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' ...a page-turning story. A period of history that was a dull monochrome to me at school burst into colour within its pages and now I fully understand the importance of the Magna Carta, why John was deemed a 'bad' king and how people lived and loved during his reign. Can one ask for more in any historical novel?' - Sally Zigmond, Historical Novels Review ** 'Chadwick's mediaeval world becomes a vibrant place where historical figures live and breathe the events that shaped the modern world' - Lancashire Evening Post 'Elizabeth Chadwick is a consummate historical novelist. All the political facts are here: King John and the Magna Carta, the wars with France, battles between English factions and Irish rebels. Where she fills in the gaps, she does so with total authority and plausibility. But what she does so well here is to tell us a moving story of a marriage. William and his beloved Isabelle are not a modern couple in period costume but real people, fully alive within the customs and beliefs of their time. The author's detailed knowledge of the period is so secure it does not detract from the page-turning story. A period of history that was a dull monochrome to me at school burst into colour within its pages and now I fully understand the importance of the Magna Carta, why John was deemed a 'bad' king and how people lived and loved during his reign. Can one ask for more in any historical novel?' - Sally Zigmond, HISTORICAL NOVEL REVIEW 'Chadwick's historical fiction gets better and better. The mediaeval world becomes a vibrant place where historical figures live and breathe the events that shaped the modern world. A perfect addition to the Christmas wish list' - LANCASHIRE EVENING POST
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Elizabeth Chadwick is a consummate historical novelist. All the political facts are here: King John and the Magna Carta, the wars with France, battles between English factions and Irish rebels. Where she fills in the gaps, she does so with total authority and plausibility. But what she does so well here is to tell us a moving story of a marriage. William and his beloved Isabelle are not a modern couple in period costume but real people, fully alive within the customs and beliefs of their time. The author's detailed knowledge of the period is so secure it does not detract from the page-turning story. A period of history that was a dull monochrome to me at school burst into colour within its pages and now I fully understand the importance of the Magna Carta, why John was deemed a 'bad (king and how people lived and loved during his reign. Can one ask for more in any historical novel?’ )
#NAME? ('Chadwick's historical fiction gets better and better. The mediaeval world becomes a vibrant place where historical figures live and breathe the events that shaped the modern world. A perfect addition to the Christmas wish list’ )
LANCASHIRE EVENING Post ('Chadwick proves again why she is considered the best author of medieval fiction writing today’ )
Nottingham EVENING Post --This text refers to the Perfect Paperback edition.
#NAME? ('Chadwick's historical fiction gets better and better. The mediaeval world becomes a vibrant place where historical figures live and breathe the events that shaped the modern world. A perfect addition to the Christmas wish list’ )
LANCASHIRE EVENING Post ('Chadwick proves again why she is considered the best author of medieval fiction writing today’ )
Nottingham EVENING Post --This text refers to the Perfect Paperback edition.
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53 of 54 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
William Marshal steps out of the pages of history and, larger than life, provides us with an insight into the times in which he lived. This novel opens in 1197 and depicts the turbulent times around the reigns of King Richard I and King John.
While following the life of William and his wife Isabelle, we are treated to a finely depicted view of the politics, intrigue and events of medieval England and Ireland. The novel is multi-faceted: it enables us to relate to William and Isabelle as two human beings who needed to balance their own needs and those of their family with the code of honour and political constraints of the day. At the same time, the known historical facts are woven into the story in a way that breathes life into history and will have many readers wanting to know more about the actual events depicted.
And while those readers are learning more about the history, I have been provided with another hero worthy of my admiration.
Brava, Ms Chadwick! Few authors have ever made medieval history as interesting to me as you have.
Jennifer Cameron-Smith
Note:
The Scarlet Lion is the second of two standalone novels about William Marshal. The Greatest Knight is the first.
While following the life of William and his wife Isabelle, we are treated to a finely depicted view of the politics, intrigue and events of medieval England and Ireland. The novel is multi-faceted: it enables us to relate to William and Isabelle as two human beings who needed to balance their own needs and those of their family with the code of honour and political constraints of the day. At the same time, the known historical facts are woven into the story in a way that breathes life into history and will have many readers wanting to know more about the actual events depicted.
And while those readers are learning more about the history, I have been provided with another hero worthy of my admiration.
Brava, Ms Chadwick! Few authors have ever made medieval history as interesting to me as you have.
Jennifer Cameron-Smith
Note:
The Scarlet Lion is the second of two standalone novels about William Marshal. The Greatest Knight is the first.
38 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Elizabeth Chadwick has given us a holiday gift---the sequel to her outstanding novel, The Greatest Knight. The Scarlet Lion picks up the life of William Marshal, Earl of Pembroke and eventual Regent of England in the early 1200s. To say that this man was more than a mere knight would be an understatement of the first order, and would be a disservice to the writing skills Ms. Chadwick displays so well.
