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This Was a Man (The Clifton Chronicles, #7)

Jeffrey Archer
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This Was a Man (The Clifton Chronicles, #7)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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Jeffrey Archer

This Was a Man (The Clifton Chronicles, #7)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1940s-1970s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

This Was a Man by Jeffrey Archer is the seventh and final book in the Clifton Chronicles series. The story concludes the saga of the Clifton and Barrington families, chronicling their triumphs and struggles as they navigate social, political, and personal challenges from the post-World War II era onwards.

Reviews & Readership

4.4

73,261 ratings

87%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

This Was a Man by Jeffrey Archer is praised for its engaging plot and well-developed characters, providing a satisfying conclusion to the Clifton Chronicles series. Critics commend Archer's storytelling prowess. However, some find the narrative too predictable and the subplots lacking depth. Overall, it is a compelling read for series fans.

Who should read this

Who Should Read This Was a Man (The Clifton Chronicles, #7)?

Fans of epic family sagas and intricate character development will relish Jeffrey Archer's This Was a Man. Ideal for readers of Ken Follett's The Century Trilogy or Barbara Taylor Bradford's A Woman of Substance, this novel blends historical context with compelling personal drama, making it a captivating read for those who enjoy multilayered storytelling.

4.4

73,261 ratings

87%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

England • 1940s-1970s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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