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Master of War #6
Cross of Fire
The Hundred Years War still rages on and the French army thirsts for Thomas Blackstone's blood.
Blackstone battles to strengthen Edwards III's claim to the throne and confronts the might of the French army.
But, when his friend turns assassin, Blackstone is faced with an impossible choice: to save the English prince or sacrifice his son. Will he abandon his sworn oath to protect the future King of England? Or will he protect his family at the cost of the nation?
464 pages, Paperback
First published February 6, 2020
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David Gilman
48 books413 followersDavid Gilman was raised in Liverpool and educated in Wales. By the time he was 16 he was driving a battered 1946 Ford, ferrying construction workers in the African bush. A variety of jobs followed in different countries: fire and rescue, forestry work, JCB driver, window dresser and professional photographer in an advertising agency. He served in the Parachute Regiment’s Reconnaissance Platoon and then worked in publishing. In 1986 he turned to full-time writing. He has written many radio and television scripts including several years of ‘A Touch of Frost’. In 2007 his ‘Danger Zone’ trilogy for YA was sold in 15 countries. The first in the series – The Devil’s Breath was long listed for the CILIP Carnegie Medal and won the French Prix Polar Jeunesse. He also writes for younger children. MONKEY and ME has been nominated for the Carnegie Medal. ‘MASTER of WAR’ is the first in a series of HF for adults that follows the fortunes of Thomas Blackstone during the 100 Years’ War. The 7th volume - 'SHADOW OF THE HAWK' is published in February 2021.
A new contemporary thriller series - THE ENGLISHMAN - was published in 2020 to critical acclaim. The second book in The Englishman series will be published in early 2022.
A new contemporary thriller series - THE ENGLISHMAN - was published in 2020 to critical acclaim. The second book in The Englishman series will be published in early 2022.
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August 29, 2023
Easily one of my favorite series.. ever. Well written, plot driven and exciting. The characters grow on you making them easily my favorite part. Each edition includes interesting historical details taking this reader to a time and place beyond my imagination. With one more to go in the series, I’m a bit nostalgic about it ending. Nothing I can say will do it justice.
If you like Christian Cameron, Adrian Goldsworthy or Bernard Cornwell, James Clavell, Mary Renault, Ben Kane or Conn Iggulden you wouldn’t be disappointed picking up this series.
If you like Christian Cameron, Adrian Goldsworthy or Bernard Cornwell, James Clavell, Mary Renault, Ben Kane or Conn Iggulden you wouldn’t be disappointed picking up this series.
March 29, 2020
The Hundred Years War have me captivated for years, and it is always a pleasure to read an installment of Master of War. I love Thomas Blackstone, with his adventures or misadventures I should say. His admirable loyalty to his King and to deliver justice to everyone involve, even if it meant a danger to himself or his only son. This is an incredible and engrossing tale, another well written novel by David Gilman.
December 17, 2020
Another entertaining, well-written and action-packed outing for Sir Thomas Blackstone and his company of archers. I was very pleased to see more time spent on Thomas's son Henry as they continue to battle evil - and the French - across Aquitaine during the Hundred Years War. I have to admit, though, that this series might have travelled as far as it can for me and, after six books, I might leave it here. It's a good book but I don't think it adds anything to what has gone before, except for Henry getting more time on the page. I listened to the audiobook, which is very well narrated, although the French accents were a bit much! Review to follow shortly on For Winter Nights.
April 18, 2021
Let's ride with the Master of War.
Once again Blackstone has to fight one conflict after another an a war to reach his Prince. Blackstone son also has to fight for his life. Thomas comes close to death not once but twice an loses his men along there journey.
Another heart pounding ride through Thomas Blackstone's life. With every thunder of the horse's sod hooves pounding on the winter ground, we get a look see of the conflict with the English an the French. ANOTHER DAMN GOOD READ!!!!!!
Once again Blackstone has to fight one conflict after another an a war to reach his Prince. Blackstone son also has to fight for his life. Thomas comes close to death not once but twice an loses his men along there journey.
