The Other of One - Book One: The Lythiann Chronicles
Coming of AgeAdded on January 14, 2026
Description
Told in true Seanchaí fashion, The Other of One is an Irish fantasy about a boy named William Muldoon who is summoned to a mythical world underground. The wondrous realm of Lythiann.There he meets a community of Imps who are seeking refuge from a Wrythunn most foul, Drevol Briggun.Being the reincarnation of the only other Wrythunn in existence who has the potential to confront Briggun's power, it is up to William to assassinate him. For not only is Lythiann under threat, but his own world is too...
Reader Reviews
The Other Of One is the first part of a new fantasy series from Irish debut author Brian G. Burke suitable for middle grade / early teens upwards. Set in Ireland, it tells the story of a young boy William Muldoon who finds himself unwittingly transported to a magical underground world, populated by all manner of strange and wonderful creatures called the Dwelvin Mites. He soon learns that his presence there is no coincidence and that he has been chosen to help them fight against an evil superna
The Other of One is an Irish folktale at first glance. The characters are traditional Irish lore. As the story progressed, many other cultures are deftly entwined in the story. The characters and the landscape are so detailed that I could almost feel the warmth of the first sunrise in Lythiann. Or smell the faint pine aroma in Grollo Halls. The journey of William to his final destination is not a straight journey and several unique friendship develop. I will venture to say I am looking forward
I had just finished re-reading The Hobbit when a friend suggested i read The Other Of One by Brian G Burke.I read it on my Kindle and enjoyed the book so much that i contacted the author and bought it in paperback.It's a fantastic read set in the West of Ireland.Great story telling you just get caught up in the story and it was hard to put down.I enjoyed it so much and just finished book two.
