Review: Unforgettable Medieval!
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 21, 2013
I thought Mary Gillgannon's The Leopard was wonderful, but this book is even better.  Her meticulous research and unwavering determination to present a realistic view of the Middle Ages rather than the sanitized version many author prefer gives readers a chance to become immersed in lives of her characters and truly brings William the Conqueror's England to life.  Yes, it was a violent time.  Yes, life was difficult, especially for the conquered Saxons.  But despite that, as Mary shows through her detailed descriptions and beautiful prose, it was also a time when courageous men and women could - and did - fall in love.  I highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good love story.  It's the best medieval I've read in many years.