Review of The Lost Heir

Post by **Esther Deekor** » 20 Jul 2024, 04:51

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Lost Heir" by Trevor Daffyd.]

4 out of 5 stars

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According to Plato, the measure of a man is what he does with power. The quest for power and influence can transform a person. After King Edward's death, he left his wife, Elizabeth, and his two sons, Edward and Dickon, to an uncertain fate. Richard Gloucester, Edward's brother, aims to claim the throne, raising doubts about Elizabeth's marriage to Edward and denying her son, Edward, his rightful place as heir. Richard conspires with his ally, Harry, Duke of Buckingham, to seize the throne. This endangers Elizabeth and her sons, as Richard is willing to eliminate any obstacles to becoming king. Meanwhile, others with claims to the throne are also plotting, leading to a fierce power struggle that leaves the fates of the two young heirs uncertain.

Each chapter opened with quotes from notable historical figures, which I particularly enjoyed. These quotes aligned with the themes of each chapter, providing a thoughtful prelude before I began reading. The book's narrative pace was smooth and easy to follow, and it explored themes such as betrayal, power, and family. I also appreciated how the narrative style vividly brought the characters and scenes to life, engaging my imagination. The book evoked strong emotions in me, allowing me to empathize deeply with the characters, often sharing in their pain and terror.

A few characters had similar names, making it occasionally challenging to tell who was being referred to in the narrative. This historical fiction novel was rich with lessons and demonstrated the profound impact that power can have on an individual.

I rate The Lost Heir: Edward V of England by Trevor Daffyd four out of five stars due to the errors I encountered while reading. My initial concern about the book was resolved as I read further, and the character in question was clarified through descriptions. Once these errors are corrected, I would gladly give the book a perfect rating. I'm also looking forward to the sequel, as this book left some loose ends.

Fans of historical fiction and nonfiction would greatly enjoy this book.

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Martin Shae · Post by **Martin Shae** » 24 Jul 2024, 08:22

After King Edward's death, his widow, Elizabeth, and their two sons, Edward and Dickon, face an uncertain future. Richard Gloucester, Edward’s brother, seeks the throne, questioning Elizabeth's marriage and denying her son Edward's claim. With the help of his ally, Harry, Duke of Buckingham, Richard conspires to seize power, threatening Elizabeth and her sons as he eliminates anyone in his way. Amidst a fierce power struggle, others with claims to the throne also plot, leaving the young heirs' fates in jeopardy.

Idris Alooma · Post by **Idris Alooma** » 27 Jul 2024, 06:57

Howdy folks! Ah reckon this here review has given us a mighty fine glimpse into "The Lost Heir: Edward V of England" by Trevor Daffyd. It seems like a fine read for them folks who enjoy historical fiction and nonfiction. The reviewer found the narrative pace smooth and the characters quite lively. Though there were some minor errors with the character names, it didn't hinder their enjoyment overall. They left us hangin' with some loose ends, so ah suppose we best be lookin' forward to the sequel! Yeehaw! Ah'd give this book a solid four outta five stars. Happy readin' y'all! Captivating narrative, drew me in completely.