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The Count Of Monte Cristo
In Napoleonic France, Edmond Dantes seeks revenge on those who wrongly imprisoned him.
56 pages, Library Binding
First published July 1, 2008
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Pauline Francis
76 books24 followersI love books. I translated them when I lived in Africa – and I worked with them when I was a teacher and a librarian, but I never thought about writing them.
One day, about ten years ago, I decided to become a full-time writer.
My first books were for younger readers. In Drake’s Drummer Boy (1998), Will sails around the world with Sir Francis Drake; in Sam Stars at Shakespeare’s Globe (2006), Sam works with William Shakespeare.
As you can see, the sixteenth century fascinates me. A few years ago, I started to write for older readers, about people who faced very tough decisions in a world that was changing quickly: Lady Jane Grey, in Raven Queen; the lost colonists in A World Away; and the young Elizabeth in Traitor’s Kiss.
What is a typical writing day? I write very early in the morning in a coffee shop. Then I use my computer to re-write and to do my research at home in my study.
I am married with two grown-up children, and I live in Hertfordshire close to London and to Cambridge. I enjoy going to the cinema and the theatre – and anywhere where I can watch other people.
One day, about ten years ago, I decided to become a full-time writer.
My first books were for younger readers. In Drake’s Drummer Boy (1998), Will sails around the world with Sir Francis Drake; in Sam Stars at Shakespeare’s Globe (2006), Sam works with William Shakespeare.
As you can see, the sixteenth century fascinates me. A few years ago, I started to write for older readers, about people who faced very tough decisions in a world that was changing quickly: Lady Jane Grey, in Raven Queen; the lost colonists in A World Away; and the young Elizabeth in Traitor’s Kiss.
What is a typical writing day? I write very early in the morning in a coffee shop. Then I use my computer to re-write and to do my research at home in my study.
I am married with two grown-up children, and I live in Hertfordshire close to London and to Cambridge. I enjoy going to the cinema and the theatre – and anywhere where I can watch other people.
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August 4, 2015
The ultimate tale of revenge. This timeless classic never gets old no matter how many times you read it. The characters come to life off of the pages as you read and the story unfolds in such a creative way. I'm a big fan of classics and this story lives up to what it means to be a true classic.
T.C.
T.C.
January 22, 2018
What woman doesn't love a good retelling of an excellent revenge plot?
June 5, 2018
One of the best books I've ever read. Highly recommended to pretty much everyone.
May 9, 2011
Such a tasty revenge
October 8, 2011
I really enjoyed most of this book, however, the ending was not great. Completely different than the movie.
February 13, 2012
Full action and revenge
June 12, 2012
Simon read the adapted version...I think he just replaced "Robinson Crusoe"...this is now his favorite book! He LOVED it!!!
October 8, 2015
This is one of my favorites, ever.
September 5, 2016
One of my favorite classics. It has everything: plot intrigue, backstabbing, revenge, love, imprisonment, treasure hunt, fake identity, comradeship.
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