John Shakespeare (4 books in series)
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review 1: I always look forward to a new Rory Clements novel with lots of anticipation. This sixth installment of the John Shakespeare series was well worth the wait. Sixteenth century England, particularly the Tudor dynasties, is rich with all manner of powerful and interesting history....
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review 1: Just finished this 5th book in the John Shakespeare sagas and it did not disappoint. I really enjoy this series about the fictional brother of Will Shakespeare. Rory Clements really does his historical research homework. I recommend this series to anyone interested in a good my...
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review 1: First book in the series, and I will definitely read more. Very interesting plot, characters & setting. I especially liked the incorporation of historical figures in the story (Sir Francis Drake, Sir Francis Walsingham, etc.) and the use of Protestant vs. Catholic conflicts as a ...
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review 1: John Shakespeare (yes, I know, I found it a bit difficult as well but William does play a small role in both the books I've read) gets set a task. It's not one he relishes but it's made totally clear that he hasn't a lot of choice. There have been claims that a survivor from the ...