The Fireside

This is one of the best trilogies, or series,  that I have ever read. What is begun in "The Winter King" carries through "Enemy of God" and concludes here. Each book is divided into 'parts' (usually 3 or 4 per book) and serves as a nice 'breaking point' in the narrative. So, this could have one HUGE book, or about 10-12 much much smaller ones. Nothing ever 'wavers' throughout all 3 books. The conclusion...well, it's not terrible, but it's a 'we get there before we realize it' type scenario. Enough is wrapped up to satisfy, enough left open to ponder. As ever, with books 1 and 2, read the Author's Note at the end of each book for additional context or commentary from Cornwell himself.  I can safely recommend this trilogy to any and all who like historical fiction, or even fantasy. This 3rd and final book is a great and worthy follow up to "Enemy of God" (which in itself was a grea...

This book definitely lives up to, and continues, the standard of quality established by the previous installment. It doesn't "feel" different, in that some sequels, or continuations do, from its predecessor. Includes a few unique and interesting takes on the Arthur saga, as well as elements about it. One thing in common with other, and traditional, Arthur tales: it features romance, heroism, and tragedy. Also includes an Author's Note once the story-portion of the book concludes, found at the back of the book. 5/5