My great grandfather had a general store in Rye CO (just south of Pueblo) in the late 1800's, so this book caught my eye. Some of the writing is solid...moreMy great grandfather had a general store in Rye CO (just south of Pueblo) in the late 1800's, so this book caught my eye. Some of the writing is solid; however, overall, this isn't a book I can recommend.(less)
This is my second Bernard Cornwell novel and I'm hooked. The setting is Northumbria, England, in the year 866. Uhtred, the son of an Earl becomes an o...moreThis is my second Bernard Cornwell novel and I'm hooked. The setting is Northumbria, England, in the year 866. Uhtred, the son of an Earl becomes an orphan at ten and is captured and adopted by Ragnar the Dane. Excellent plot and characters; his historical fiction is interesting and fascinating. A wonderful read. (less)
This novel is the sequel to "The Last Kingdom" continuing the story of Uhtred and King Alfred's battle for England with the Danes. This is my third Be...moreThis novel is the sequel to "The Last Kingdom" continuing the story of Uhtred and King Alfred's battle for England with the Danes. This is my third Bernard Cornwell novel and I'm hooked. Thoroughly engaging; highly recommended.(less)