Over the course of the next two weeks or so I ate, slept, and breathed in Kingsbridge (where the book takes place). It was completely engrossing. The basic plot is built around the...well, building :-p, of Kingsbridge Cathedral. It follows the lives of character's involved in the building of the cathedral. Most of it is centred on Jack, a young builder and Aliena, the daughter of an earl. There's a whole bunch of other character's and stories going on ,though. Pretty much all lots of life are presented from the Prior of Kingsbridge to the King. It's an amazing book and before long you believe completely in the characters. The second volume World Without End also kicks butt!
I realize that this might sound boring (so what? Their building a church. Good for them!) But don't take my word for it. I can't do it justice. You should just read it and see what you think. They're really is something for everyone, trust me on this one!
If ya don't feel like reading an 1000 page book, would could always watch the miniseries. It's really great! They did a very good job of bringing the novel to life. I'm a big fan of The Tudors and I was really glad that I had something to replace it with. Almost, at least! Unfortunately this week is the last episode :-( so if you want to check it out you had better be fast!
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I recently borrowed this from Meg and people I have talked to who have read it say its amazing !:) I'm pumped to read it !
As Jessie said, she borrowed the book from me, so I obviously read it. And I LOVED IT. I think it's one of those books where the characters and plot are honestly unforgetable. And I watched the miniseries too, which was amazing.
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