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GREG BORGARTZ
5.0 out of 5 stars A Fun Read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 4 June 2021
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Although some of the plot points can seem slightly contrived Edward Marston's books are never less than enjoyable. I generally read them at least twice and they are a real race through the time of The Conqueror. I think the background detail is good - certainly in respect of how easily, or otherwise, various cities fell to the Norman march - but it doesn't overwhelm the narrative. It is interesting to note how the landscape and wildlife was so very different in 1086 from today.
The characters can seem a bit modern at times with their areas of concern but it is a small thing.
I have yet to pick up one of Mr Marston's books that I haven't enjoyed.
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Stephen McAndrews
5.0 out of 5 stars Strong contributor to the series.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 2 June 2022
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Strongly written contribution to the series by a author of proven ability in the field of historical crime. Great story, good plotting and characters within the set time period, enjoyable local detail for this near-Exeter resident. Will be chasing up others in the series. Item arrived in good time, excellent condition and within approporiate packaging.
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ferryhillbilly
4.0 out of 5 stars Ok ish
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 9 October 2021
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Ok but not as good as others in the series.
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DW
4.0 out of 5 stars Worth reading
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 22 July 2021
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As ever a good read
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Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars This series continues with aplomb
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 May 2021
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This is another brilliant story to continue the series. The plot has the royal commissioners having to Rangel another set of mysteries before they can complete their task of solving more land disputes.
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Mrs J Stevenson
4.0 out of 5 stars good plot
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 16 November 2013
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A good plot. It was one of the first by Edward Marston. I do like his easy to read style with emphasis on the characters. I also like the fact that he sets each story in a different county so If you know the area you know where you are. If not you can learn and when passing through or at the place you can envisage the characters being there.
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dslrman
5.0 out of 5 stars Great adventures in early Norman England
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 15 October 2021
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I have read all of his Doomsday books & enjoyed them.
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Cymro
4.0 out of 5 stars A FINE TALE FROM THE DOOMSDAY SERIES
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 14 December 2012
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Being an avid Edward Marston fan I really enjoyed this book and I am sure that historical novels fans will think the same. There is just one reservation - the Doomsday series of books do have a similar thread to the stories and that is why I award it four stars. However, this should not detract from an excellent tale which you won't want to put down.
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Retired Person
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on 2 March 2015
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Loved this book.
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Pam
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on 28 November 2014
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Great deal
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