What does a young boy do when he discovers that his father is involved in the IRA? How does a Catholic child manage to fit in at a Protestant school in Northern Ireland? Is it possible to have a run-in with the Lone Ranger and Tonto while metal detecting in the 21st century Irish countryside?From the small towns and byways of rural Northern Ireland, this anthology of short stories from renowned Irish author Jack Scoltock provides a rare glimpse into everyday life in the midst of religious and political strife. From coping with family members in the IRA to the trials of Catholic children attending Protestant schools, these stories reveal the complexities of modern living with a deft and insightful eye—and just a touch of Irish whimsy.