Bernard Cornwell - Sharpe's Rifles: Richard Sharpe and the French Invasion of Galicia, January 1809

Pros: Detailed and Accurate Historical

Cons: None that I could see

The Bottom Line: GOOD READ

Review: Winter 1809, the battered remnants of the British Army retreat through the snow swept mountains of Northern Spain, desperately hoping to reach the sea before their French pursuers. Cut off from the rest of the army a rag tag rabble of English Riflemen...

Pros: Strong characterisations | Fast Paced Plot | Compelling

Cons: Slightly Lowered My Opinion Of The Television Series

The Bottom Line: A great read, so glad someone recommended I gave it a try....

Review: I normally don't buy a book after watching a film or television programme as I usually end up disappointed because the adaptation didn't actually live up to the written word. However, I was persuaded to have a try at reading Bernard Cornwell's Sharpe ...