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Book SynopsisThe epic first novel in the million-selling Brethren trilogy.
Trade ReviewBRETHREN is one of the best historical debuts in recent memory. Exciting and enthralling, it gripped me from the first page and left me waiting anxiously for the next instalment -- John Connolly
Pacy and well-written, with vivid, convincing characters, BRETHREN captures your interest until the last page. I eagerly anticipate the sequel, knowing I will not be disappointed -- Alison Weir
Engaging and enjoyable - Robyn Young brings the tumultuous medieval world to life with pace and flair -- Tom Harper, author, Knights Of The Cross
El Cid meets
The Da Vinci Code! Exciting, page-turning fiction * Simon Mayo's Book Panel, BBC Radio Five Live *
Rich historical detail, clever plotting and engaging characters . . . a historical thriller that will have readers turning pages and envisioning the sequel * Publishers Weekly *
BRETHREN is one of the best historical debuts in recent memory. Exciting and enthralling, it gripped me from the first page and left me waiting anxiously for the next instalment * John Connolly, author of THE BLACK ANGEL and THE BOOK OF LOST THINGS *
Pacy and well-written, with vivid, convincing characters, BRETHREN captures your interest until the last page. I eagerly anticipate the sequel, knowing I will not be disappointed * Alison Weir *
'Engaging and enjoyable - Robyn Young brings the tumultuous medieval world to life with pace and flair' * Tom Harper, author,
Knights Of The Cross *
If you love the Templars, the Crusades, and the Middle Ages, this is the book for you. Robyn Young is an exciting new voice that speaks loudly * Sharon Penman, author *
A sweeping historical adventure with strong characters and serious verve...hits all the big emotional points...Can't wait for the next two volumes! * Sarah Weinman (
Baltimore Sun, Shots Magazine, Galleycat blog) *
Wonderful... loaded with atmosphere, action, and intrigue. The Crusades come alive * Steve Berry, author of THE TEMPLAR LEGACY *
Rich historical detail, clever plotting and engaging characters . . . a historical thriller that will have readers turning pages and envisioning the sequel *
Publishers Weekly *
Intricate, compelling, captivating and, above all, believable ... a brilliant piece of sustained imagination * David Boyle, author of BLONDEL'S SONG *
Robyn Young's BRETHREN is a truly excellent novel. The thirteenth century is vividly and excitingly evoked ... I can't wait for the sequel! * Mark Philpott, Centre for Medieval & Renaissance Studies, Oxford *
'Stirring...carefully researched' *
Publishing News *
Richly worked and captivating...an epic story of war, intrigue and heroism *
Good Book Guide *
Tipped to be the next Da Vinci Code *
Elle *
El Cid meets The Da Vinci Code! Exciting, page-turning fiction * Simon Mayo's Book Panel,
BBC Radio Five Live *
