Discover Britannia: 100 Great Stories From British History by Geraldine McCaughrean.
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Overview: Spanning nearly 3000 years, and including stories as up to date as that of Band Aid, this collection presents 100 stories of Britain's past that children used to grow up on - stories like King Canute, Lady Godiva, Guy Fawkes, Bonnie Prince Charlie and Grace Darling.
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After spending years working in the corporate world, Geraldine McCaughrean finally decided to pursue a lifelong passion for writing. They currently reside in a quiet suburb where they spend most of their time outlining new stories, reading extensively, and occasionally attempting to bake.
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Michael RodriguezJune 17, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. A solid 5/5 for me.
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Lisa ScottMay 21, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Will be looking for more from this author.
David LewisApril 25, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Edward AdamsMarch 30, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Steven CampbellApril 18, 2025
Such a great read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Margaret SmithAugust 09, 2024
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Jennifer RobinsonAugust 30, 2024
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. A solid 4 stars from me.
Michael HarrisMarch 07, 2025
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Anthony HallMay 21, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Deborah KingJuly 12, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Richard ThompsonJanuary 07, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Steven ClarkNovember 22, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Michael MartinezMarch 24, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Margaret FloresFebruary 24, 2025
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Barbara JacksonDecember 22, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Mary WrightApril 06, 2025
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Mary AllenDecember 05, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Melissa ThompsonMay 20, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Mary HallFebruary 27, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Richard MillerOctober 15, 2024
Such a great read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Sandra LopezJuly 25, 2025
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Will be looking for more from this author.
George AndersonAugust 06, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Will be looking for more from this author.
Laura MartinMarch 15, 2025
Pretty good overall. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
James PhillipsJanuary 09, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Rebecca AllenMarch 15, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Robert HallAugust 01, 2025
Such a great read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Glad I picked this up.
Stephanie WalkerJanuary 17, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Charles DavisJanuary 22, 2024
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Daniel SmithMarch 25, 2024
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Nancy PerezNovember 17, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Emily WrightJune 21, 2025
Pretty good overall. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Melissa CruzDecember 05, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
David MartinSeptember 12, 2025
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
James LewisAugust 20, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Richard RiveraOctober 11, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Nancy ReyesAugust 27, 2025
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. A solid 4 stars from me.
Laura WilliamsFebruary 15, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Steven TorresNovember 19, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Still a good book.
Robert SanchezOctober 16, 2025
I liked it for the most part. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Carol SmithJune 16, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Deborah RobertsJanuary 04, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Daniel TurnerJanuary 28, 2024
It was okay. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Margaret RiveraSeptember 14, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Betty PerezNovember 28, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. A solid 5/5 for me.
Barbara JacksonMarch 06, 2024
I liked it for the most part. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Margaret FloresMarch 14, 2024
An average read for me. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
George CollinsOctober 26, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Anthony MitchellNovember 17, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
William WilsonApril 05, 2025
I have mixed feelings about this one. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. Just right down the middle.
Joseph HarrisDecember 11, 2025
I liked it for the most part. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Still a good book.
Jacob LewisOctober 06, 2024
It was okay. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Just right down the middle.
Susan ScottMarch 30, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Will be looking for more from this author.
Joseph GomezMarch 26, 2025
A very satisfying read. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Will be looking for more from this author.
Mary FloresJanuary 11, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Cynthia CollinsOctober 12, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Glad I picked this up.
Ryan MooreMay 10, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Daniel JacksonJuly 14, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Glad I picked this up.
Christopher CampbellMay 04, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Matthew SanchezFebruary 10, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Will be looking for more from this author.
David LopezDecember 25, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Sharon SanchezMay 07, 2024
Not bad, but not my favorite. The writing was fine, but I didn't feel very connected to the characters. They felt a bit flat. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Anthony MitchellJanuary 06, 2024
Such a great read. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Thomas MartinezFebruary 04, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Kevin TaylorJuly 05, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Carol YoungMay 14, 2025
Not bad, but not my favorite. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. It's fine if you have nothing else to read.
Brian JacksonMarch 31, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. A solid 5/5 for me.
Jessica SanchezDecember 17, 2024
A very satisfying read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Cynthia MartinezMay 07, 2024
It was just alright. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
Betty SanchezJanuary 07, 2024
I liked it for the most part. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Edward AdamsJanuary 16, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Mary WrightJuly 31, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
Jacob ThompsonNovember 26, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Mary AllenSeptember 22, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Daniel SmithJanuary 17, 2025
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Christopher CampbellNovember 23, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Sandra KingMay 28, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Sharon GarciaOctober 04, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Margaret LewisMarch 25, 2024
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Sandra JohnsonAugust 11, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Christopher CollinsMay 25, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Laura WilliamsJune 22, 2024
Such a great read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. A solid 5/5 for me.
Ryan JacksonApril 29, 2025
Good, but not quite perfect. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Carol HillJuly 12, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Worth the time and money.
Stephanie RamirezAugust 14, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. A solid 5/5 for me.
Carol YoungMarch 24, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Would probably read it again at some point.
