This book investigates the intertwined histories of the Church and ruling dynasties on the Island of St Patrick in Fingal and Meath between 400 and 1148 AD. It examines the political and religious landscape of early medieval Ireland, focusing on how ecclesiastical institutions and secular power structures influenced each other. The work draws upon archaeological evidence and historical records to reconstruct the social and political dynamics of the period, detailing the rise and fall of key families and their relationship with the Church.

This scholarly work is likely to be regarded as a significant contribution to the study of early medieval Irish history and archaeology. Its focus on the specific region of Fingal and Meath, combined with an in-depth analysis of the interplay between ecclesiastical and dynastic power, suggests a text of considerable academic merit. The chronological scope, from the 5th to the 12th century, indicates a comprehensive treatment of the subject matter, appealing to specialists in the field.