The Century: La caída de los gigantes / Fall of Giants (Series #1) (Paperback)

from john257hopper

First in a new immense and sweeping historical saga covering much of the twentieth century, this was brilliant. I thought it was better than Pillars of the Earth (much though I loved that). The run up to the outbreak of WWI was very gripping and dramatic: the sense of incomprehension that the gre...

from mojomomma

I love Follett's historical fiction. This series will cover the twentieth century and this volume begins the saga during the build-up to World War I. We meet several different families who all in some way have a ringside seat to the events that shape our current world. The Williams of Wales, the ...

from NatalieAlanna

Great book. As a history lover I really enjoy how historically accurent Ken Follet is in his stories. The narrative was rich and exciting and I loved this book as well as the 2nd book in the trilogy, Winter of the World. I cant wait until the last book comes out this year!

from rosienotrose

Absolutely loved this! Great mix of personal stories with political history in so many countries involved in WW1. Can't wait to read the next one.

from sgsmitty

This type of book is not my usual genre. But this one intrigued me a lot. So I dove into via audible during my commute. I found it rich and complex but very accessible. The writing style was not too complex or difficult. I will be starting the next one tomorrow.