I’ve had a lot of free time in the past 2-3 weeks which gave me a chance to get back to reading. I laid my hands on a Ken Follett epic – World Without End, sequel to his best seller novel Pillars of the Earth.
I must say it was delight to read this 1100 page saga which is written in true Ken Follett style captivating the reader till the end. The novel takes one back to ancient England to the era of King Edward III and very beautifully weaves a tale around a town which is fighting for it’s survival. The influence of clergy on the common man and the blind faith of people highlights the darker side of religion.
Power, politics, corruption and deception is pitted against love, sincerity and true devotion and the courage and will power to remain honest towards a cause. The pendulum keeps swinging in favor of either side keeping the reader hooked throughout.
It felt great to read Follett after so long. Looking forward to the next big one – Fall of Giants
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