Here be Dragons (Welsh Princes, #1)
by Sharon Kay Penman
Here be Dragons by Sharon Kay Penman holds a highly rated rating of 4.30 out of 5, based on 16.2K reader ratings. First published in 1985. The book spans 704 pages.
About Here be Dragons
Thirteenth-century Wales is a divided country, ever at the mercy of England's ruthless, power-hungry King John. Then Llewelyn, Prince of North Wales, secures an uneasy truce with England by marrying the English king's beloved, illegitimate daughter, Joanna. Reluctant to wed her father's bitter enemy, Joanna slowly grows to love her charismatic and courageous husband who dreams of uniting Wales. But as John's attentions turn again and again to subduing Wales--and Llewelyn--Joanna must decide to which of these powerful men she owes her loyalty and love.A sweeping novel of power and passion, loyalty and lives, this is the book that began the trilogy that includes FALLS THE SHADOW and THE RECKONING.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Sharon Kay Penman |
| Published | 1985 |
| Pages | 704 |
| Genres | Historical Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Romance |
| Average Rating | 4.30 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 16,205 |
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What genre is Here be Dragons?
Here be Dragons is categorized as Historical Fiction, Fiction, Fantasy, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Here be Dragons worth reading?
Based on 16.2K reader ratings, Here be Dragons has an average score of 4.30 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is Here be Dragons?
Here be Dragons has 704 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Here be Dragons?
Here be Dragons was written by Sharon Kay Penman. It was first published in 1985.
What is the ISBN for Here be Dragons?
The ISBN-13 for Here be Dragons is 9780345382850.0.
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