Another heart pounding ride through Thomas Blackstone's life. With every thunder of the horse's sod hooves pounding on the winter ground, we get a look see of the conflict with the English an the French. ANOTHER DAMN GOOD READ!!!!!!
July 11, 2020
As I have written before: France during The Hundred Years War suffered complete and total devastation on a scale that modern readers cannot comprehend. When the English and Gascon armies were not ravaging the land on behalf of the English Crown, free companies of routiers were: no one, and nowhere were safe. If you think David Gilman's descriptions of war and chevauchee ( https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevauc... ) are over the top, think again as they are, in fact, quite accurate.
In this book Sir Thomas Blackstone is back in the service of King Edward III of England as his Master of War, and helping to bring Aquitaine under full English control, however, he gets distracted along the way and shews his shrewd tactical abilities in taking towns, castles, preventing assassination and winning battles.
There is more, but to talk about them may take away your pleasure in reading the book as there are some unexpected twists that had me fooled at times.
Buy: read: enjoy,
In this book Sir Thomas Blackstone is back in the service of King Edward III of England as his Master of War, and helping to bring Aquitaine under full English control, however, he gets distracted along the way and shews his shrewd tactical abilities in taking towns, castles, preventing assassination and winning battles.
There is more, but to talk about them may take away your pleasure in reading the book as there are some unexpected twists that had me fooled at times.
Buy: read: enjoy,
September 5, 2020
I know I'm out of step with many other reviewers here (who have given many 4 and 5 star ratings), but I found this book repetitive and shallow. (I know, I know... many other series I am reading are also repetitive and shallow and I gave them five stars!) Firstly, when I put this book down, I was not compelled to pick it back up - I didn't really care what happened. Secondly, the story moved from one fight to the next with tons of bloody, gritty violence. Just like the real 100 Years' War, there seemed to be no start, no middle, no end...just continuous non-stop swordfights and death. I liked the way the author fleshed out the main characters and the interaction between them seemed to be very contemporary. I think because of the predominance of brutal, bloody, hand to hand combat, I will leave the rest of this series unread.
August 6, 2022
I have to say sir Gilbert Killbere has me in stitches, his straight forward talking and sharp wit would make anyone think he was a peasant tavern brawler and not the nobleman he is.
A close second is the "throat cutter" Moulin , this Norman man mountain is hard as nails and always has a word to say about the English archers .
Nearing the end of the series now and it's been a fantastic journey through the middle ages .
A close second is the "throat cutter" Moulin , this Norman man mountain is hard as nails and always has a word to say about the English archers .
Nearing the end of the series now and it's been a fantastic journey through the middle ages .
June 26, 2021
Just keeps on reading great.
June 19, 2020
Amazing journey of fiction entangled with gritty & detailed history
Absolutely love this book & the preceding 5 in the series. Excellently written with fascinating insight into history while following the fictional trails & tribulations of Thomas Blackstone.....raw, brutal, heartfelt & thrilling. Sir Gilbert Killbere is my favourite character though by far....amazingly courageous , rough & ready, but a heart of gold & hilarious sense of humour. This entire series took over all my spare time....David Gilman takes you right back there amongst the thick of it all...please continue with the series
Absolutely love this book & the preceding 5 in the series. Excellently written with fascinating insight into history while following the fictional trails & tribulations of Thomas Blackstone.....raw, brutal, heartfelt & thrilling. Sir Gilbert Killbere is my favourite character though by far....amazingly courageous , rough & ready, but a heart of gold & hilarious sense of humour. This entire series took over all my spare time....David Gilman takes you right back there amongst the thick of it all...please continue with the series
June 2, 2020
An engrossing romp across medieval France!
The 100 year's war was a fascinating period of English history and this book, although fiction, did not disappoint. This was essentially a civil war involving branches of the same Royal family (English and French). Our hero romped across France, killing everyone in his path, doing his duty for the English branch of the family. There were no goodies or badies in this tale, everyone who wanted to survive had to turn themselves into a killing machine.
