, it's still well worth the read for the fantasy aspect of it and the thought provoking themes hidden between the lines.