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I always liked the story of King Arthur and wanted to know more about the 'facts' if we can call them that of this heroic figure.
The reviews online were really good and I was grateful the language wasn't too medieval for myself to understand.
Bad news is that I am only 19% into the book and I am bored.
So far to myself as the reader Merlin is the genius behind all Arthur does. It is funny though because Arthur is so young when he retrieves the sword that his own people do not believe he is the "rightwise, king born of all England" (pg. 51). After he gains respect from his own people he faces other kings that feel insulted by paying respects to a boy who has no beard.
There is much blood shed and war scenes that are a bit grotesque with their descriptions of killing.
I didn't expect first person narrative or an action packed story based off a bunch of lore. But I feel like the author made a list of 'facts' gathered about King Arthur and inserted dialogue with a little description of what was going on. Will I finish it? No. I almost didn't review it because I rarely write a bad review.
It is not a dreadful book but a better text book verses a spare time reading book. What I do like is how the headings are specific as to what will happen next and easily move you through the story. I also like that it does focus on a few people at a time but keeps their stories clear to the reader. What I do suggest is keeping your dictionary nearby while reading.
One of the reviewers said that after 40% of the book it starts to pick up and become more interesting but I can't do it. If you can muscle it out be my guest. This would a great read for someone who likes historical books and pays attention to the geography of the land.
By: J Feistner
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