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My top 5 historical novels
The Lords of the North (Alfred the Great 3)The Lords of the North (Alfred the Great 3) by Bernard Cornwell
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Cornwell's Viking saga at its best - and they're all good.
The Blooding of Jack AbsoluteThe Blooding of Jack Absolute by C.C. Humphreys
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A great character who brings C18th to life with a verve lacking in some other characters.
Master and CommanderMaster and Commander by Patrick O'Brian
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Just one example of how an author can use language to bring the period to life. One of many great reads.
Mr.Midshipman HornblowerMr.Midshipman Hornblower by C.S. Forester
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Don't knock it, I grew up with these and they're the perfect start to getting the taste for navel fiction.
The Winter KingThe Winter King by Bernard Cornwell
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A fantastic trilogy that brings an unknown period to life; it's got it all, betrayal, friendship, love, conflict. Great.