Still finding it hard to put these books down. I love the historical theme and enjoying hearing more about the 16th century. Although I think that Sansom has toned it down somewhat, as that period was horrendously brutal and the lack of empathy for the lower classes was incredible. 
 The storyline was good, not strong, I wouldn't call it a roller coaster of a novel, as it tended to take you through the 12 days in a orderly way without to many surprises, I felt the ending was weak, and obvious, which is why I gave it 3 and not 4 stars. I like the addition of Barak and look forward to seeing that character develop over the coming series.