London in Chains (Audiobook)

from emmytuck

**3.5**As someone who is not overly familiar with the English Civil War, I am happy to say that I did not have trouble following the history of this story. Setting the period between the major phases of the wars was smart as it provided background to what came before, as well as setting the scene...

from byroade

I always enjoy Bradshaw's historical fiction and was pleased to spend two evenings gulping down this engaging story of a young woman finding meaningful work, political consciousness, and a worthy love interest. Bradshaw never settles for life among the wealthy when taking her readers back in time...

from DWWilkin

While this is a romance, that is not its strength. The romantic elements are not really developed as opposed to the historical context and background that Ms. Bradshaw provides us in what becomes an excellent glimpse into a time that perhaps most know little about. London, after the victory of Pa...

from bunwat

This is a solid, workmanlike example of what Gillian Bradshaw does well. Her historical fiction is reliably; interesting, historically accurate, character driven, and readable. Sometimes her novels are utterly absorbing and sometimes they don't catch that elusive spark, and are just very good. Th...