Ryan MooreDecember 30, 2024
It was just alright. Some parts were interesting, while others were a bit of a slog to get through. Might work better for someone else, just wasn't completely for me.
George SmithJuly 05, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Will be looking for more from this author.
Ryan FloresAugust 08, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Charles MooreNovember 17, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Christopher EvansNovember 24, 2025
Pretty good overall. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
Steven DavisFebruary 08, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Glad I picked this up.
Richard DavisApril 27, 2025
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Still a good book.
Donald DiazJanuary 31, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Steven BrownOctober 18, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Not bad at all.
Lisa DiazOctober 02, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
Melissa TurnerNovember 02, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Daniel WhiteDecember 12, 2025
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Rebecca NguyenApril 07, 2025
Finished it in a couple of days. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Matthew GonzalezOctober 04, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Will be looking for more from this author.
Gary GonzalezJune 08, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. Enjoyable weekend read.
Richard RobertsJanuary 03, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Kenneth NelsonJuly 18, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. A solid 4 stars from me.
Sharon GarciaJune 12, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Enjoyable weekend read.
Eric JacksonApril 06, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Ryan ScottDecember 16, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Anthony NguyenJanuary 02, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Nicholas ReyesOctober 06, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Eric MitchellOctober 06, 2024
An average read for me. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. A generous 3 stars.
Eric JacksonDecember 28, 2025
Pretty good overall. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
James AdamsFebruary 05, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Donald HallSeptember 07, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. A solid 5/5 for me.
Nancy EdwardsSeptember 07, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Susan LeeOctober 22, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Donald TurnerJune 30, 2024
It was okay. The pacing was a bit slow and I found myself skimming a few pages. It wasn't terrible, just okay. Probably won't read it again, but it was an okay way to pass the time.
Melissa LewisNovember 11, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Barbara LewisFebruary 12, 2024
Such a great read. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Will be looking for more from this author.
Richard MartinJune 28, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Still a good book.
David EvansOctober 02, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The pacing was spot on and the characters felt real. I didn't find myself getting bored at any point. Would probably read it again at some point.
Barbara GreenApril 11, 2025
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. Enjoyable weekend read.
Christopher WalkerJune 03, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. A solid 4 stars from me.
Anthony DiazFebruary 04, 2024
A solid read. I liked the main character, though some of the side plots were just okay. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Robert PerezNovember 09, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Worth the time and money.
Andrew RobertsMarch 15, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Not bad at all.
Charles MooreApril 24, 2025
I was pleasantly surprised. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
Jacob RamirezApril 19, 2024
Finished it in a couple of days. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Would probably read it again at some point.
Brian BrownApril 03, 2025
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Enjoyable weekend read.
Deborah KingAugust 22, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. A solid 4 stars from me.
David NelsonApril 03, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Glad I picked this up.
James LewisMarch 31, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Charles RobertsNovember 08, 2024
A solid read. It held my attention, even if a few things were a little predictable. A solid 4 stars from me.
David LewisMarch 29, 2024
Really enjoyed this one. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
David NelsonMay 08, 2024
A solid read. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. I'd probably recommend it to a friend.
Michael RodriguezSeptember 30, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Mary FloresMay 09, 2024
It was just alright. It felt a bit repetitive in the middle. Could have been shorter. Just right down the middle.
Richard LeeJanuary 02, 2025
Such a great read. I loved how the story unfolded. It kept me guessing without being too confusing. Would probably read it again at some point.
Daniel JacksonJuly 03, 2024
I was pleasantly surprised. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Glad I picked this up.
Ashley PhillipsSeptember 05, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Ryan JacksonMarch 19, 2024
Such a great read. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Would probably read it again at some point.
Margaret AndersonMay 01, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Would probably read it again at some point.
James AdamsJune 10, 2024
Glad someone recommended this to me. It has a good balance of dialogue and description. Everything felt like it moved at the right speed. Will be looking for more from this author.
Eric MitchellOctober 03, 2024
Took me a few chapters to get into it, but it was worth it. The middle dragged a tiny bit, but the ending totally made up for it. Not bad at all.
Nicholas EdwardsJuly 11, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.
Carol SmithDecember 27, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Definitely recommend it if you like this genre.
Edward DiazMarch 21, 2024
A solid read. Writing is good, just wish there was a bit more depth in certain parts. Still kept my attention though. Enjoyable weekend read.
Jacob GonzalezJanuary 02, 2024
A solid read. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Not bad at all.
Joshua PhillipsOctober 01, 2024
Honestly one of the better books I've read lately. The author did a great job wrapping everything up at the end. No weird plot holes left behind. Worth the time and money.
Mary WrightOctober 21, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. I got really invested in the main character's journey. Everything just clicked for me. Will be looking for more from this author.
Kenneth CollinsApril 23, 2024
Good, but not quite perfect. Interesting premise and executed fairly well. Just a few slow chapters here and there. Still a good book.
Donna GarciaAugust 16, 2025
Glad someone recommended this to me. The writing style is very engaging. It’s easy to follow but still has a lot of depth. Worth the time and money.