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Sunne in Splendour
Sunne in Splendour
Author: Sharon Kay Penman
"The Sunne in Splendour" is a magnificent historical novel about Richard III. Set against a vast, colourful canvas, it covers the whole period of The War of the Roses opening with Richard as a child of seven and following him through a turbulent youth and manhood to his betrayal and death at The Battle of Bosworth Field. The historical detail is...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780517401620
ISBN-10: 0517401622
Publication Date: 4/6/1985
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5 stars, based on 2 ratings
Publisher: Random House Value Publishing
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
Members Wishing: 1
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KellyP avatar reviewed Sunne in Splendour on + 142 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 4
Sharon Kay Penman is my favorite historical fiction author. As one reviewer said, her novel is "rich in detail and research." She has a mastferful approach to making a story out of historical fact that keeps you turning the pages and looking for more!

This book is about King Richard III.
Raineth avatar reviewed Sunne in Splendour on
Helpful Score: 3
This is not only the best historical fiction novel I've read, but it's also one the best books I've ever read! Penman completely flips the "standard" character of Richard III that many of us are familiar with. If you're a fan of historical fiction (and even if you're not), please give this book a shot. You won't regret it!
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Helpful Score: 1
This was an excellent historical novel about King Richard III from childhood to his death. Filled with treachery and treason, love and passion, this 900 page book was one I could not put down.
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HISTORICAL NOVEL REDEEMS RICHARD III.
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Interesting author - I'd like to read more of her work. Great historical fiction about Richard III.
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brittab avatar reviewed Sunne in Splendour on + 9 more book reviews
Desert Island Keeper - one of my favorite books of all time. Brilliant account of Richard IIIs life. Tons of research went into this book. Marvelous writing. Love this author.
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Man of honor, an idealist, kind, faithful, loyal. That is the Richard III we find in The Sunne in Splendor. Penman has written a terrific historical fiction novel that seems to come alive on the page. It is reading history unfold and in this story the white rose is in bloom.