The Bright Sword (2024) by Lev Grossman, 688 pages
After
reading the reviews from Kara
and Regan,
I decided to give this book a go. I love Arthurian tales and this one did not
disappoint. I particularly loved how it deals with what does a Knight of the
Round Table do when their leader dies and spiritual quests dry up? Collum, a
would-be knight, finds himself at the center of this conundrum and the reluctant problem solver. This is a
meandering tale that frequently flashes back to the great Knights’ adventures.
Grossman tackles everything from the Knights’ pettiness between each other, the
lasting influence Roman occupation to the reluctant spread of Christianity. If
you are looking for a quick read - this is not it. But, if you want to slow
down and just enjoy a tale, this is your book.
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