Sean and ‘Himself’

Book excerpt: Sean OReilly is a wee Irishman who loves just three thingssleeping, two Irish ?ngers of liquid refreshment, and telling tales about the adventures of Sean and Himself, an eight-inch-tall leprechaun with an infectious grin and amicable nature that hide his cunning and crafty side. After Sean captures Himself, he soon realizes he just needs one thing to make his life completethe pot of gold the tiny leprechaun possesses. Like Sean, Himself loves to natter over times that were, are, and have yet to be, but of all the wee folk, Himself is the most industrious as he toils making fairy shoes. The gold he receives is stored in a large crocka vessel that every mortal is after, including Sean. For centuries, mankind has coveted the gold, and each time, Himself has bested the mortal men. Known for his sneaky ways and vivid imagination, Himself is not about to give up easily and will ?ght tooth and nail to keep his treasure. As Sean and Himself embark on one unforgettable journey after another, a friendship between two adversaries comes alive, bringing each more joy than they ever could have imagined.