When I checked this book out of the local library, my favorite librarian looked concerned. Based on her knowledge of my reading habits, she was dubious that I would like Sharpe's Tiger. Knowing her reading tastes, I soon realized that the book is far too bloody, raw, and unrestrained for her delicate sensibilities. If you like your adventure stories to be pretty antiseptic in protecting you from grisly reality, this book won't be for you. If, on the other hand, you enjoy feeling like you are there and experiencing the story, you'll adore Sharpe's Tiger.
The year is 1799. The place is Mysore in India. Richard Sharpe is a relatively untested private who is good at thinking and acting quickly. After Sergeant Bickerstaff dies, Sharpe ... Read More:
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Read Wallace Breem or William Alteri or Iggulden first.As one reviewer has pointed out,the trouble with this book is that it relfects too much the way roman history is taught in the British educational system.Somehow the Brits have never gotten used to the fact that the Romans conquered Britain.Not only that,but the Romans did not like the uneducated savages they found there.So they proceeded to build roads,houses,towns,bridges,waterways,baths,etc and to teach the locals how to read;write,count;knit,medicate,cook,make wine etc to bring them up to the standards of Roman civilisation.But the British educational system has never gotten over the fact that the Romans conquered Britain and so continues to portray the Romans as "bad","corrupt" and so on.And ... Read More:
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My son has all of the Astrosaur books and particularly enjoyed this as it was given as a Christmas present. He loved that the book involved (to him) the best two things at that time Father Christmas & Astrosaurs!!
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As an adult I enjoyed this book and fully expect my 10 year old sons to as well. My ten year old has a mild form of Asperger's and there was a lot of instant recognition of the characteristics of Ted that I see in my son too. I expect that he will get a lot out of this book for that reason too.
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J Chippingdale is allegedly a Top 50 reviewer. How can this be when his review looks just like the blurb from a hardcover jacket? Shame on you Chippers!
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This exciting adventure book is the first in a series. It is about Lara, the first dog to be trained as a 'spy dog'! Lara finds herself at the RSPCA after trying to escape form the horrible Mr Big.
Will Lara enjoy being a family dog or will she want to return to the Secret Service?
This is the best book I've ever read! Even better there are two more books to enjoy in the series! My favourite character was Lara, as I love dogs! Philip
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This is an amazing book. A beautifully written love story that also builds you and challenges you spiritually as you read it! Perfect. I could not put it down and sobbed for the last few chapters. Cant wait to read more from this author.
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I would recommend this book to anyone. This fantasy is well worth a read (and the money) and you also know you have a good series to get into. With Superiour Saturday just released (all of which are great reads) you can read them all in time for Sundays book. Garth Nix is a great author and all his books are great. Would really recommend it.
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I would recommend this book to anyone. This fantasy is well worth a read (and the money) and you also know you have a good series to get into. With Superiour Saturday just released (all of which are great reads) you can read them all in time for Sundays book. Garth Nix is a great author and all his books are great. Would really recommend it.
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If you haven't yet read Sharpe's Tiger, I recommend that you begin your reading of this exciting series with that book. The characters and story in Sharpe's Triumph will make more sense that way.
If you liked Sharpe's Tiger, you will probably enjoy Sharpe's Triumph even more. The story here is more historically accurate, the various battles are brilliantly described, and readers will find it easier to identify with Sharpe as the hero of the story.
As the book opens, Sergeant Sharpe has been sent to pick up some ammunition . . . a seemingly dull assignment that soon becomes quite meaningful. There's a rogue lieutenant from the British East India Company who has a bounty on his head, and Sharpe is soon drawn into the search for Lieutenant ... Read More:
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