A review by l0rdtim865
1356 by Bernard Cornwell
adventurous
dark
informative
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I have enjoyed this book. I have finished it in 3 days and I am not a fast reader! The battle scenes are amazing and give that real sense of medieval warfare.
The only reason I haven't given this a 5* is because at times the story moves so fast you lose sight of some of the supporting characters who suddenly have huge moments in the story that didn't really have a build up to.
The author has yet again managed to convey the drama within a medieval setting without the feeling of overreaching.
Whilst you could read this book as a standalone it is best enjoy after reading the previous books in the series.
The only reason I haven't given this a 5* is because at times the story moves so fast you lose sight of some of the supporting characters who suddenly have huge moments in the story that didn't really have a build up to.
The author has yet again managed to convey the drama within a medieval setting without the feeling of overreaching.
Whilst you could read this book as a standalone it is best enjoy after reading the previous books in the series.