Review of High Crimes Against the Crown

[Bertha Jackson]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "High Crimes Against the Crown" by Patrick DeVaney.]

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4 out of 4 stars

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High Crimes Against the Crown, by Patrick DeVaney, is a fictional book that incorporates the places the author has visited in Ireland and while walking the 500-mile Camino De Santiago pilgrimage on the Iberian Peninsula. After being severely beaten by an escaped prisoner from the New York Turnstone Prison, Officer Conor Caldemeyer is put on leave for one year to heal from his injuries. He agrees to visit Ireland with his friend, Alec Mahony. In Ireland, he meets a woman named Billi, the Vice President of Operations for the Holylanders who work with the Green Liberation Front (GLF) to interrupt British activities without injuring anyone. After becoming involved in the revolution between Northern Ireland and Britain, Conor is accused of murdering a member of Her Majesty’s Armed Forces. With a price on his head, Conor has to avoid the long arms of the Queen of England. Does he escape, or does the British army find him? Did he go against the GLF by killing a British soldier? You will not regret reading this humorous book to find out.

One of the best aspects of this book is the pictures the author included of his life that follow the plot in the book. For example, there are pictures of a Fort Henry, New York squad card, Bunratty Castle, road signs with bullet holes, a mountain called Alto del Perdon (The Height of Forgiveness), and guarded checkpoints, to name a few. Patrick DeVaney’s development of the characters includes vivid descriptions and the Irish dialect. He has included footnotes that provide definitions or explanations of unfamiliar terms; for instance, “mhuirnin” means “darling.” Patrick DeVaney has included a couple of poems, one by the Irish Poet Lady Jane Wilde and another by Bernard McGarry. There is humor throughout the book as he uses phrases like “people who did it were cuckoo for Cocoa Puffs.” I enjoyed reading about the history of Ireland. The preview to the sequel of this book promises more excitement about Conor’s journey.

I did not encounter any negative aspects in this book. I was continually turning the pages in suspense about what would happen next. I laughed and shook my head at many of Conor’s antics. I look forward to reading more about Conor’s journey in the sequel.

This well-written 373-page book has been professionally edited as I only found three errors. There is absolutely no reason for me to give this book less than 4 out of 4 stars.

I recommend this book to mature adults interested in the Irish Freedman Movement, mystery, and romance. Sensitive readers need to be aware that the book contains religious content consisting of the Lord’s Prayer, Hail Marys, and a Catholic pilgrimage. There is also some non-descriptive sexual content and non-borderline profanity.

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[Shivansh_Reviews]

The plot of the book seems quite interesting to me. I think it is a bit complex so I'm not so sure if I want to go for it or not. Thanks for the insightful review.

[kittykat6132]

The plot seems to have many twists and turns. I like that.

[Georgina Rossi]

I have to agree with Shivansh_Review. Sounds very complicated and may evoke uncomfortable emotions for readers. Bertha Johnson, thank you for the in-depth review.

[Nwadinso Okoro]

The book cover design is quite shady. The book, according to the review, is a complicated story that involves the author's experience. It is thought-provoking. Thanks for your great review.

[Ghuddie]

I love Romance fiction so I'm definitely checking this one out. Great review.

[Avishi]

Along with humor this story seems to have twists also. Interesting storyline. Thank you for your review.

[Obinna Chima Agoms]

Real-life pictures depict authenticity. I'm happy that the author included them. I feel that I could learn a thing or two from the author's story.

[UcheUche18]

Country histories tire me out most of the time, to be honest. But since this has some humour in it, because life is too short to always be serious, I guess I'd give it a shot. Thanks for the review.

[Pauls_]

The plot is intriguing. I like books that contains pictures because they make an easy read. Nice review.

[cutemami]

This book seems well executed but I do not see myself enjoying its genre. Thank you for the great review.