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Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade (Lord John Grey, #2)

Diana Gabaldon
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Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade (Lord John Grey, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007

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Diana Gabaldon

Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade (Lord John Grey, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2007
Book Details
Pages

494

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 18th century

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade by Diana Gabaldon follows Lord John Grey as he navigates political intrigue and personal turmoil in 18th-century England. He delves into a family mystery while balancing his duties as a soldier and nobleman. The novel blends historical fiction with elements of mystery and adventure, featuring complex characters and detailed settings.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

34,905 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Diana Gabaldon's Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade receives praise for its rich historical detail and complex character development. Readers appreciate the blend of mystery and historical fiction. However, some critics note that the pacing can be uneven, and the plot occasionally feels convoluted. Overall, it's a compelling read for fans of the genre.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade (Lord John Grey, #2)?

Readers who enjoy Diana Gabaldon's Lord John and the Brotherhood of the Blade typically appreciate historical fiction imbued with mystery and adventure, similar to Bernard Cornwell’s Sharpe series. They favor rich, period-accurate settings and complex characters embroiled in personal and political intrigue.

4.2

34,905 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

494

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 18th century

Publication Year

2007

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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