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Excalibur (The Warlord Chronicles, #3)

Bernard Cornwell
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Excalibur (The Warlord Chronicles, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998

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Bernard Cornwell

Excalibur (The Warlord Chronicles, #3)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998
Book Details
Pages

436

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Britain • 5th century

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Bernard Cornwell's Excalibur, a person embarks on a journey set in Arthurian Britain, navigating through battles, alliances, and personal dilemmas. The narrative focuses on themes of loyalty, honor, and the complexities of power within the legendary realm of King Arthur. This novel concludes Cornwell's acclaimed trilogy, providing a gripping end to the epic saga.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

37,445 ratings

90%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Bernard Cornwell's Excalibur receives praise for its vivid historical detail and engaging narrative. Critics laud the character development and seamless blend of myth and history. Some reviewers, however, find the pacing uneven and criticize occasional anachronistic elements. Overall, it's highly recommended for fans of historical fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Excalibur (The Warlord Chronicles, #3)?

A reader who enjoys Bernard Cornwell's Excalibur is likely a fan of historical fiction, particularly those with epic battles and rich medieval settings. Similar to readers of Ken Follett’s The Pillars of the Earth and George R.R. Martin’s A Game of Thrones, they appreciate intricate plots, detailed historical contexts, and complex character development.

4.5

37,445 ratings

90%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

436

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Britain • 5th century

Publication Year

1998

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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