Heaven and Hell

Another great book by John Jakes. Wish I had enjoyed history so much while I was in school.

Having visited the South on a few occasions. More recently Charlston I became interested in the History and was gifted the firt in the Triology and having read it found the author to be excellant at combining the history and telling an excellent story leading up to the American Civil War, detailing two families the Mains from the South and the Hazards from the North that I was compelled to purchase books 2 & 3 in the Triology well woth the read and most enjoyable if interested in the History. Alan Hutchings Howlong Australia

Heaven and Hell, the last book in the North and South trilogy was absolutely wonderful. This book is mainly about Charles and his life in the West. And also his trying to find a place in the world after the war. Madeline is also a major character in this book with her journal entries to Orry. And the evil Bent has to make his appearance throughout. (I could have done without Bent!!) The lives of Stanley, Virgilia, Billie, Brett, and the love-to-hate-her Aston aren't covered as much in this book. I would have loved to learn more about Billie and Brett. Also would have liked to read more about Marie-Louise and her Yankee husband Theo. I found the parts of the book about them to be very touching. If you've already read the other two books you must read this one to find out what happens. You will be in for quite a few surprises. This book is definitely worth reading. A classic!!!

This book is a very exciting novel of all times... This book allows young adults and adults to learn about the history of their country, while enjoying a great story plot! After watching a section of North vs. South, I was determined to get the entire series (trilogy) and be able to enjoy the series as a whole. The basis of the story is a very sensitive subject....slavery. The main concern are two young men who meet while attending Westpoint, little did they know, they would go through many trials and tribulations throughout the war as well as the rest of their life. After they marry, have kids, start families of their own, and fight for thir strong beleifs, they think that they will live happily ever after, but once again they are wrong. The strong bond between these two men drifts slowly apart, as slavery is a major topic in this young country's future. Despite their differences they remain friends, but many friends and family members interfere with their friendship.... they find their fr5eindship is not worth wasting and should be preserved. The only logical solution to their problem was not to discuss certain things with each other- including slavery. This book is very educational,and even allows a not interested person actually want to know more about the history of their country. This book has a great plot yet still allows you tho see the true facts and history at the same time. This is a great book for anyone that is willing to take the time and just get into the main story plot and the same time learn more abvout American History.

I have read all three books in this series and re-read it many times. It is one of the most fair of any portraits of the old south. More believable than romaticized. In fact, I have all 3 books as well as the first two installments of the mini-series. Unfortunately, Due to a really severe snow storm in 1993 I was unable to get the final third installment, "Heaven & Hell" taped. Video clubs or ABC or any other affiliates swear it never aired. So, if any of you fans have it please e-mail me & we'll get something done. I was suprised this is out of print as well. It should be required reading for all history classes.