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Swords and Scimitars: Book1 (The Royal Pavilions, No. 1)
 
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Swords and Scimitars: Book1 (The Royal Pavilions, No. 1) (Paperback)

by L. L Chaikin (Author)
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  • Paperback: 288 pages
  • Publisher: Bethany House Publishers, a division of Baker Publishing Group (Dec 1996)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1556618816
  • ISBN-13: 978-1556618819
  • Product Dimensions: 20.6 x 14 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 2.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 2,499,443 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Tancred Redwan, a Norman warrior and scholar, and Helena of the Nobility, the beautiful Daughter of the Purple Belt, are brought together and caught in a web of intrigue during the First Crusade.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Go read a history book., 16 April 1999
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I didn't even finish this book. I should have been warned when I saw the two whole pages at the beginning listing "Fictional Characters" and "Historical Characters." About a dozen people are listed in each category, and we're not supposed to get confused? The two main characters are interesting enough, but the history is integrated into the book laboriously and in piece-together fashion, and does nothing to enhance the story. While I found Tancred Redwan and Helena both quite promising as multi-dimensional characters, I simply could not get past the history that bogged down the story. If an author cannot use "facts within fiction" better than this, he/she should please not try! I also disliked Linda Chaikin's writing style immensely--but that is only a personal opinion and probably not a valid criticism. Don't bother with this book, even if you like historical fiction! A history book is often less tedious than all the history in "Swords and Scimitars."
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1.0 out of 5 stars Don't waste your time.,
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When I want to read a history book then I will pick up a history book to read. If I want to read a romance book then that is what I will pick up to read. This is a history book in the disguise of a romance book-and not a very good one at that. It is very diconnected, very hard to get through. I was very dissapointed.
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4.0 out of 5 stars An exciting adventure set in the time of the Crusades., 9 Nov 1998
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After reading many historical fiction books set in Britain and early America, I decided to try something a little different. I am glad that I did. The story is exciting and the book shows the folly of seeking salvation through works such crusades or trusting in relics. The characters are the standard fare for fiction books of this type, but the setting makes the story seem fresh. If you are looking for an entertaining and not too heavy read, this is a good book.
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