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Dunnett has chosen the 15th-century Low Countries as the setting for her new historical series. The four-page list of characters announces the panoply of individuals, many based on historical persons. The fictional Claus, later Niccolo, is an apprentice at the Bruges branch of the Charetty company, run by the widowed owner. Claus is an engima, seemingly a buffoon getting into scrapes with Felix, the Charetty heir, but also capable of initiating a courier service in connection with the Charetty commercial and mercenary ventures. In an era of economic and political intrigue, Claus makes the most of all opportunitiesromantic and business. The action is swift; major and peripheral characters are well developed; and settings and events are interestingly depicted. The unresolved plots leave the door open for a sequel. Ellen Kaye Stoppel, Drake Univ. Law Lib., Des Moines
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5.0�toiles sur 5 my review, Mai 31 2001

Par	Ana Maria Barrenechea (Westboro, Ma United States) - Voir tous mes commentaires

This is the first book in the series from this author. In this book we are introduced, not only to the main character, Claes or Nicholas, but also to everything that is going on in the middle of the 15th century. We learn about Bruges, the center of trade for all of northern Europe, of Milan, Geneva, and the way business and trade was done in those days.

I grew up in Brussels, therefore I feel very close to the main setting of this book, as well as the history of the region. But also, the book just draws you into its plot. You cannot help it, but very soon you want to defend Claes and hope that he can vanquish his enemies and also you feel extremely happy when he is able to lift himself from being a simple servant to his present station.

The places, people, history, everything is masterfully detailed by the author. If you love history, this book is just "what the doctor ordered".

I hope everyone that reads this book enjoys it as I have done, and I am so looking forward to all the sequels.

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5.0�toiles sur 5 Just finished the entire series!, Mars 12 2001

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I feel a strange combination of exhilaration and depression having finished "Gemini," the eigthth (and final) book in Dorothy Dunnett's "House of Niccolo" series. Exhilaration that she has managed so successfully to bring the entire great mass of a story to its logical, satisfactory conclusion, but depression that I'll never read anything else "new" about all these people who have become so much a part of me.

All I can say to those of you who are considering this series is, don't hesitate--read these books! Let the story draw you in and you will not be disappointed. As another reviewer said, pay attention! Virtually everything that happens is important in this vast tale.

I cannot ever remember being as engrossed in any story collection I've ever read. Long live Dorothy Dunnett! I look forward to what's next!

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5.0�toiles sur 5 Don't start this unless you have time for the whole series, Janv. 30 2001

Par	Paul A. Steckler "paulste" (Seattle, WA United States) - Voir tous mes commentaires (REAL NAME)

Wow, what an addictive series! This book is glorious historical fiction along with a wonderful sense of pulling all the threads together in such a way that leaves the reader guessing throughout.

The only trouble is that once started, you will need to finish the entire series.

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5.0�toiles sur 5 A Strong Beginning to Another Great Series
I enjoyed the Lymond chronicles so much that I couldn't wait to begin the Niccolo series. Make no mistake about it. Read more

Publi� le Janv. 17 2001 par S. Schwartz

1.0�toiles sur 5 A laborious disappointment
I'm a lover of historical fiction, especially ones set during the Middle Ages. This is the reason I pruchased Niccolo' Rising by Dorthy Dunnett. Read more

Publi� le D�c 19 2000

5.0�toiles sur 5 House of Niccolo series
Complex characters, convoluted plots, and fascinating locations make the House Of Niccolo series of books a dream read for anyone who loves historical novels or adventure... Read more