- Paperback: 96 pages
- Publisher: HarperCollins Canada / Trade; World Book Day ed edition (Sep 7 2006)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0007221665
- ISBN-13: 978-0007221660
- Product Dimensions: 19.2 x 12.4 x 1.2 cm
- Shipping Weight: 82 g
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #195,232 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Praise for Conn Iggulden and his books: 'Great fun ! the great events and breathtaking brutality of the times are brought lavishly to life.' GUARDIAN 'A brilliant story -- I wish I'd written it. A novel of vivid characters, stunning action and unrelenting pace. It really is a terrific read.' BERNARD CORNWELL 'Stunning. Words like "brilliant", "sumptuous" and "enchanting" jostle to be used but scarcely convey the way Iggulden brings the tale to life ! exhilarating.' Los Angeles Times
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A dark, chilling psychological thriller from the number one bestselling author of the "Emperor" series. "Blackwater" is being published as part of the Quick Reads initiative on World Book Day 2006. How do you know when you're in too deep? Davey has always lived in the shadow of his older brother, a smiling sociopath who will stop at nothing to protect himself and his family. But when the shadowy figure of Denis Tanter comes into Davey's life, how far will the bond of brotherhood reach?
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Blackwater, July 13 2009
By Lance Mitchell - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Blackwater (Paperback)
Blackwater by Conn Iggulden is a fast-moving story told by Davey, a man who has lived his life as a tragic victim, often suffering at the hands of those closest to him. The book starts with Davey standing in the cold, calm, dark, nocturnal sea at Brighton beach, wearing his best suit and reflecting on his awful life.
Since childhood, his main tormentor has been his own brother, but things have recently got much worse. His wife treats him very badly, but he can suffer that because of his deep-seated love for her. It is because of her actions that two extremely violent men have joined the long list of people who have made his life a living hell.
Davey's tale is easy to read as it is written in conversational English. It moves at such a pace that the reader is always wondering how it will conclude and that view changes continually throughout the book. Even when the last word has been read, one is left puzzling over what could happen next.
Blackwater has a flavour of Ian McEwan's Saturday about it. I doubt that its pace and tension could be maintained to a lengthier version in a full-blown novel, but as a short story, I would rate it highly and would certainly recommend it to a friend.
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Somebody's Been Cheating..., Oct 21 2011
By J. Ferris "tunawish" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Blackwater (Paperback)
The title of my review is as close to a spoiler as I could get without giving anything away.Fantastic story!
Gripping & contagious...
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Short but so good., Aug 23 2011
By "unknown" - Published on Amazon.com
This review is from: Blackwater (Paperback)
A good story that is so completely gripping from the beginning that I couldn't leave it unfinished. Knowing what the plot is doesnt give you the slightest idea how thrilling and dark it really is. A fantastic read. Short but oh so sweet.
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