THE FAERIE ISLE Tales and Traditions of Ireland's Forgotten Folkore

Just in time for St. Patrick's Day, Aoife McMahon, with her lovely Irish brogue, brings Síne Quinn's introduction to 15 Irish faeries to life. This children's audiobook will also entrance adults as it looks at the light and dark sides of Irish faeries ranging from banshees and leprechauns to other shape-shifting and trickster characters. With her Irish lilt, McMahon introduces each character, describing the faerie and its place in Irish folklore before sharing a tale that brings the faerie and its interactions with humans to life. A foreword by Patricia Forde, Ireland's current children's literature laureate, offers listeners advice on how to stay safe if they encounter any of these characters. Dermot Flynn's magical illustrations make the book a valuable companion to the listening experience. N.E.M. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: MARCH 2025]