Dark Ages

by John Pritchard

9th-century sect returns to haunt the land and protect it from invasion. Magic, time travel, King Athelstan, modern Britain, love, sacrifice, blood and horror - a gripping, unputdownable read.

Genres: Fantasy, Science Fiction Fantasy

756 pages, Paperback

First published October 5, 1998

About the author

Born in 1964 in Wales. His NHS career began with a summer job as a Casualty receptionist in his local hospital, after which eye-opening introduction he worked in administration and patient services. He is currently working in a medical unit in one of the hospitals in the south of England.

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Reviews

[Kay · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was very different to alot of the fantasy i had been reading at the time and its worth reading simply for that aspect. Its well written and as harsh about the good guys as the bad and was a book that really gripped me from start to finish.

Id definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to try something a little different fantasy-wise :)

[Pauline Meinung · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. I’ve read it so many times that it is literally falling apart. I’m a history nut for a start off but its setting in a summery south of England adds to its charm. Give me Glastonbury and it’s a no-brainer treat for all seasons. And to think I’ve never remembered the name of the author or searched for other offerings until today! I can only say one thing against it. And maybe it’s not an issue but may contain a reason for my lack of interest in finding another book of Pritchard’s. I don’t like the main character. In fact I find her quite ridiculously vapid. I know that’s how she’s supposed to be but I’m not sure he gets women right. Anyone else know what I mean? Still love the book though!

[Suzanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hard going in places but the story is attention grabbing. I read it some time ago but it has creepy surroundings, odd happenings and unexpected events.