Dawnlands by Philippa Gregory is a sensational Historical Fiction book set in 1685. Elinor and her family face many challenges in this 3rd volume of The Fairmile Series. Gregory transports her readers to 1685 by bringing history and her characters to life. In my opinion there’s no better way to feel, experience and understand history than to read well researched Historical Fiction. In the latest book of this series we share the lives of the characters in this marvelous book of the English Civil War. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. I appreciate the opportunity and thank the author and publisher for allowing me to read, enjoy and review this book. 5 Stars

I bought this as it was the third book in the trilogy and I couldn’t put it down. I thoroughly enjoyed this book, it was a very good trilogy and I would recommend it.

Book: Dawnlands Author: Phillipa Gregory Series: Fairmile, #3 Publisher: Atria (Simon & Schuster), Length: 526 Pages Overall Rating: 5/5 Stars Blog Rating: 5/5 Saltire Stars In this book it is 1685 and England is bursting at the seams where civil war is in the near future. Furthermore the current King Charles II has passed away without a child (heir) so the new King is his brother James. However there are many not happy about this decision and are not welcoming their new King or his young bride. This eventually starts a rebellion where William of Orange and his wife, who is also King James' daughter, becomes Queen. Ned Ferryman is happy hearing of a rebellion against the Stuart Royalty returning from the colonies with his Indian servant to join the uprising against Jacobite catholic King James. As Ned swears honor to the Duke of Monmouth, he finds a new love. Queen Mary brings her friend Livia to a terrified court. Livia hauls her son Matthew and his foster mothers Alinor and Alys to save the queen from Monmouth's invasion, and Matthew is gifted with the Manor of Foulmire: on the tidelands where Ned, Alinor and Alys had made bad choices and impoverished living. Therefore, Alinor is lady of the house, now Ned leads into the last battle between the royalists and commoners, praying for freedom. A powerful story of power, betrayal, deception, intrigue, and more. Been reading Gregory’s books for years as well as I have watched many shows on Starz too. She always writes a story that is absolutely awe-inspiring, unforgettable and extraordinary! It is almost like getting a history lesson in school that is absolutely exhilarating! Her phenomenal books are always a brilliant masterpiece! As this Dawnland novel is spectacular, a book Gregory fans do not want to miss! A book any lover of history and fiction will absolutely love! Disclaimer: I received an advance reader copy from Atria (Simon and Schuster) publishers. I voluntarily agreed to do a fair review and blog through netgalley. All thoughts, ideas and words are my own.

Book: Dawnlands Author: Phillipa Gregory Series: Fairmile, #3 Publisher: Atria (Simon & Schuster), Length: 526 Pages Overall Rating: 5/5 Stars Blog Rating: 5/5 Saltire Stars In this book it is 1685 and England is bursting at the seams where civil war is in the near future. Furthermore the current King Charles II has passed away without a child (heir) so the new King is his brother James. However there are many not happy about this decision and are not welcoming their new King or his young bride. This eventually starts a rebellion where William of Orange and his wife, who is also King James' daughter, becomes Queen. Ned Ferryman is happy hearing of a rebellion against the Stuart Royalty returning from the colonies with his Indian servant to join the uprising against Jacobite catholic King James. As Ned swears honor to the Duke of Monmouth, he finds a new love. Queen Mary brings her friend Livia to a terrified court. Livia hauls her son Matthew and his foster mothers Alinor and Alys to save the queen from Monmouth's invasion, and Matthew is gifted with the Manor of Foulmire: on the tidelands where Ned, Alinor and Alys had made bad choices and impoverished living. Therefore, Alinor is lady of the house, now Ned leads into the last battle between the royalists and commoners, praying for freedom. A powerful story of power, betrayal, deception, intrigue, and more. Been reading Gregory’s books for years as well as I have watched many shows on Starz too. She always writes a story that is absolutely awe-inspiring, unforgettable and extraordinary! It is almost like getting a history lesson in school that is absolutely exhilarating! Her phenomenal books are always a brilliant masterpiece! As this Dawnland novel is spectacular, a book Gregory fans do not want to miss! A book any lover of history and fiction will absolutely love! Disclaimer: I received an advance reader copy from Atria (Simon and Schuster) publishers. I voluntarily agreed to do a fair review and blog through netgalley. All thoughts, ideas and words are my own.

Slightly disappointed with the direction this series has taken. I had thought it might turn out to be a grand story of one of the great trading companies of the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, from poor beginnings to the heights of business/?political power. However the trading narrative was increasingly overwhelmed by the admittedly fascinating persona and activities of Livia, an amazing creation, but also I thought, leading the narrative in a slightly different direction. But never the less an intriguing story that kept me reading to the end.