There is little that can be added to the wonderful works of the Kingsbridge series other than another job well done! I have enjoyed all the books related to Kingsbridge and what a delight to end this last one in a historical time period where war rages between England and France. Ken Follett, masterfully takes us into the lives and experiences of a small town fighting to survive. His attention to detail, depth of characters and creative writing style allows the reader to invest in what is unfolding. I was immersed in it from beginning to end! If you have read any of the previous novels you will know what you are in for but if not then I suggest you start with "The Pillars of the Earth" which, will eventually lead you to this magnificent novel.

The Pillars of the Earth and World Without End remain to of my all time favourite books. All these years later they stand head and shoulders above thousands of other books. Fast forward a few years, ive enjoyed the 2 most recent instalments in the Kingsbridge series, and was eagerly awaiting this latest instalment.

As you would expect from Ken Follett, it’s a solid read, that never gets bogged down in its 600+ pages. The story progresses from the early years of the Industrial Revolution through to the field of Waterloo in 1815.

I enjoyed the book, however unlike previous Follett titles it didn’t blow me away. For the first time I found myself not really caring about any of the vast number of characters. Furthermore, the link to Kingsbridge seemed tenuous, and it lacked the warmth of previous books set around the cathedral. This doesn’t stop it being a very good book, just a book that struggled to live up to its predecessors.

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Ken Follett-One of the best writers of all time-A Quality writer and this book certainly didn't disappoint. I'm already looking forward to the next book.

Another wonderful page-turning saga from the master of historical fiction.

Pillars of the Earth is still my all time favourite book and watching the town of Kingsbridge and its people evolve through the centuries has been brilliant. Each book has a unique set of characters all with the normal everyday issues of humanity no matter what century it is set in.

Armour of Light revolves around the industrial revolution and the many changes to the lives of workers especially in the cotton industry. Also he interminable battle with France and Napolean at the time only increased the suffering faced by many.

This book could be seen as a bridge between Ken's two historical series of Kingsbridge and The Century Triloogy.
Bound to be another best seller this Christmas.

This was again a  whopper of just over 1,000 pages but man oh man. It was another enthralling read by one of the best writers of historical fiction!

This book is part of the Kingsbridge series, a series that takes you on a journey through centuries of European history, all centered around the fictional town of Kingsbridge.
The Amour of Light is set between 1792 and 1824.

The attention to detail is astounding and Ken Follett seamlessly weaves historical events, politics, religion, and war into a gripping tale of ambition, love, and survival. The character development is exceptional, with each individual facing their own struggles and challenges, making them come alive on the page.
The characters are so well-crafted that they become like friends. Some characters you fall in love with, some you find despicable. I loved Sal! Her no-nonsense attitude and resilience were so heartwarming!
The themes of resilience, love, and the pursuit of justice are beautifully explored.
Religious strife, political intrigue, and espionage form the backdrop of the war against Bonaparte and the story ends just after the Battle of Waterloo.

Ken Follett has a unique talent for bringing the past to life and making it accessible to all readers. The depth of research and attention to detail is evident on every page!

Highly recommend!

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Ken Follett never fails to produce epic sweeping sagas that draw you in and don’t let you go until the last page. The Evening and the Morning is another such book, part of his Kingsbridge series. I can’t recommend him highly enough as an author who produces gripping books that you never want to put down.

Superb page turner from Ken Follett.

If you've read other books in the Kingsbridge series you'll love this new installment.

If you haven't, don't worry, you'll love this installment!

The characters grab you straight away, putting you in the world of 18th century England, charting the industrial revolution on a West of England town and it's population of weavers, middle class mill owners and the landed gentry.

Follett weaves social commentary into a fast paced epic story with births, deaths, love and loss.

Some satisfying character resolutions are somewhat predictable but Follett is a master of a well crafted, thought provoking saga. Highly recommended.

Industrial strife and war are the backdrop for this epic journey. Invest in the stories of Kit , his mother Sal as tragedy strikes at the start of the novel, of mill owner and weavers Amos and Spade and the brutal laws of the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Pure joy