Have not finished the book yet but already proving to be a compelling read. The author (recently passed away) has created some notable characters in a time in history he clearly has studied well. In addition to enjoying the story I have learnt much about the time of Henry VIII and Cromwell. The book itself is a reasonable quality and at a very good price was great value.
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Although the author had good recommendations, I didn't rate his style. Its a sort of "history" book novel, but unless you are a lover of history, its not for you! I have read hundreds of novels and non-fiction books in my life and this was one of the least satisfying.
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I didn't think that historical novels would ever be for me - until I read this . It's brilliant. Wonderfully well written, so atmospheric. I enjoyed it tremendously. I shall now be reading the others in the Shardlake Series.
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Top of his game,this author certainly knows his history and puts His own characters into the middle of true events.brilliant
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This is one of the best books I have read in a long time. Very compelling and excellent characters. So good I have since read 4 of the existing 6 in the incomplete series. I am now reading book 5. Definately recommended.
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I actually started with this series back to front by reading first "Sovereign" which is also an excellent recount of the Tudor fracas, I thought that I may be disappointed after this third book of the series but actually "Dissolution" was even better.
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I have read all but one of the Shardlake series and I bought this as a gift for someone. The series is a fantastic read. The storylines are compelling, complex and very well woven into the history of the time. But the 'small mans' history of these cruel and turbulant times times of great times, as well as the great political upheavals are vibrant and alive. These books are very well researched and considered.
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This is the first of a series of books featuring Matthew Shardlake. The stories are compelling and difficult to put down once started. I have previously read Dissolution about 8 years ago but look forward to re-reading it again.
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Good book for hubby to keep him occupied didnt think he would like the series of books but has throughly got into them and cant stop reading now😊😊
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