I LOVED this novel! No surprise though, Edward Rutherfurd never disappoints. Starting in the 1600's and ending in 2009, the novel follows a family and those who interacted with them through the years. It's beautifully written and the characters just come to life. I could hardly put this down and at 1000+ pages that makes for some sore arms! LOL Mr. Rutherfurd just has such an amazing way of combining fact with fiction and making an enjoyable and compelling read. I can't wait to see what he comes up with next!