Historical Fiction
A prequel to The Pillars of the Earth, set in the Dark Ages, exploring ambition, rivalry, and survival in early medieval England.
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A prequel to The Pillars of the Earth, set in the Dark Ages, exploring ambition, rivalry, and survival in early medieval England.
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#1 New York Times Bestseller An Amazon Best Book of 2020 The thrilling and addictive prequel to The Pillars of the Earth --set in England at the dawn of a new era: the Middle Ages "Just as transporting as [ The Pillars of the Earth ] . . . A most welcome addition to the Kingsbridge series." -- The Washington Post It is 997 CE, the end of the Dark Ages. England is facing attacks from the Welsh in the west and the Vikings in the east. Those in power bend justice according to their will, regardless...
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Romance & sex
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Frequent sexual scenes with some explicit detail; recurring theme in character relationships. Graphic sexual violence against women and girls; recurring and disturbing.
Violence & gore
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Graphic depictions of murder and violence; central to plot with intense scenes.
Profanity
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Minimal use of strong language; not a dominant feature.
Substance use
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Brief mentions of alcohol use; not central or glamorized.
LGBTQ+ Rep.
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Religious content
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Moderate presence of clergy and religious themes; tied to historical setting.
Magic & witchcraft
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Occult / demonology
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Political content
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Themes of power, justice, and leadership in a historical context.
Self-harm / suicide
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Abuse & suffering
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Depictions of slavery, exploitation of women, and systemic cruelty; central themes. Graphic sexual violence against women and girls; recurring and disturbing.
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