When Sir Walter Scott, a solicitor by trade, produced Ivanhoe in 1791, he invented the historical novel. This great romantic tale of peril and rescue, chivalry and pageantry created a genre

It's brilliantly written, the most tremendous story, a fantastic adventure, and it's also got this wonderful love story

I devoured it

[Ivanhoe] entranced people all over Europe, with Goethe declaring that Scott had invented 'a wholly new art'

The central place of Sir Walter Scott and all his works is so deeply ingrained in the Scottish consciousness that there is scarcely an article written about Scotland or Scottishness that does not mention his name

Those who harp on about the decline or end of literature in France, stuck in its formalism, nihilism or narcissism, are advised to read The Victoria System. It will give them a good wake-up slap

A fantastic and sensual modern thriller, like nothing I've ever read

Ambitious, complex, sparkling, to be devoured in one sitting

Reinhardt is a fine and subtle psychologist . . . with a keen eye for the perverse ways in which capitalism exploits all levels of society and leaves behind smoking ruins. Anyone who begins this book will not quickly put it down

The Thousand Names is an assured debut from Django Wexler and a must-read if you enjoy an action-packed, page-turner.

...an ambitious, well-written opening act. I can’t wait for book two, and I think most readers will feel likewise after reading this.

... I was very impressed with The Thousand Names and immediately dove into the sequel The Shadow Throne. Recommended.

Wexler’s polished military fantasy, first in the Shadow Campaign series, distinguishes itself from other epic doorstops with its unique setting, intricate plotting, and layered characters…This excellent series debut is for fans of Peter Brett, Daniel Abraham, and Joe Abercrombie.

The scenes of military life and combat tactics are well crafted.