Exiles box set books 1-3
About this ebook
The Exiles series follows Eunan Maguire, a boy marked for death who rises through the brutal world of warring clans, shifting allegiances, and the advancing power of the English crown.
Hated by his own family and forged in violence, Eunan fights first to survive—then to belong. But as rebellion spreads across Ireland, survival is no longer enough. Every choice draws him deeper into a conflict where truth is obscured, trust is a weapon, and power comes at a cost few can endure.
As the war intensifies, Eunan begins to uncover a darker reality: his path has not been his own. Shaped by forces he barely understands, he must decide whether to break free—or embrace the role he has been driven toward.
Because in a land where blood defines loyalty…
a man can rise from nothing—only to become something far more dangerous.
Perfect for readers of gritty historical fiction, the Exiles series delivers brutal action, clan politics, and a character-driven journey from survival to power, where every victory leaves a scar—and every truth comes too late.
This is the full six-book collection of the Exiles series.
Bad blood
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ "Bad Blood is a fantastic historical fiction novel that does not shy away from the dark complications of the world," - Reedsy Discovery
Uprising: two kingdoms, one wedding and the hangman’s noose
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “a real page-turner that leaves readers wanting more,”
“The conflict between the Crown and natives is brilliantly and elaborately written, the characters are rock-solid and relatable, and the plot is twisty as it can get,” – The Book Commentary
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ “This is the second book in the series and like the first one it has a lot of historical events. I enjoy reading stories like this, it is fast paced and adventurous and it holds your attention to the end. I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys reading historical fiction,” – Reader review
Traitor Maguire
★★★★ “A must read addition to the Exiles series that leaves you wanting more,” "has to be the most exciting of the books so far." - Reedsy Discovery
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About the author
C R Dempsey is the author of ‘Bad Blood’, ‘Uprising’, Traitor Maguire’, and ‘Breach of the peace’, four historical fiction books set in Elizabethan Ireland. He has plans for many more, and he needs to find the time to write them. History has always been his fascination, and historical fiction was an obvious outlet for his accumulated knowledge. C R spends lots of time working on his books, mainly in the twilight hours of the morning. C R wishes he spent more time writing and less time jumping down the rabbit hole of excessive research.
C R Dempsey lives in London with his wife and cat. He was born in Dublin but has lived most of his adult life in London.
