Readers' Comments

A selection of comments made by readers of The Long Circle:

"This is a great adventure yarn that I found hard to put down. Mainly I loved the characters seamlessly coming into the story and making it richer, so this medieval world of Teynland came to life. The plot kept me wondering right until the end and the mix of a journey of a man and getting to know the characters made this a book I really got into. This author has a great instinct for story telling that takes you somewhere you don't want to leave."

Linda - North Yorkshire, UK

"I describe the story as 'riveting' when recommending the book to others. Of the opening scenes in The Long Circle, the word 'atmospheric' came to mind."

Annie - Widnes, UK

"This was a well crafted book with layer upon layer of rich description. Whether it was custom or costume, settlement or strategy - the narrative never failed to inspire a sense of time and place, with the yarn moving comfortably through the changing landscapes that so obviously inspire the author. I was gripped by the pace of each unfolding conflict and charmed by the familiarity of the characters. I'm sure I've sat around that same campfire, having those same conversations in a previous life!"

Rob - Brisbane, Australia

"I liked the adventurous aspect of this tale and enjoyed being immersed into another time and discovering rich descriptions of craftsmanship. I also liked the political, almost utopian approach of a young man who might be given the possibility to build, or at least transform a society, surrounded by men of experience. After reading this book I bought more copies for friends."

Isabelle - Munich, Germany

"Check out UK radio host Ian Bellard's book, 'The Long Circle.' I'm half way through and thoroughly enjoying a medieval world of intriguing battles of good over evil. The accounts of treks through Brit-style landscapes are so vivid they take me right back to hikes I've taken myself in some of the wilder regions of UK."

Andrew - Toronto, Canada

"Ian produces a variety of work. His writing style is varied, keeping the reader on their toes."

Sue - Runcorn, UK

"A right good read."

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