The 100 year's war was a fascinating period of English history and this book, although fiction, did not disappoint. This was essentially a civil war involving branches of the same Royal family (English and French). Our hero romped across France, killing everyone in his path, doing his duty for the English branch of the family. There were no goodies or badies in this tale, everyone who wanted to survive had to turn themselves into a killing machine.
June 3, 2020
Fantastic and fascinating read
The story of Thomas Blackstone continues, the story is well researched and set out. You would think the story gets slower, but you'd be wrong, it's fast paced, exciting and totally gripping right up to the very last paragraph. The whole series has been great and this book doesn't fail to live up to expectation.
The story of Thomas Blackstone continues, the story is well researched and set out. You would think the story gets slower, but you'd be wrong, it's fast paced, exciting and totally gripping right up to the very last paragraph. The whole series has been great and this book doesn't fail to live up to expectation.
March 12, 2024
Blackstone ganhou mais um "upgrade" após a série de batalhas que enfrentou no último volume para manter o tratado feito entre as coroas da França e da Inglaterra no cessar fogo da guerra. De arqueiro, virou cavaleiro e agora foi nomeado Mestre da Guerra pelo rei e encarregado de servir nos territórios ao sul da França, na região da Aquitânia, que foram cedidos à coroa inglesa no acordo, e cuidar da segurança das terras que serão governadas pelo príncipe inglês e garantir que nenhuma revolta contra a coroa ou ingleses venha do norte em direção ao sul.
Cruzando as terras, Thomas e seus homens se deparam com uma região bem localizada e estratégica para as pretensões do rei, mas que por isso é instável e pode mudar de lado facilmente se não for dominada. Blackstone, vendo semelhanças com o que sua família passou, resolve ajudar a senhora do lugar e seus filhos a escaparem do marido que busca ter o controle sobre as crianças para ter controle sobre a região.
Eles conseguem ser bem sucedidos na missão, mas a mulher desperta desconfiança em Sir Gilbert Kilbere.
Paralelamente, uma morte causada no passado trás novamente cavaleiros querendo vingança contra o inglês. Dessa vez, cavaleiros alemães da Ordem dos Cavaleiros Teutônicos estão atrás do galês ap Madoc, mas a coroa francesa vendo uma mais oportunidade de atacar Blackstone e quem sabe matá-lo, resolver mentir sobre o fato e imputa a culpa pela morte também em Blackstone, que segundo eles, estaria junto com o galês no sul. Os cavaleiros partem então para o sul atrás dos dois.
A história e a escrita do autor têm uma leve evolução se comparados com o último volume da série, porém alguns problemas permanecem. Se agora a trama é mais explorada e não tem tanta enrolação para o que é relevante acontecer (a trama dos cavaleiros teutônicos querendo vingança é resolvida mais brevemente do que eu imaginava e nova trama é criada envolvendo-os, por exemplo), por outro lado persistem os mesmos problemas. A série tem um elenco feminino muito reduzido e bem fraco. Com exceção da Condessa de Harcourt, que apareceu lá no início do série, toda mulher que aparece (uma por livro) vai ter algum envolvimento amoroso com Blackstone, vai levantar suspeitas no grupo e vai ter o destino diretamente ligado ao que acontece com Blackstone.
As batalhas e estratégias continuam boas, mas não tem tanta surpresa quanto ao resultado. O livro inteiro parece um apanhado e mistura de um pouco de tudo o que já aconteceu, sem tantas novidades ou novas soluções.
Gostei da parte final, com reviravoltas acontecendo em dois lugares ao mesmo tempo como parte de um plano maior, apesar das justificativas para o caminhar em um dos lados (em Avignon ser meio decepcionante).
Cruzando as terras, Thomas e seus homens se deparam com uma região bem localizada e estratégica para as pretensões do rei, mas que por isso é instável e pode mudar de lado facilmente se não for dominada. Blackstone, vendo semelhanças com o que sua família passou, resolve ajudar a senhora do lugar e seus filhos a escaparem do marido que busca ter o controle sobre as crianças para ter controle sobre a região.
