The Secret of Excalibur
A Novel

This feels like we’re back on the same level as the first book. It’s a blistering pace with over the top action scenes aplenty and fascinating treasure hunting locations.......more

I have long been a fan of Arthurian legend, so I thought this mystery of trying to find Excalibur was neat. Unfortunately, the sword was found halfway through the book, and the rest of the story was devoted to Nina and Chase being pursued by people who wanted to take the sword. Too many descriptions......more

And the non-stop action adventure continues. I love this series. One thing though, if you're looking for a deep novel, you won't find it here, this is pure unadulterated thrill ride. Seriously, this is nothing more than an action movie in book form. It's easy to see who the bad guy is from almost the......more

After savaging The Tomb of Hercules, I must be fair and say that Excalibur is a profound improvement. Better character dialogue (though still weak and cliched), more balanced plot development and pacing, less absolutely ludicrous flights of fancy and requirements for an absolute suspension of disbel......more

One star because it is actually well written and readable, and another because the author is from Halifax. I expected this to be cheesy, and probably sexist, but it was much worse than I thought it would be. The action sequences are daft and go beyond ridiculous, but that wouldn't bother me too much......more