The Man From U.N.D.E.A.D.'s St. Patrick's Day Parade

The Man from U.N.D.E.A.D.

by Darren Humphries

The United Nations Department for the Enforcement and Apprehension of Demons is the first, last and only line of defence against the supernatural threats trying to break into a world where magic and technology are uneasy bedfellows.

A death brings Agent Ward, the Man From U.N.D.E.A.D., to Ireland and to a secret location where there are dangers without and secrets within.

Can Ward work out the latter before a veritable parade of demonic beings launch a full-scale attack?

The Man From U.N.D.E.A.D.'s St Patrick's Day Parade is a short story featuring Agent Ward from the Man From U.N.D.E.A.D. series of novels.

Genres: Urban Fantasy

44 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 12, 2013

About the author

I am English and recently bade a fond farewell to my forties. I have been writing stories since school when I won a parker pen for being shortlisted in a national schools writing competition.

My particular genre of choice wanders around all over the place, but has mainly settled into humorous fantasy and science fiction (or at least I think they're humorous and some people who have kindly left reviews seem to agree).

During any spare time (of which there isn't much since I'm recently widowed and dealing with two children) I edit a website focussed on science fiction television at www.scififreaksite.com and a similar blog on the side.

I then try to cram in a few books on my kindle to read.

Reviews

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent short story in this series as always. If I have a complaint (minor) it is that Agent Ward is so perfect. He solves every problem with ease, seems to know everything, and rarely makes any mistakes. It takes some of the suspense away from any situation he finds himself in since you know he will solve any problem without difficulty.

[Declan Nash · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good yarn

Very enjoyable reading. Like the references to Irish folklore and mythology. Wished the story would have been longer! Another good story from Darren.

[Kath Middleton · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another short, seasonal offering from Agent Ward, the man from UNDEAD. He is dispatched by the agency to County Clare, Ireland, to look into the appearance of a banshee which is thought to have caused the death of an elderly lady . His arrival at Ard na Mara, a top secret establishment, in an agency helicopter so put me in mind of the opening sequence of Father Ted and it set the scene for the usual clever, witty irony that characterises this series of stories. Ward gets to grips with the case and finds out why Ireland's mythical creatures are all congregating here - and who is behind it all.

These stories are always a delight, always well written and always warm and gently funny. I enjoy them a great deal.

[Geoff (G. Robbins) (merda constat variat altitudo) · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great little short story.

I love Darren Humphries short stories based around his U.N.D.E.A.D street agent character – Ward. This is the third I have now read and each is a little nugget.

As the name implies, this episode is based in Ireland. Agent Ward has been sent to investigate the untimely death of a woman working in a secret laboratory in unusual circumstances. Ward uncovers a mystery project that appears to go against all UN rules.

Humphries lets the plot develop very well whilst allowing a sharp wit to make the story humorously entertaining.

[Jud · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again, Darren Humphries has written a must read gem of a short story for the U.N.D.E.A.D. series.

Agent Ward is sent to Ireland on his most top secret mission yet; demons are attacking a secure research facility hidden away off the beaten track. It is Ward’s job to find out what is really going on and to put a stop to it. A wonderfully witty story without a leprechaun in sight, kudos for staying away from the obvious stereotypes!

[Rosemary (grooving with the Picts) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is yet another very enjoyable addition to the Man From UNDEAD series. It contains the now familiar elements of scary monsters and mad science, mixed with a don't-stop-for-breath storyline and a good dash of humour. Recommended.

[Patti (baconater) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another wonderfully written adventure featuring one of my favourite characters, this time set in Ireland.

Humour abounds but, as in all of the UNDEAD stories, deeper meaning is evident as well.

A must read.

[Mago (Mark) · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent short (just the right size for my bus journey).
It is the first of the UNDEAD stories I've read, so I'm obviously missing some background info, but it won't be the last I read.