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stalwartstench's review against another edition
adventurous
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
ultimatecryptid's review against another edition
Just an absolute nightmare to follow along with, even by arthurian standards.
sorinahiggins's review against another edition
5.0
This is a powerful, memorable book. It's very strange, and it has some deeply disturbing passages--intentionally so, I believe, as Housman is questioning some rooted prejudices and abuses in Arthuriana--but its compelling prose and courageous spiritual explorations make it worth putting high up on your list of Arthurian adaptations.
jessriguez's review against another edition
5.0
One of the finest books I've ever read, and probably the finest Arthurian novel. Clemence Housman writes this novel in a style similar to Malory, which is befitting considering how tied to Le Morte this novel is. Aglovale is a minor character in arthuriana, outshined by his brothers Lamorak and Tor, and especially Percivale, one of the Grail Knights. Housman fills out this conflicted mans life, from his villainous ways early in his life to his fostering of his young brother, one of the finest knights of the Round Table. The fact that this book is out of print is a crime.
laurelthebooks's review against another edition
1.75
Very flowery language - I’d recommend if you’re a fan of the early Arthurian romances. The ending redeemed it for me, but the first half was a fairly excruciating read for me personally because of the writing style (story was on point though).
brynhammond's review
5.0
In spite of its faults. For Aglovale, a great sinner and an agonised saint, and for his servant Brose. I'll never forget those two. An original.
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