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I found this book on the Book Exchange shelf in Central Eating in Eastbourne today.

Since it's original journal entry, it was released by Much Ado Books in Alfriston for WBN 2012.

Having been a great fan of the Sharpe TV series all those years ago, I don't think I've ever actually got around to reading any Bernard Cornwell book before. I expected something much fluffier and certainly not the (I believe) well researched and interesting tale that unfolded. I am now a little wiser about this important period in European history but still feel as though I have been entertained rather than educated! Harlequin was a World Book Night choice for 2012 which is how I found the title, but I wouldn't hesitate to recommend the novel to a wide readership - not just those who have a particular interest in history.

On the book exchange shelves in the bar.