Helpful Score: 2
Jecks creatively brings everyone together in this novel, which begins where "The Bishop Must Die" leaves off. Woven into this story are several plots--which Edward will ascend to the throne; who will the Bardi banks support--Edward II or his son and proclaimed king by Mortimer and Queen Isabella; who murders a vill's yeoman; who continues support for Edward II, and who wants to see him dead?
Historical research plays a key role into Jecks' success with his Templar Series, and King's Gold is no exception. Jecks describes characters and places in vivid detail, so that their greed, agony, and loyalty are keenly felt by the reader, as well. King's Gold addresses the end of Edward II's reign with compassion and stays true to the historical fact that no one knows when or how Edward II, regardless Edward's public funeral of 1327, died. Similarly, events for the 31st novel of the series are also set in play. Another excellent 14th century tale!
Historical research plays a key role into Jecks' success with his Templar Series, and King's Gold is no exception. Jecks describes characters and places in vivid detail, so that their greed, agony, and loyalty are keenly felt by the reader, as well. King's Gold addresses the end of Edward II's reign with compassion and stays true to the historical fact that no one knows when or how Edward II, regardless Edward's public funeral of 1327, died. Similarly, events for the 31st novel of the series are also set in play. Another excellent 14th century tale!