Eles conseguem ser bem sucedidos na missão, mas a mulher desperta desconfiança em Sir Gilbert Kilbere.
Paralelamente, uma morte causada no passado trás novamente cavaleiros querendo vingança contra o inglês. Dessa vez, cavaleiros alemães da Ordem dos Cavaleiros Teutônicos estão atrás do galês ap Madoc, mas a coroa francesa vendo uma mais oportunidade de atacar Blackstone e quem sabe matá-lo, resolver mentir sobre o fato e imputa a culpa pela morte também em Blackstone, que segundo eles, estaria junto com o galês no sul. Os cavaleiros partem então para o sul atrás dos dois.
A história e a escrita do autor têm uma leve evolução se comparados com o último volume da série, porém alguns problemas permanecem. Se agora a trama é mais explorada e não tem tanta enrolação para o que é relevante acontecer (a trama dos cavaleiros teutônicos querendo vingança é resolvida mais brevemente do que eu imaginava e nova trama é criada envolvendo-os, por exemplo), por outro lado persistem os mesmos problemas. A série tem um elenco feminino muito reduzido e bem fraco. Com exceção da Condessa de Harcourt, que apareceu lá no início do série, toda mulher que aparece (uma por livro) vai ter algum envolvimento amoroso com Blackstone, vai levantar suspeitas no grupo e vai ter o destino diretamente ligado ao que acontece com Blackstone.
As batalhas e estratégias continuam boas, mas não tem tanta surpresa quanto ao resultado. O livro inteiro parece um apanhado e mistura de um pouco de tudo o que já aconteceu, sem tantas novidades ou novas soluções.
Gostei da parte final, com reviravoltas acontecendo em dois lugares ao mesmo tempo como parte de um plano maior, apesar das justificativas para o caminhar em um dos lados (em Avignon ser meio decepcionante).
June 6, 2024
Winter, 1362. After years of successful campaigning in France, Thomas Blackstone, a common archer knighted at Crécy, has rised to become Edward III's Master of War.
But the title is as much a curse as a blessing. Success has brought few rewards: his family – bar his son Henry – are dead, slaughtered; his enemies only multiply. Death, in so many guises, beckons.
As he battles to enforce his King's claim to France's lands, Blackstone will assault an impregnable fortress, he'll become embroiled in a feud between French aristocrats, he'll be forced into pitched battle in the dead of winter... and he'll be asked to pay an impossible price to protect something much more precious to the King than mere land...
All the while, a group of trained killers, burning with vengeance, draw ever-closer.
I read this book last 2 months ago and as i write this book review, I hope i can recall some of the chapters that i like in this book. Gilman's novels are one of the most grim and brutal stories that i have read. High praises for the author. I love every chapter and characters in this book. If i could live in this century, i would live as a mercenary have men like the way Thomas Blackstone had. i admire the way Henry thinks. I find him resourceful, intelligent and brave just like his Father. The plot was good and I really love the fight scenes and battle scenes in this book. Especially the way the author wrote the ambush scene when the teutonic knights were about to ambush Blackstone and but it turned out to be the opposite one. The dialogues are written well and the way the characters curses and their humor.
That's it, I will give this book a 5 stars.
But the title is as much a curse as a blessing. Success has brought few rewards: his family – bar his son Henry – are dead, slaughtered; his enemies only multiply. Death, in so many guises, beckons.
As he battles to enforce his King's claim to France's lands, Blackstone will assault an impregnable fortress, he'll become embroiled in a feud between French aristocrats, he'll be forced into pitched battle in the dead of winter... and he'll be asked to pay an impossible price to protect something much more precious to the King than mere land...
All the while, a group of trained killers, burning with vengeance, draw ever-closer.
