David Field is once again taking us into the political upheavals of the newly formed Norman Empire with one of the most truculent civil war in Medieval English history.

The fight for power between William's granddaughter Matilda and Stephen of Blois is at the center of this riveting piece of historical fiction, a very accomplished novel full of misplaced ambitions, long-festering family grudges and lots of unsavory and dangerous political shenanigans....

With this captivating read full of twists and turns, sparkling historical details, lots of delicious dialogues and blessed with a delightful cast of exquisitely drawn characters, Mr. Field has proved once again that he is a magnificent storyteller and one of the best English wordsmiths at work today when it comes to great historical fiction.

An excellent addiction that deserves to be enjoyed without any moderation whatsoever!

Many thanks to Netgalley and Sapere Books for this terrific ARC

England is at war – with itself!

England, 1120

When Henry I dies with no legitimate male heir, the nation is thrown into chaos.

The two rivals for the crown are Henry’s daughter Matilda and his nephew Stephen of Blois, both of whom are determined to emerge victorious.

A bitter struggle ensues which threatens to reduce England to a barren wasteland and many ordinary people find themselves torn apart from each other in the confusion of deciding which side to fight for.

One of those caught up in the fray is young soldier Richard Walsingham who is fighting alongside Stephen. But his sister Elinor is employed as a companion to Matilda.

As the family members come to terms with being on opposite sides of a treacherous dynastic conflict a new contender for the throne enters the picture…

“An Uncivil War” by David Field is the third book in the wonderful Medieval Saga series. Set in what is probably one of the most fascinating times of history, this book focuses on the story Henry I’s daughter Matilda and his nephew Stephen and their ensuing struggle for the throne. What follows is utter treachery as they both battle to be the successor of Henry I. Whilst there is is an unlimited amount of historical fiction which focuses on the Tudor period, not many exist which go even further back to where it all began, so for me, this was an immensely thrilling read. History is my passion and when historical fiction is well written and factually correct, as this book is, it can be a truly fascinating reading experience. David Field is definitely up there amongst my favourite historical fiction authors and I have many! Very much looking forward to the next book in this series. I’d highly recommend this book to fans of historical fiction.

My thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing an arc in exchange for an unbiased review.

I have to hold my hands up with this one. I requested it because I have enjoyed other books by the author but I just couldn't take to this. I really struggled and left it and came back it may be more helpful if I'd read the earlier one's I just don't know. It's very rare for me and I have never heard of the Matilda and Stephen story. I will still read books by this author but will give this series a miss. I received a special copy of this novel and I am leaving voluntarily a review.

I enjoy reading historical novels, but to be honest, it is simply finding the right ones to keep you engrossed and not one you will put to the side after a couple of dozen pages or so.
Sadly this one fell into the latter category..

I highly recommend this novel to readers really interested in history! The author has perfectly succeeded in telling a story integrating the period preceding the time of the novel as well as the historical details of Stephen and Matilda. Completely enthralling, the plot remains exciting, the characters feel real. Excellent novel!
I received a complimentary ARC of this novel from NetGalley and I am leaving voluntarily a review.