C.S. O'Donnell

Historical family saga

C.S. O'Donnell

Author | Educator | Photographer

Writing a historical family saga rooted in the O'Donnell clan of Donegal, Ireland.
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The O'Donnell Saga

A chronicle in six books

The O'Donnell Saga

A six-book historical family saga

The O'Donnell Saga is a planned six-book historical family saga set against the rugged landscape, loyalties, and legacy of sixteenth-century Donegal. Rooted in family heritage and historical curiosity, the series follows the O'Donnell clan through a world shaped by kinship, endurance, land, and memory.

The Books

The planned series

The O'Donnell Saga follows a family story shaped by Donegal, kinship, endurance, and memory.

The O'Donnell SagaThe O'Donnell Saga: Book One

Featured book

Book IAvailable now

The O'Donnell Saga: Book One

The O'Donnell Saga, Book 1

The first book in C.S. O'Donnell's planned six-book historical family saga.

Available digitally. Print edition planned.

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The O'Donnell SagaThe O'Donnell Saga: Book Two
Book IIIn progress

The O'Donnell Saga: Book Two

The O'Donnell Saga, Book 2

A future chapter in the planned six-book family saga.

In development.

The O'Donnell SagaThe O'Donnell Saga: Book Three
Book IIIIn progress

The O'Donnell Saga: Book Three

The O'Donnell Saga, Book 3

A future chapter in the planned six-book family saga.

In development.

The O'Donnell SagaWild Winds and Unbreakable Bonds
Book IV

Wild Winds and Unbreakable Bonds

The O'Donnell Saga, Book 4

A later chapter in the O'Donnell family saga, following the bonds and burdens carried across generations.

In development.

The O'Donnell SagaThe O'Donnell Saga: Book Five
Book VIn progress

The O'Donnell Saga: Book Five

The O'Donnell Saga, Book 5

A future chapter in the planned six-book family saga.

In development.

The O'Donnell SagaThe O'Donnell Saga: Book Six
Book VIIn progress

The O'Donnell Saga: Book Six

The O'Donnell Saga, Book 6

A future chapter in the planned six-book family saga.

In development.

About

Author, educator, reader, and photographer

C.S. O'Donnell is a retired educator and emerging author whose love of historical books began as a teenager. Years of reading, travel, photography, and family interest eventually led her to write her own historical family saga inspired by the O'Donnell clan of Donegal, Ireland. Her work brings together storytelling, research, heritage, and a deep appreciation for the places that preserve memory.

Photography

Places that preserve memory

Connie's photography reflects the same curiosity that shapes her writing: landscapes, castles, coastlines, historic sites, and quiet details gathered through travel.

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Creative Work

Studio notes

Beyond writing and photography, Connie keeps a small creative practice rooted in handmade work, visual details, and personal expression.

Studio Notes

A quiet place for handmade pieces, visual details, and other creative work Connie chooses to share.

Author Notes

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June 17, 2026

Welcome

A short note introducing C.S. O'Donnell's books, photography, and author updates.

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