I read this book last 2 months ago and as i write this book review, I hope i can recall some of the chapters that i like in this book. Gilman's novels are one of the most grim and brutal stories that i have read. High praises for the author. I love every chapter and characters in this book. If i could live in this century, i would live as a mercenary have men like the way Thomas Blackstone had. i admire the way Henry thinks. I find him resourceful, intelligent and brave just like his Father. The plot was good and I really love the fight scenes and battle scenes in this book. Especially the way the author wrote the ambush scene when the teutonic knights were about to ambush Blackstone and but it turned out to be the opposite one. The dialogues are written well and the way the characters curses and their humor.
That's it, I will give this book a 5 stars.
February 28, 2022
Bernard Cornwell fans will enjoy this tale, set in the winter of 1362. It's number six in a series, but that wasn't a problem for me; the story stands alone well.
Thomas Blackstone is a scarred and experienced warrior who has served in countless campaigns and battles, and is now Master of War for Edward III, taking back lands in France and ensuring that treaties that have been made are still strong. With a group of loyal men and a fifteen-year-old son, Henry, he is inadvertently caught up in the feuds of some french aristocrats.
Gilman's descriptions of various battles, assaults on castles and fortresses is vivid and compelling. He manages to convey the bloodlust and violence without lingering there gratuitously. With double-cross betrayals, protection required for a widow, her daughter and her son, as well as trying to keep his own son safe, Blackstone also has to be alert for a number of men who would love nothing better than claim his own head and a cash reward.
This is a great story with pace, colour and intrigue, characters you will root for as well as some you'll loathe, and it will grip you right until the end.
Thomas Blackstone is a scarred and experienced warrior who has served in countless campaigns and battles, and is now Master of War for Edward III, taking back lands in France and ensuring that treaties that have been made are still strong. With a group of loyal men and a fifteen-year-old son, Henry, he is inadvertently caught up in the feuds of some french aristocrats.
Gilman's descriptions of various battles, assaults on castles and fortresses is vivid and compelling. He manages to convey the bloodlust and violence without lingering there gratuitously. With double-cross betrayals, protection required for a widow, her daughter and her son, as well as trying to keep his own son safe, Blackstone also has to be alert for a number of men who would love nothing better than claim his own head and a cash reward.
This is a great story with pace, colour and intrigue, characters you will root for as well as some you'll loathe, and it will grip you right until the end.
June 28, 2020
I would give this 4.5.
The series is very enjoyable and I look forward to each new volume.
Without spoilers.
Have to say the way this was tidied up was a little to convenient and spoiled it a little. I’d rather have lose ends from the minor characters than this.
Zero credibility here.
However, it is Thomas Blackstone and I really love this character and Sir Gilbert.
So I can easily forgive and read on but it did take me “out of the book” for a while.
This would make a cracking tv production as long as heavy metal guitars and cool walking with swords over shoulders could be avoided.
The basic life of the fighting men of the day help make this a great read.
It moves at quite a pace as well.
Fully recommend all six.
The series is very enjoyable and I look forward to each new volume.
Without spoilers.
Have to say the way this was tidied up was a little to convenient and spoiled it a little. I’d rather have lose ends from the minor characters than this.
Zero credibility here.
However, it is Thomas Blackstone and I really love this character and Sir Gilbert.
So I can easily forgive and read on but it did take me “out of the book” for a while.
This would make a cracking tv production as long as heavy metal guitars and cool walking with swords over shoulders could be avoided.
The basic life of the fighting men of the day help make this a great read.
It moves at quite a pace as well.
Fully recommend all six.
March 25, 2022
Another terrific entry in Gilman's Master of War series. This one was one of the most tightly plotted of the series, with excellent twists and turns, breathless intrigue, bloody battles and plots galore. I love novels that tell their stories against the backdrop of actual historical events, and this one does that very well, set in a very volatile period in history. Looking forward to the latest in the series, and I hope the author continues to put out books about Thomas Blackstone and his compatriots. Perhaps one day Henry Blackstone will take over as the main character? Good books, some of the best historical fiction you will find in Kindle Unlimited.
