Cathal, a renowned singer-songwriter and author, returns to Cork to launch his second novel, Athenry. This novel is a labor of love inspired by the Great Famine and reflects themes of love, loss, courage, and hope. To ensure historical accuracy, he collaborated with historian Michelle O'Mahony. Originally from Cork and related to notable figures, Cathal surprised travelers with a piano performance at Cork Airport. He is actively involved in cultural tours in Ireland, showcasing its natural and musical heritage.
This book was very much a labour of love and I am so proud to be back in Ireland for its launch. It is a story of love, loss, courage and hope around some of the most dramatic events in Irish history.
I worked with Cork-based historian Michelle O'Mahony to ensure its historical accuracy. An epic love story which is set at the time of the Great Famine and partly inspired by the song, Fields of Athenry.
To celebrate his arrival home, Cathal decided to deliver an impromptu performance at the arrivals hall of Cork Airport with a piano fortunately being at hand.
Cathal is a nephew of the late Taoiseach and Cork GAA legend Jack Lynch. Writing is nothing new to the family with Cathal's first cousin, retired Colonel Dan Harvey, a respected military history author.
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