Sovereign (Matthew Shardlake Series #3)

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The Kindle price for this book is $7.88. Why is the Nook edition priced so much higher?

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Matthew Shardlake is wonderful!!!!!!

I have read first 2 books in this series and am in love with the setting and characters. This is how I enjoy learning history....throw in a good mystery or romance along with actual facts and I absorb all. Love it.

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Pricing!

I second that last post! Why ARE the nook books so expensive? Makes me want to buy the paperback at borders!

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Sovereign -- the perfect union of mystery with history.

After reading DISSOLUTION and DARK FIRE I eagerly awaited the 3rd novel in this enjoyable series and certainly wasn't disappointed with SOVEREIGN. It is a superior read with an exciting plot, believable characters and a "you are there" description of Tudor England. I found the scene with Matthew in the Tower totally nerve-racking -- no pun intended. I sincerely hope Mr. Sansom is considering another adventure for Matthew and Jack.

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The best one!!

Although I love all of CJ Sansom's books I thought this is the best one. I highly recommend it. I wish the author would write more in the series. They are wonderful books...I give them as gifts.

I am hooked! This is the sad part of finding an excellent series

I am hooked! This is the sad part of finding an excellent series like this: I have now completed the third installment and only have two to go with no news of a sixth book! - alas! to have loved and lost...

England during the 16th century has long been a fascination of mine. Short of a time machine this is the best way to visit! Imagine the tumult to the populous King Henry caused when he told the Pope to take a hike! Granted this is the Protestant Reformation and the world was ready for a change, but to live through that change.

I would love to see this series or at least spin-off series surf through the tumult after Henry VIII dies. There is the nine day reign of Queen Jane; Bloody Mary as she tries to subjugate England under Spain; and the touch-and-go start Queen Elizabeth's reign. Then there is Elizabeth's rise beginning the British Empire, upon which the sun never set! The rumors that sir Francis Bacon is indeed Elizabeth's son, etc...

And through all of that societal upheaval and tumult stands the unassuming Matthew Shardlake. (This is very close to the beginnings of the middle class.) It is here where the story gets its sole. Matthew begins the series as an Idealist finding his cause in the reform movements. As the series progresses, Matthew sees first hand how power corrupts. He modifies his philosophy the best he is able seeing good on both sides of the Papist - Reformist struggle. Leaving himself but a razor's edge to walk upon.

Great book! Great series!

I have read the whole series. Matthew Sharlake is my favorite "detective"!

Fabulous

Every book in this series held my attention in a way that most mystery/crime books no longer can do. I loved every minute of the reading and stayed up late when I couldn't put the book down.

As Good as it gets!

I have read the first two Matthew Shardlake mysteries and find that they are outstanding. Series #3 is the best yet. The attention to detail and the historic research put into his books is just outstanding and would be well worth reading for that alone. The great part about it is that the mystery surrounding the history is also well thought out and researched. Shardlake is a great character. I enjoy reading these books and only hope that the author continues with this series. I have also purchased Series #4 and look forward to reading it. The most interested part of this was the logistics of making a royal trip on land. You won't be disappointed.

I want the whole series.....

I love these books!!! When does this one arrive as an ebook? I can't go any further until I read this one and I want it for my Nook with all the rest.

Sansom's become my favorite author

Mr. Sansom is without a doubt a jewel in the crown of historical fiction and suspense! He quickly became my favorite author after the first installment in the Matthew Shardlake series. Mr. Shardlake is a wonderful creation. His ethics are so honorable and yet he is so utterly human. I admire him greatly and am very attached to him. I certainly hope Mr. Sansom continues to write with Shardlake at the center. Sovereign continues to pull me into not only the time historically, but into the lives of the characters themselves. I always longed to go back to the book and as I neared its end I was sad to let them go. That is the true evidence of an author who has captured my heart. I await Mr. Sansom's April unveiling.

If you love Tudor England- this is the book for you

While in the midst of uncovering secrets and a killer characters have conversations about the current and past monarch- shedding light on family trees and lines of succession.

Perfect

Another well written book from this author. Sovereign picks up the story where Dark Fire left off. A book that is worth the time and money. The series is started by Dissolution Dark fire Sovereign

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