Rosemary SutcliffThe Shining Company (A Sunburst Book)

This moving true story maintains that deep human understanding that speaks to young and old along with unrivalled ability to bring, people, history and events alive in a way that is magical. I read this book when young and now late in life and its magic and emotion have only increased.

I am loving stocking up on her books on kindle. I can see why this post Roman/ Dark Ages historical novel is one of her lesser known works, as I'm not sure how it would work as teen fiction. I had no idea I would find myself reading about The Gododdin when I started this book. I just happen to be a nut for this neglected period of history. It had me practically in tears by the end. Wonderful.

Love Rosemary Sutcliffe's books. Have been reading them for years, on and off. The atmosphere is there and it is easy to get lost in her descriptive narrative. Am slowly re-reading her novels and finding ones I haven't read before. A good read for all ages.

Brilliant book by a brilliant writer.

not up to rosemary sutcliffs usual standard