- Paperback: 384 pages
- Publisher: Thrilling Books; First edition, limited edition edition (11 Nov 2009)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0956234003
- ISBN-13: 978-0956234001
- Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 13 x 2.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 760,881 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Da Vinci is surpassed by Shakespearean analysis in this masterfully crafted work --John Simpson CBE, World Affairs Editor BBC
A quite stunning page turner that will keep anyone even remotely interested in conspiracies, royal intrigue, Shakespeare, and fast paced fiction very happy! --The Editor
An exciting, tearaway treasure hunt of a novel which I’d recommend to anyone looking for a great summer read! -- Anne Diamond Broadcaster
So much better than the da vinci code! -- Caroline Smailes, author of In Search of Adam
A quite stunning page turner that will keep anyone even remotely interested in conspiracies, royal intrigue, Shakespeare, and fast paced fiction very happy! --The Editor
An exciting, tearaway treasure hunt of a novel which I’d recommend to anyone looking for a great summer read! -- Anne Diamond Broadcaster
So much better than the da vinci code! -- Caroline Smailes, author of In Search of Adam
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Da Vinci is surpassed by Shakespearean analysis in this masterfully crafted work John Simpson, World Affairs Editor BBC. A secret Royal birth in the past. The horrific murder of the heir to the throne in modern day London. A missing national treasure. A secret society bent on revenge. Rivalry between the police and the army. A love story born out of chaos. And in the middle of it all, a secret between William Shakespeare and the Royal Family that holds it together... Shakespeare's Truth is the controversial and talked about new thriller from new writer Rex Richards. It's easy and engaging reading that will make you think! It's the first release from new publishers Thrilling Books. Try it now, for a limited time only £4.50 including postage and packing, £3.49 off the regular price of £7.99.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
Fun, fast read,
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This review is from: Shakespeare's Truth (Paperback)
What I thought: I have mixed feelings about this book so I have decided to split them into the good, the bad and the ugly:
The Good: On the one hand it was page-turning read; it was thought-provoking and made me question a lot of things that I thought I knew. It had me reaching for the internet on several occasions as I was eager to find more about what I thought was fact - I love it when a book makes you think and question like that. It was a quick and pacey read and wasn't bogged down with unecessary details. I also liked the fact that the subject matter is controversial. I was shocked within the first few pages - Queen Elizabeth I gave birth in secret, then 2 pages later in the present day Prince William is murdered. Normally, I wouldn't have thought that I would want to read something with this as the backdrop to a story, but for some reason I felt compelled to read on. The Bad: The book was at times amateurish and even farcical. The characters weren't well-developed or rounded enough for me, but this could be forgiven as the plot was what made the book not the characters. However, there were certain points in the book that felt very cheesey (the last chapter being one of them). In my opinion, the book needs more spit and polish as there were too many cliches. The Ugly: One word - scrunchie? No, no, no! Not unless it's the 1980's. Other lines that made me cringe were "loose locks flowing aimlessly over her shoulder". Now that smacked of school essay once but twice is unforgiveable: "And her hair was loose, the chestnut strands flowing over her shoulders". But my absolute favourite was Fiona and Dan in bed: "Take me, Dan!" No, no, no, no, NOOOOOOO!!!! So, to summarise, I did enjoy this book. The cheesey, farcical and amateurish parts made me giggle more than groan. And the main question I am left with is: did Shakespeare truly not write all those plays?
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars
A mixed reaction really. Could be a good book, but needs an editor!,
By E. Heckingbottom "elaineheck143" (U.K.) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER) (VINE VOICE) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Shakespeare's Truth (Paperback)
Typical of many books that have been released through the Vanity Publication market, what this book really needs is the red pen of a decent editor!
The plot is great - and it races through with many intriguing twists and turns; however, there are errors and there are places where you end up thinking 'This is just too cheesy for words!' Also, there are places where greater character development would be beneficial. However, it is based on a good idea - and the possiblility of Shakespeare's plays having been written by an author other than Wiliam has been mooted for years. there are many theories as to who may be the real autho, and part of the plot to this book follows one of these; with good reasons to support the argument. The main plot in the book opens with a murder - the murder of a member of the Royal Family and the kidnap of the Queen. This is soon covered up by the powers that be; however two people are aware of the truth and Dan soon fonds himself threatened with finding 'Shakespeare's truth' before New Year's Day ... or he and the Queen will both die! Who is behind the plot? What is Shakespeare's Truth? Will they succeed? I will leave you to find this out if you choose to buy the book. Don't expect a major work of fiction here; just an enjoyable and exciting read.
3 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Shocking and fun,
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This review is from: Shakespeare's Truth (Paperback)
very easy to read, but intelligent... some amazing research and a lot of action... This really is a superb movie style thriller that will give you a lot to think about. I only intended to read the first paragraph on the sample on the authors site and ended up reading the whole thing! Anyone who likes a good yarn will def love this book!
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