Review: A Well Written, Fascinating Historical Novella
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 12 1, 2013
I was given a review copy in exchange for an honest review.This well written historical novel is an interesting, quick read. I learned about the rebellion against the Romans in Britain in AD 60. 70,000 Romans were killed in the battle. Boudicca, the story's main character, was the Queen of the Iceni of the East of England. She became the leader after her husband, the King, passed away. Boudicca was a very brave and strong lady. She fearlessly led the rebellion.I loved the way the author refers to "his-story" and "her-story". He is a very creative and talented writer. The authors uses words to paint pictures in the reader's mind of each scene he writes about. I could close my eyes and see Boudicca with her long, flowing red locks, riding around in her chariot.It was easy to love Boudicca. She was  a strong-willed woman who refused to pay taxes that she thought were unfair. Boudicca had vivid dreams, something I myself frequently do. Boudicca was fearless when she grabbed her spear and word to fight off the Roman soldiers. I highly recommend this fascinating historical book.