March 25, 2020
Great new instalment
Gilman keeps us going with another consistent edition of the Blackstone series. By now we know Sir Thomas is stubborn to a fault, but from a guy perspective, we are too caught up in the detailed battle scenes and deft sword skills to be bothered by character faults. The core group of characters brings consistency and familiarity with some new ones brought in to change up the rhythm. I really enjoy that Gilman gets into the history underlying this story. Thanks David. We enjoyed it!
Gilman keeps us going with another consistent edition of the Blackstone series. By now we know Sir Thomas is stubborn to a fault, but from a guy perspective, we are too caught up in the detailed battle scenes and deft sword skills to be bothered by character faults. The core group of characters brings consistency and familiarity with some new ones brought in to change up the rhythm. I really enjoy that Gilman gets into the history underlying this story. Thanks David. We enjoyed it!
May 8, 2020
Another chapter in the adventures of Thomas Blackstone. Wasn't as fond of this book's story arc as I was of the others, but it does contain elements of classic Blackstone. The tactical awareness, action, politics, etc. Also, there was a lot more content about his son Henry in this book, which may result in a continuation of the story through his son at some point. Could prove to be an exciting development. Overall, it felt like a setup book for further adventures but I still enjoyed reading it.
May 16, 2020
I was really excited for this book to come out as I love Thomas Blackstone and his merry band. The dialogue, action and different life-threatening situations were all there, however I felt the story lacked a little in this one.
I felt like not much happened. Other then Thomas defying the odds once again, and a deeper look into his son (I loved that he didn't go back and rescue Henry), the story lacked in character development and the vast importance of the raiding in France in the time of the 100 year war.
Looking forward to the next one nonetheless.
I felt like not much happened. Other then Thomas defying the odds once again, and a deeper look into his son (I loved that he didn't go back and rescue Henry), the story lacked in character development and the vast importance of the raiding in France in the time of the 100 year war.
Looking forward to the next one nonetheless.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 18, 2020
Never disappoints
Yet another riproaring, swashbuckling, blood and thunder adventure with the scar faced knight Sir Thomas Blackstone and his loyal band of followers.
As Always the pace is fast, the storylines flow breathlessly and the action non stop.
The best and cleverest part of this tale is the development of an emerging Henry Blackstone, traits of his own father breaking the surface and leaving us wondering what lies in store for him .
Just love all of these books and can't wait for the next thrilling encounter.
Yet another riproaring, swashbuckling, blood and thunder adventure with the scar faced knight Sir Thomas Blackstone and his loyal band of followers.
As Always the pace is fast, the storylines flow breathlessly and the action non stop.
The best and cleverest part of this tale is the development of an emerging Henry Blackstone, traits of his own father breaking the surface and leaving us wondering what lies in store for him .
Just love all of these books and can't wait for the next thrilling encounter.
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July 29, 2022Good for the world of historical fiction that Mr David Gillman became a full time author in the mid 1980s - this is the 6 book in the Master of War series ; my first and it makes me plan to pick up a few more by Gillman.
The novel is about Thomas Blackstone - his loyalty to king, love for his son and his leadership over a band of fighters as they face assassins, battles and conflict in the wintry months of France in the 1300s.
The actions of the Teutonic knights gives insights to the turmoil of knights and warriors in a world of swords and armour .
The novel is about Thomas Blackstone - his loyalty to king, love for his son and his leadership over a band of fighters as they face assassins, battles and conflict in the wintry months of France in the 1300s.
The actions of the Teutonic knights gives insights to the turmoil of knights and warriors in a world of swords and armour .
August 12, 2022
A lot went on in this book, but it still does not have the grip and suspense of the earlier books. If you did not already know Thomas, you probably would not be too keen to finish the book. There was also no major battle and so the book ended with nothing really happening (from a historical perspective). and why do Thomas' women keep getting killed off? Why not give Thomas some love? He must also be The Terminator: cross bolt in his chest, broken leg, thrown in a sewer, but he still survives!
