Couldn't Put It Down

Sally Gardner has written another fascinating piece of historical fiction, "The Silver Blade". Set in the French Revolution it is both intricate and intriguing and beautifully written. It is the follow up to"The Red Necklace" and both stories involve a cast of characters that include a gypsy, a dwarf, a beautiful young girl and of course a very evil character. Magic and mystery will keep you turning the pages well into the night as you read how Yann saves aristocrats from the guillotine but also how the evil Count, who never forgets who wronged him, is seeking revenge. This is especially disturbing as the devil himself has given the count powers that are seemingly unstoppable.

What have you read today?