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A review by bristoni74
Bloodline by Conn Iggulden
4.0
Even knowing the outcomes of this period of time, this novel is so engaging and well-written that I wanted to keep reading just wondering if things might have turned out differently! The first part deals with the Battle of Towton between the Lancastrian army led by Margaret of Anjou and the Yorkist army led by Edward and Richard Neville. I found this the weakest part of the novel (hence not quite 5 stars for me). But I really enjoyed the 2nd part of the novel with Edward IV, his wife (commoner) Elizabeth Woodville, her extended family and the Neville's.
I did feel sympathy for Richard Neville (the Kingmaker) as his friendship with Edward deteriorated, and his family also suffers with titles stripped from them. I can understand why such a loyal man felt he had been betrayed by Edward (and the Woodville's). I look forward to reading the final installment.
I did feel sympathy for Richard Neville (the Kingmaker) as his friendship with Edward deteriorated, and his family also suffers with titles stripped from them. I can understand why such a loyal man felt he had been betrayed by Edward (and the Woodville's). I look forward to reading the final installment.