Elizabeth Y. (Lizzann) reviewed on 3/29/2009

Helpful Score: 3

I read this book twenty yeears ago when it was first published and loved it then. When Oprah chose it for her book club I was surprised because I thought she only selected "current" books; it wa such a pleasant surprise to see her choose this one.

The story of the struggles it took to build the cathedrals of Europe is magnificent! In our modern age, we rarely think about how difficult it was to accomplish feats such as these in the Middle ages. Ken Follett has takrn an incredible journey to the times and places of the cathedrals. The research which must have gone into this book is almost beyond belief, and then to tell the story in such a way as to make you feel like you were there -- what can I say?

Back to all reviews by this member
Back to all reviews of this book
Back to Book Reviews
Back to Book Details