Currently on Special

What the Critics Say I GOT LOST IN A BOOK “I thought this story was wonderfully narrated. At times it felt like I was watching a movie rather than reading a book.” “I think this book would certainly appeal to those who like historical crime fiction. It was certainly a good read and one IContinue reading “Currently on Special”

Book Launch Today: Anvil

Anvil — the grand finale to The Iron Between trilogy. It’s the year CE 77. Vespasian names Agricola as governor of Britannia. Upon his arrival, Agricola learns of an Ordovician assault orchestrated by his nemesis, Luchar. A cavalry outpost lies in ruins, and the sons of Rome’s senators have been mercilessly slaughtered. Memories of a similar tragedy flood Agricola’s thoughts,Continue reading “Book Launch Today: Anvil”

Krondor: The Betrayal

I used to love Feist’s fantasy novels. When I read Magician in the early eighties, I found it thoroughly enjoyable. It remains one of my favourite fantasy novels, along with the rest of the Riftwar Saga books and the Empire Saga, co-authored by Janny Wurts. I was expecting something similar from Krondor: The Betrayal. However,Continue reading “Krondor: The Betrayal”

The Maiden of Florence — Katherine Mezzacappa

The author sets the stage in Renaissance Florence in 1584, where a poignant question looms over Prince Vincenzo Gonzaga of Mantua’s virility. In a bid to secure his marriage into the Medici family, Gonzaga is compelled to prove his ability to father children. In a twist of Medici infamy, an orphan girl, Giulia, is chosenContinue reading “The Maiden of Florence — Katherine Mezzacappa”

The Silver Eagle — Book Review

In a nutshell, this series will probably appeal to readers who are looking for light entertainment rather than any serious Ancient Roman-based fiction. I read the first book in the Forgotten Legion trilogy by Ben Kane. I probably wouldn’t have bothered with the second book, except I bought all three on special offer from aContinue reading “The Silver Eagle — Book Review”