Book Review: Fairy by Morgan Daimler

As always, Daimler has given those interested in Irish myths and folklore a solid and thoroughly researched work, particularly that which refers to the Other crowd. Fairy not only lays out the popular ideas surrounding the fair folk but also draws from authentic Irish lore found in the limited textual records and writings that Daimler has spent a great deal of time translating and interpreting.

While there are probably hundreds of people worldwide who claim to be an authority on Irish folklore, Fairy, and the creatures of the Otherworld, Daimler should be at the top of any reader’s list if they want a true and accurate accounting of this beloved topic.

I have used Daimler’s works countless times while researching for my fiction novel that features heavily in Irish myths and folklore. Even though it is a work of fiction, it is incredibly important to me that I am presenting that lore as true to the source material and Irish culture as possible. Ireland has such a rich and storied history, but her people and her language are very real and deserve to be honored and respected. Daimler does this masterfully.

If you are a person with Irish ancestry or heritage, or perhaps someone who read a fictional story and wanted to delve deeper into Ireland and her tales, you must add this book to your TBR pile. You will not regret it.