Troy: Shield of Thunder

I have read all of David's novels and loved them all. He shall be missed. Great job David. GOD's speed and blessing be upon you.

This is the last Gemmell wrote. It was with baited breath I awaited its release. I wanted to savor it slowly, but it moved so well I finished it in two sittings. As usual, the characters drove the book. I believe he could write about grass growing and make it interesting. If you are a fan, I don't need to convince you this book is worth owning. If you've never read Gemmell, this is obviously not the place to start. You will want to, at least, read the first book of the trilogy. Lord of the Silver Bow (Troy Trilogy, Book 1) You won't be disappointed. I have read everything he has written, and love them all. I only hope that the last installment was far enough along to hold up to his standards

I have read every one of Gemmell's novels, some even twice. "Shield Of Thunder" may be his best; and sadly for the reader his last complete novel. Gemmell does a superb job of "filling in" the reader on events from the previous novel "Lord Of The Silver Bow" and expands on the story expertly here in "Troy". (I went back and reread "Silver Bow" to refresh my memory before starting "Troy". Diehard Gemmell fans may choose to do the same although it is not necessary to follow the events in this book.) Where most novels or movies turn the characters of ancient Greece & Troy into comic book characters or mythic heroes, Gemmell creates real people, human beings the reader can identify with on many levels. For me, this is the true genius of Gemmell's writing. Anyone who has any interest in this subject matters owes it to themselves to read this series. I pray the comments about the conclusion of this trilogy are true. Regardless you will not be disappointed here. Thank you Mr Gemmell for all the enjoyment and inspiration you have provided. Your spirit now dwells in "the source" and will continue to live on in your books.

This was a wonderful book, as I knew it would be... It was sad to read knowing that this is the very last book Mr. Gemmell will every complete. As usual he delivered a book with wonderful characters, vivid battles and ordinary flawed people who become heroes. Even though a third book is in the works (I have heard that he finished most of it, and that his wife is completing it based off of his outlines) the book finishes well and does not leave you hanging. I will miss David Gemmell's writing.

For those of you who are fans of Gemmell but have held off buying the Troy series for fear that it will not be finished. (David Gemmell died before finishing the series) Fear not, for David had finished most of the last book Troy: Fall of Kings and his wife who was assisting him with these books will finish up the last few chapters based on his outline and notes. So if you are a fan, don't miss out on his latest and possibly greatest works.