Where should I begin in describing this magnificent novel? Maybe I will start with William's accomplishments, all of which were almost unheard of for someone who had to make his own way in life. Or perhaps I should begin with the cast of characters who populate this tale, among them Richard the Lion Heart, King John of Magna Carta fame, and the young Henry III who was placed in the care of Marshal upon the death of his father. But starting with those would take away the heart of the novel: the uncommon relationship between William and his wife, Isabelle. William, in a time when women were basically chattel, cherished his wife and listened to her counsel. Ms. Chadwick has taken all of these historical facts and woven them into one grand tapestry that brings Marshal to life and inserts him into your heart, mind, and soul. Her research is impeccable, and her gift of phrase will make you want to slow down while reading so as to savor every word.
To those who are lovers of good fiction, this is one of the best and truly deserving of a widespread audience. To those who are lovers of historical fiction, I can say with complete assurance that this will be a book you will treasure forever. Ms. Chadwick's skill in recreating the past pulls you into the story immediately, and won't let you go once you close the book. Highly, highly recommended.
Where should I begin in describing this magnificent novel? Maybe I will start with William's accomplishments, all of which were almost unheard of for someone who had to make his own way in life. Or perhaps I should begin with the cast of characters who populate this tale, among them Richard the Lion Heart, King John of Magna Carta fame, and the young Henry III who was placed in the care of Marshal upon the death of his father. But starting with those would take away the heart of the novel: the uncommon relationship between William and his wife, Isabelle. William, in a time when women were basically chattel, cherished his wife and listened to her counsel. Ms. Chadwick has taken all of these historical facts and woven them into one grand tapestry that brings Marshal to life and inserts him into your heart, mind, and soul. Her research is impeccable, and her gift of phrase will make you want to slow down while reading so as to savor every word.
To those who are lovers of good fiction, this is one of the best and truly deserving of a widespread audience. To those who are lovers of historical fiction, I can say with complete assurance that this will be a book you will treasure forever. Ms. Chadwick's skill in recreating the past pulls you into the story immediately, and won't let you go once you close the book. Highly, highly recommended.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Historical fiction just doesn't get any better than this. A wonderful tale of one of the most honorable men to grace this earth, William Marshal and his true partner in all things, his wife Isabelle.
The first novel, The Greatest Knight, covered more of William Marshal's early life as a knight and courtier. This novel covers his life with Isabel and the dangers and terrors of living in the court of the King John, and then as regent for the young Henry III. I have to admit shedding more than a few tears at the last chapter, the end of Williams life.
I have read all of this author's works that I can get my hands on and I am amazed at how consistly she is improving (not that the earlier works were poorly written at all). Always an excellent story, a great history lesson and it's amazing how she effortlessly brings you into the sights, smells, sounds and life of another century. As someone else said, "The next best thing to time travel".
The first novel, The Greatest Knight, covered more of William Marshal's early life as a knight and courtier. This novel covers his life with Isabel and the dangers and terrors of living in the court of the King John, and then as regent for the young Henry III. I have to admit shedding more than a few tears at the last chapter, the end of Williams life.
I have read all of this author's works that I can get my hands on and I am amazed at how consistly she is improving (not that the earlier works were poorly written at all). Always an excellent story, a great history lesson and it's amazing how she effortlessly brings you into the sights, smells, sounds and life of another century. As someone else said, "The next best thing to time travel".
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historical novel The Scarlet Lion
Anyone that likes historical novels will love this one. I found it a can't put downer. I enjoy the learning properties too,
Published 1 month ago by nigelthomas
William Marshall and the Templars
I knew very little about William Marshall except the fact that he was buried in the Temple Church. I think the book was well researched and it was very interesting to read he had... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Charameau
Brilliant
I am a huge fan of Elizabeth Chadwick, and this was the book that got me well and truly hitched. Of all her books the has to be my favorite. Read more
Published 1 month ago by SFlanary
Mediaeval Hero brought to life in gripping detail
Following A Place Beyond Courage and The Greatest Knight, this book continues the story of William Marshall, a true English hero. Read more
Published 2 months ago by Dorset bookworm
The greatest knight and the scarlet lion
Elizabeth Chadwick's books are in my opinion second to none. To be able to read a book that has fact and fiction that has been so well researched is fantastic. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mia'sMum
The Scarlet Lion
Having read The Greatest Knight I couldn't wait to read the 2nd book about William Marshall. It was just as compelling and gives a great insight into the way England was run in the... Read more
Published 9 months ago by marnie
The Scarlet Lion
Another great book following the life of William Marshall, I really enjoy Elizabeth's books, and I am making up a library of 1st editions.
Published 10 months ago by scrappinrappin lyn
educational and enjoyable
I enjoyed this book as the follow on book from the scarlet lion, it continued to tell the tale of William Marshalls life story. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ladyg
A Brilliant sequl that works as a stand alone
The Scarlet Lion is the second of two stand alone novels about the life of William Marshall.
I actually read this novel first, without having picked up the first novel,... Read more
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Published 17 months ago by Ms. N. M. Fox
A Splendid Book!
This sequel to The Greatest Knight is totally engrossing and unputdownable. Everything that Elizabeth Chadwick writes is woth reading for the meticulously researched background. Read more
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