King's Man
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| Preceded by | Holy Warrior (2010) |
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| Followed by | Warlord (2012) |
King's Man is the third novel of the eight-part Outlaw Chronicles series by British writer of historical fiction Angus Donald, released on 21 July 2011 through Little, Brown and Company.
Plot summary
This novel continues the story of Alan Dale, based on the historical
Reception
The novel has received some praise. Gareth Wilson, of Falcata Time states that the book is "beautifully written" and also notes it is "classy storytelling style spartanesque prose, [sic] cracking overall arc which when blended with his own writing style really generates something special.".[1] Author Giles Kristian, writing for on-line book database Love Reading, stated that the novel is "A fresh, lively and welcome take on one of the world's most famous outlaws." and that it "stirred in me a nostalgia for all the great stories of my childhood; those that thrilled me, inspired me and shaped who I am today.". Additionally, The Times stated that the novel is "A glorious, gritty, violent, fast-moving recreation of an English legend".
References
- ^ Wilson, Gareth (24 July 2011). "Falcata Times: HISTORICAL FICTION REVIEW: Outlaw Chronicles 3: King's Man – Angus Donald". Falcatatimes.blogspot.com. Retrieved 31 October 2011.