Category: Historical Fiction

Review: Thunder God – Paul Watkins

Posted on by Speesh in Fiction, Historical Fiction, The Vikings

5 out of 5 shields My version: Paperback Fiction Vikings Faber and Faber 2004 Bought A gripping, acclaimed action-packed Viking epic. Set in the 10th century, when Viking raids were at their peak, Paul Watkins spins a tale that covers three continents. After centuries of ranging unchecked across the northern world, the fortunes of the Vikings have begun to … Continue reading Review: Thunder God – Paul Watkins →

Review: The Virgin of the Wind Rose – Glen Craney

Posted on by Speesh in Action & Adventure, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Knights Templar, The Vikings

5 out of 5 prayers A Christopher Columbus Mystery My version: PDF Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure Self Published 2016 Sent by author While investigating the murder of an American missionary in Ethiopia, rookie State Department lawyer Jaqueline Quartermane becomes obsessed with a magical word square found inside an underground church guarding the tomb of the … Continue reading Review: The Virgin of the Wind Rose – Glen Craney →

Review: Wolf’s Head – Steven A. McKay

Posted on by Speesh in Britain/England, Fiction, Historical Fiction, Robin Hood

An earthy: 5 out of 5 stars My version: Paperback Historical Fiction, Medieval England. Self published 2013 Bought from The Book Depository England 1321 AD After viciously assaulting a corrupt but powerful clergyman, Robin Hood flees the only home he has ever known in Wakefield, Yorkshire. Becoming a member of a notorious band of outlaws, Hood and his new companions … Continue reading Review: Wolf’s Head – Steven A. McKay →