Review: Excellent storytelling of Pre-Camelot Britain!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 25, 2013
First of all, I should say that I like this author and his style of writing so that may sway to some degree my opinion of this book. Having said that, I truly feel that this was an excellent book telling the story of the days of Uther Pendragon, High King Of Britain and the father of Arthur, future King and leader of "Camelot" and The Knights of the Round Table. The last traces of the old Roman Empire have just begun to fade from memory, there are threats from the Raiders from the North(Vikings) and usurpers from the South and East. Uther, like his father before him, devotes his life trying to unite the petty English Kingdoms into one strong nation under one High King that can defeat these threats and secure a peaceful, secure and prosperous kingdom. It you enjoy these kinds of stories of kings and kingdoms, full of intrigue and treachery but also grand battles and noble men, you will really enjoy this book. And Merlin is also present influencing events and advising Kings. A very enjoyable read. I highly recommend it!