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Dark Fire (Shardlake) (Paperback)

by C.J. Sansom (Author)
4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (65 customer reviews)
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  • Paperback: 595 pages
  • Publisher: Pan Books (18 May 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0330450786
  • ISBN-13: 978-0330450782
  • Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 13 x 4.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (65 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 141 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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66 of 66 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Compelling stuff , 7 Sep 2007
If you have even a passing interest in historical fiction, particularly Tudor London, and you enjoy a gripping mystery replete with twists, turns and colourful characters, you're likely to have a good time with this book. C.J. Sansom's Shardlake character is a little on the obvious side, with his pure heart and indefatigability overcoming the constraints of his flawed physical being (he's a hunchback lawyer in case you're wondering). Still, it's impossible not to become enthralled by this tale of political intrigue and murder with its adroit descriptions of the machinations of the nobility, corrupt lawyers and officials, and vivid portrayal of the sights and sounds of Tudor London. To my mind, one of the best compliments a book like this can have is that it makes you want buy the next one before you've even finished it, just to be able to delve straight back into Shardlake's world.
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46 of 46 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent sequel to Dissolution - recommended, 20 Feb 2005
By A. Craig "Amanda Craig" (London United Kingdom) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Dark Fire (Shardlake) (Hardcover)
Having raced through DIssolution last weekened, I'm thrilled to discover Dark Fire, also featuring the hunchback Tudor lawyer Matthew Shardlake, just as compelling. Set three years after the events of the first novel, it has the honest barrister once again forced to work for Lord Cromwell - a man who still strikes terror into all, but who is on the verge of losing his power and his head thanks to his attempts to shore up Henry Vlll's dismal marriage to Anne of Cleves. Cromwell intervenes to allow a young girl, accused of murdering her cousin, two weeks' grace in order for Shardlake to track down the secret of "Greek Fire", a fearsome weapon believed to have been rediscovered by two alchemists, now brutally murdered. To assist him in this Shardlake not only has the enchanting Arab physician (now apothecary) and former monk, Brother Guy, but a Jewish man, Barak, loyal to Cromwell. Their difficult relationship and reluctant respect for each other form a most entertaining and thoughful part of a race against time to solve two murder cases. Once again, what is so captivating about this new star of historical fiction is the intelligence and compassion with which he writes. I highly recommend this to all who love really good detective fiction, historical fiction and an intelligent, literate novel that does not disdain a strong plot and characters.
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37 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Another great Shardlake Tale, 21 Oct 2005
This review is from: Dark fire (Shardlake) (Paperback)
This is another cracking little story from Sansom. I had really liked Dissolution the first book, I had enjoyed it immensely and was looking forward to this one.Dark Fire is a little gem. It has a great story very well tied into the Tudor times. Its full of the political intrigue of the era and life of the people.
Shardlakes detective work is excellent and its very well done they way the strand of Elizabeth is worked into the Dark Fire mystery. I hope we get at least another Shardlake Tale out of Sansom. I think Henry the VIII has two more wifes to go.
I'd highly recommend the book and Dissolution too if you come across it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The best Shardlake novel
I think this is the best of the four Shardlake books. It has all the same historical detail as the others, but what sets it apart is its construction as a "countdown" story. Read more
Published 28 days ago by Slow Lorris

5.0 out of 5 stars Historical fiction at it's best

Writing a good historical novel is tricky. Not only do you need a scholarly grasp of the period (and be able to evoke it using modern English) but also you need to tell a... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars dark fire
what more can you say about the Shardlake series?..... how
about makes learning to read in Mrs Robinson's class in primary school
worthwhile. I luv em!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Matthew Burns His Fingers in Fire
This fabulous and much waited for sequel to Dissolution sees not only Matthew in fine form again, but the introduction of the lovely Mr Jack Barack! Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
This is a compelling, riveting mystery that keeps you page-turning until the very end. If you have something else to do, don't pick up this book because it is impossible to put... Read more
Published 2 months ago by S. Ferrier

4.0 out of 5 stars Well worth reading
Having read all four of the Shardlake novels so far, I have to confess that this is my least favourite. Read more
Published 2 months ago by S. Mark St.Ear

4.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous follow-up
I suspected I'd enjoy C J Sansom's Shardlake series (loving both crime and history in equal measure)and I was right. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Dark Fire
A well researched story with an unusual choice of characters who become quite real. The historical details are relevant and remind us that we have a very colourful past much of... Read more
Published 3 months ago by R. E. Sharp

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent again!
What a joy to return to the medieval world of Shardlake. Even though he tries to keep his distance, Shardlake is drawn back into the power games of the high and mighty of the... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jane2009

5.0 out of 5 stars Great page-turner
This is the second book in the Shardlake series, and a huge improvement on Dissolution. The very strong plot gets into gear straight away, and, as with Michael Connelly, you... Read more
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