Author

Denis Cronin

Of Land & Greed

Of Land and Greed is a gripping historical fiction set in the rugged hills of West Cork, Ireland, at the turn of the 1900s.

As Ireland shifts from British rule to independence, the Crowley family experiences triumph and tragedy in their quest for power and legacy. Seán Óg Crowley, the first in his family to own the land they have farmed as tenants for generations, becomes consumed by the need for a son to inherit the farm. He wages a personal war at home, fuelled by obsession, betrayal, and unrelenting ambition. As the Crowley family's internal struggle culminates in a final, explosive confrontation, a hidden secret emerges, threatening to alter the family legacy and haunt future generations.

Of Land and Greed is more than a simple tale of inheritance and rivalry; it is a reflection of a nation's birth, a testament to the powerful ties between land and identity, and a poignant exploration of the corrosive effects of greed.

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The Stain

A gripping tale spanning continents, weaving between Boston, Ireland, London and Pakistan. At its heart are two successful international businessmen – Anthony Castelletto from America and Jack Sommers from Ireland – whose lives take unforeseen and dramatic turns leading to profound consequences for themselves and their families.

Random chance or destined fate?

The Stain is a riveting exploration of love, loyalty, and the unpredictable nature of life itself.

A must-read for fiction readers and fans of relationship drama, this story will keep you hooked to the very end.

About the Author

Denis Cronin is an acclaimed writer with a deep-rooted connection to Irish heritage and history and a passion for storytelling. He lives in the St. Luke’s area of Cork City with his wife, Mags. They have four adult children and a sprinkling of grandkids.

He worked for many years in international business but changed direction as he turned sixty and has since been exploring the world of art, music, languages, and, of course, writing. Reading has been a constant pleasure in his life, particularly Irish and European history.

Though he has previously written short stories and poetry, his first novel The Stain was published in 2022 and was very well received. His second novel, Of Land & Greed, published in 2025 is a gripping historical fiction set in the rugged hills of West Cork, Ireland, at the turn of the 1900s and is receiving very positive reviews.