April 24, 2020
Another Absolute Cracker
If I could award six stars I would. The Master of War books were enthralling, captivating, and excellent reads. Cross of Fire once again captures the rawness of the time with desperate men fighting for survival in tough surroundings. The quality of the writing and non stop action is responsible for many late nights. I commend this book to anyone who likes action and a very good story line accompanied by historical notes. Thank you again David Gilman.
If I could award six stars I would. The Master of War books were enthralling, captivating, and excellent reads. Cross of Fire once again captures the rawness of the time with desperate men fighting for survival in tough surroundings. The quality of the writing and non stop action is responsible for many late nights. I commend this book to anyone who likes action and a very good story line accompanied by historical notes. Thank you again David Gilman.
August 30, 2020
Eine sehr unterhaltsame und gut geschriebene Serie vor dem Hintergrund des Hundertjährigen Krieges. Die kurzen Kapitel laden zum Weiterlesen ein, die Charaktere werden zu angenehmen Begleitern, auch wenn es oft schmutzig, blutig, schwitzig und übel riechend zugeht und die Gefahr an jeder Ecke lauert. Doch Blackstone ist ein Nachfahre Uthreds und ein Vorfahre Richard Sharpes. Trotz Verwundung wird es schon gut gehen, auch wenn es knapp wird...
March 16, 2025
Great continuity and I love the characters. What I did not like was the brevity and what I mean is each interaction (and there were a few) was written to get to the next scene. Each interaction with enemies seemed scripted to get it over so they could move onto the next scene. In this book you were transported to a different era and its amazing but the key moments were so brief you lose the substance of the story.
April 13, 2020
Thankyou to NetGalley, Head of Zeus and the author, David Gilman, for the opportunity to read a digital copy of Cross of Fire in exchange for an honest and unbiased opinion.
I thought this book provided a good, quality read with high attention to detail. Action packed with well developed characters. 3.5 stars.
Worth a read for fans of the genre.
I thought this book provided a good, quality read with high attention to detail. Action packed with well developed characters. 3.5 stars.
Worth a read for fans of the genre.
August 30, 2020
Great historical novel series
The author, as in the preceding books of the series, has captured the energy of a novel and the authenticity of the historical context. The writing is both descriptive and moving. It doesn't lag at any point; keeping the reader's interest and sense of time and place, historically and graphically. I hope there will be more sequels.
The author, as in the preceding books of the series, has captured the energy of a novel and the authenticity of the historical context. The writing is both descriptive and moving. It doesn't lag at any point; keeping the reader's interest and sense of time and place, historically and graphically. I hope there will be more sequels.
September 13, 2020
The Ultimate Worrier.
Blackstone was the ultimately leader and worrier. Followed loyally into battle. He was an intelligent and instinctive battle hardened knight who chose loyalty to his king and prince over anything else.
This book was hard to put down, and I would recommend it to anyone who likes a good adventure story.
Blackstone was the ultimately leader and worrier. Followed loyally into battle. He was an intelligent and instinctive battle hardened knight who chose loyalty to his king and prince over anything else.
This book was hard to put down, and I would recommend it to anyone who likes a good adventure story.
December 5, 2020
Another cool book about war between England and France. England says it’s mine, then France says no, it’s mine. The people have no idea who is their king week to week. The kings are like a couple of 2 year olds fighting over a toy. I guess whoever has it gets the tax money generated from it, but after all the battles, burning, stealing the soldiers do there isn’t much to get taxes from.
January 10, 2021
Absolutely superb
The Master of War series has quickly become one my favourite historical reads , David Gilman writes action pa ked fiction with a uncanny realism and his knowledge of the 100 yrs war certainly helps with the realism, this book and the whole series is very highly recommended.
The Master of War series has quickly become one my favourite historical reads , David Gilman writes action pa ked fiction with a uncanny realism and his knowledge of the 100 yrs war certainly helps with the realism, this book and the whole series is very highly recommended.
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