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Here Be Dragons (Welsh Princes, #1)

Sharon Kay Penman
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Here Be Dragons (Welsh Princes, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993

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Sharon Kay Penman

Here Be Dragons (Welsh Princes, #1)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1993
Book Details
Pages

704

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Wales • 13th century

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Here Be Dragons by Sharon Kay Penman is a historical novel intertwining the lives of a prince from Gwynedd, a princess from England, and a complex political landscape in medieval Wales. The story explores themes of loyalty, love, and power dynamics during a tumultuous period marked by conflict between Wales and England.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

27,303 ratings

84%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Here Be Dragons by Sharon Kay Penman receives praise for its detailed historical research and rich character development, immersing readers in medieval Wales. However, some find the pacing slow, affecting overall engagement. Despite this, it is celebrated for its intricate plotting and vivid portrayal of historical events.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Here Be Dragons (Welsh Princes, #1)?

Readers who enjoy historical fiction steeped in medieval British history, intricate political plots, and rich character development will appreciate Here Be Dragons by Sharon Kay Penman. Fans of Philippa Gregory's The Other Boleyn Girl and Ken Follett's The Pillars of the Earth will find Penman's work similarly compelling.

4.4

27,303 ratings

84%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

704

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

Wales • 13th century

Publication Year

1993

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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