'Roger wore his collar of golden Yorkist suns to show that he was one of the King's knights, ludicrous piked shoes to show that he was fashionable,...
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Dec 31, 2008
Barb
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Very amusing, I found myself laughing out loud several times. This is one of those books that can't be compared to serious historical fiction, it's in a different category. This is funny and silly, while at the same time obviously has the historical facts all in order. It should be read after the serious stuff otherwise you won't get as much of the humor.
It says in the 'About the Author' that Brian Wainwright is working on a book about Richard III, Francis Lovel and the Mowbray fa More...
It says in the 'About the Author' that Brian Wainwright is working on a book about Richard III, Francis Lovel and the Mowbray fa More...
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Jan 10, 2010
Jenny
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Rating: 4.5 out of 5 Stars
If you're looking for a little levity, you can't go wrong in spending an afternoon with Alianore, who is not your typical 15th century waiting woman - she's a saucy, savvy, sexy little spy for her cousin, King Edward IV, employed in the household of her other cousin, Richard, Duke of Gloucester. At times she is biased and unreliable - she's got some fanciful stories about certain events that take place during Richard's reign - but she's always entertaining. More...
If you're looking for a little levity, you can't go wrong in spending an afternoon with Alianore, who is not your typical 15th century waiting woman - she's a saucy, savvy, sexy little spy for her cousin, King Edward IV, employed in the household of her other cousin, Richard, Duke of Gloucester. At times she is biased and unreliable - she's got some fanciful stories about certain events that take place during Richard's reign - but she's always entertaining. More...
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Dec 17, 2009
Darkpool
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Ah!! So many laughs! So many good jokes. I laughed until I hurt. Wainwright writes with an easy and confident style, obviously very familiar with this period.
even those not so familiar with the intricacies of 15th century politics will find much to smile about. Genius.
even those not so familiar with the intricacies of 15th century politics will find much to smile about. Genius.
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Oct 14, 2009
Misfit
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I don't know how I missed putting this gem on my bookshelf here at GR :)
What a hysterical send up of historical fiction. Mel Brooks couldn't have done better. I was laughing through every page, the author's toungue must have been firmly planted in his cheek the entire time. Hard to believe this is the same person who wrote the ever so serious (and brilliant!) Within The Fetterlock.
However, I would recommend that you have a passing knowledge of the Wars of the Roses, Edwa More...
What a hysterical send up of historical fiction. Mel Brooks couldn't have done better. I was laughing through every page, the author's toungue must have been firmly planted in his cheek the entire time. Hard to believe this is the same person who wrote the ever so serious (and brilliant!) Within The Fetterlock.
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Feb 08, 2012
Kathleen
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"The Adventures of Alianore" is, from my reading experience, an unusual historical novel. The setting of the novel is during the reign of Edward IV to the death of Richard III. Despite this setting, much of the dialogue uses current "lingo." For example, "You ain't just whistling Greensleeves, honey, I nodded. Let's hit the trail, before Tudor and his bunch of oiks start knocking on the door." I did not find the language distracting, rather it add to the novel.
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Sep 20, 2010
Cel
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Once you realise that the book is very much tongue in cheek and a way to allow someone to supply information from different parts of the country and different events, and get past some of the anachronism of modern language you can really enjoy it. So it took a while to get used to the style and to enjoy it, and then once I did, I so very much enjoyed it.
Oct 29, 2009
MAP
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A very fun read! I would definitely recommend knowing the history behind the story (Edward IV, Richard III) before picking up this book, but if you're like me and you've been satiated by all the serious, philosophical biographies and pieces of historical fiction about this era, this book is great way to shake things up while still being a part of your Richard III collection.
Dec 26, 2011
Mimi
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An absolutely delightful, laugh-out loud romp through the 15th Century. For Historical Fiction lovers, highly recommended
Sep 01, 2010
Sara
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What a fun, delightful romp! I agree that it is best to know some history on the Wars of the Roses and the cast of characters surrounding Edward IV/Richard III/Henry VII to enjoy the jokes. Laugh out loud funny and very enjoyable.
May 14, 2011
Jemidar
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Despite being pro R3, this little gem is clever, funny and highly entertaining particularly if you know your Wars of the Roses. It gives wonderful explanations for all those unanswered historical questions and affectionately spoofs current WofR historical fiction trends. Loved it!!
Feb 22, 2009
Ikonopeiston
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A delight. It helps to have a general feel for the tangled politics of the period.
I had quite forgotten about the extensive collection of epithets Alianor had for Henry Tydder. It rivals my own.
I had quite forgotten about the extensive collection of epithets Alianor had for Henry Tydder. It rivals my own.
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Mar 06, 2010
Jacinta
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Funniest thing I have read since the scandal of Prince William's receding hairline being photoshopped.
Loved it, laughed all the way through.
Loved it, laughed all the way through.
Aug 29, 2008
Jenny
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Loved this book! An historical mystery spoof, featuring King Richard the Third.
Very witty, and historically accurate!
Very witty, and historically accurate!
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Oct 07, 2011
Brian
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Just the best book I read in 2010. Can't wait to go and read it again. A real gem.
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