Sanctuary: The True Story of an Irish Village, a Man Who Lost His Way, and the Rescue Donkeys That Led Him Home

**Sanctuary: A Tale of Redemption with Donkeys**

For decades, his family rescued lost and forgotten donkeys in the Irish countryside. He had no idea that one day, the donkeys would rescue him.

Patrick Barrett grew up on the back of a donkey in the small village of Liscarroll. His family ran a sanctuary for abandoned and abused donkeys, where Patrick found solace and acceptance amid these funny, fuzzy, and touching animals. It was like magic; he understood them, communicated through their body language, and learned to "speak" in their distinctive calls. Patrick became a true “donkey whisperer.”

But life took a different turn when Patrick joined the Irish Army and faced the horrors of wartime in Lebanon and Kosovo. The aftermath left him shattered, battling PTSD and addictions. He felt lost and beyond rescue—until he returned home to the sanctuary of his donkeys.

*Sanctuary* is the remarkable true story of how faith transformed Patrick's life, with the unconditional love of rescue animals at its core. It’s a testament to overcoming despair, a beacon of hope, and a journey through the stunning landscapes of Ireland like never before seen.