A Storytelling Spell Well Cast.
Rich with druidic rituals, ancient curses, and mythical beings, ‘The Day for You, The Night for Me’ by N. Sherry is a hauntingly beautiful blend of Irish folklore fiction and fantasy that dives deep into generational trauma shaped by old-world magic and dark supernatural bargains. It explores the burdens passed through generations, where fairies, druids, and destiny shape the lives of one fated family.
It all began with a promise — one that should never have been made. Generations later, the McCarthys are still paying the price. The story follows the McCarthy family, especially Joe McCarthy and his son Tom, as they grapple with a curse that binds their bloodline to a promise made with fairies — the sacrifice of each firstborn son. Joe, a Druid, once gave up his own son, and Tom, years later, is haunted by the loss of his wife Maggie and the mysterious disappearance of their newborn, taken by a fairy midwife. Tom’s grandson, Mochien, unaware of the family’s cursed legacy, is newly married to Kate. As their wedding unfolds, secrets rise from the shadows. Intertwined with this central plot is the tragic backstory of Kate’s father, Dan, who also bears the scars of loss.
N. Sherry’s prose is poetic and immersive, laced with evocative reflections on nature, tradition, and family. She paints rural Ireland with warmth and precision, while threading a quiet, eerie suspense through layers of folklore. The characters are emotionally rich and deeply human, shaped by loss, duty, and the weight of inherited choices. The pacing moves gracefully between memory and revelation, giving the reader time to absorb the consequences of each act.
‘The Day for You, The Night for Me’ is a tender yet tragic tale about love, sacrifice, and the price of forgotten promises — beautifully told and emotionally unforgettable. If you enjoy Celtic mythology, emotionally driven plots, and stories where old magic clashes with human choices, this 5-star read is not to be missed.
