The Case of the Secret Signal by Brian Gallagher
Ireland, 1911: A secret signal flashes in the night …It’s an SOS. Is someone being held prisoner?Friends Tim, Deirdre and Joe set out to investigate. What starts as a diversion while on holiday in Carlingford quickly spirals into a dangerous adventure.
Can they solve the case before it’s too late? And who can they trust?
Ireland, 1911: A secret signal flashes in the night …It’s an SOS. Is someone being held prisoner?Friends Tim, Deirdre and Joe set out to investigate. What starts as a diversion while on holiday in Carlingford quickly spirals into a dangerous adventure.
Can they solve the case before it’s too late? And who can they trust?
Ireland, 1911: A secret signal flashes in the night …It’s an SOS. Is someone being held prisoner?Friends Tim, Deirdre and Joe set out to investigate. What starts as a diversion while on holiday in Carlingford quickly spirals into a dangerous adventure.
Can they solve the case before it’s too late? And who can they trust?
About the Author
BRIAN GALLAGHER was born in Dublin. He is a full-time writer whose plays and short stories have been produced in Ireland, Britain and Canada. He has worked extensively in radio and television, writing many dramas and documentaries.
Brian is the author of four adult novels, and his other books of historical fiction for young readers are Winds of Change set against the backdrop of Land League agitation, evictions and boycotting in 1880's Ireland; One Good Turn and Friend or Foe – both set in Dublin in 1916; Stormclouds, which takes place in Northern Ireland during the turbulent summer of 1969; Secrets and Shadows, a spy novel that begins with the North Strand bombings during the Second World War; Taking Sides, about the Irish Civil War; Across the Divide, set during the 1913 Lockout; Arrivals, a time-slip novel set between modern and early-twentieth-century Ontario, and Pawns, set during Ireland’s War of Independence. Brian lives with his family in Dublin.
Find out more about Brian's books at briangallagherwriter.com
Praise for The Secret Signal
“an exciting mystery novel for young readers, full of adventure, friendship, and clever detective work. Gallagher does a fantastic job of building suspense while keeping the story fun and engaging. The book is filled with short, punchy chapters that make it easy for young readers to stay hooked. The dialogue is natural, and the characters are relatable, making it a perfect choice for children who enjoy stories about teamwork and adventure. One of the standout features of the story is how it encourages critical thinking. Young readers will enjoy piecing together the clues alongside the characters, making them feel like real detectives. Overall, this book is a great pick for children aged 8–12 who love mysteries. It’s a fun, well-paced read with just the right mix of excitement and problem-solving. Highly recommended for young sleuths – You will feel like a Sherlock Holmes in the making!”
- Children’s Books Ireland
Fast paced and with engaging characters, The Case of the Secret Signal is very hard to put down. The flow of Brian Gallagher’s writing puts both the characters and the reader through their paces as the mystery deepens and a sense of peril takes over. For those who love old-fashioned adventure stories, this is definitely the book for you! A huge thumbs-up from us here at TPP!”
- The Primary Planet
Publisher: The O’Brien Press
Date Published: 3 March 2025
Paperback, 256 pgs.
ISBN: 9781788495219
