Review of The Lion of Camelot

Jevonte Malik · Post by **Jevonte Malik** » 10 Dec 2023, 05:03

[Following is a volunteer review of "The Lion of Camelot" by Robert Murray.]

5 out of 5 stars

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A new king, a descendant of King Arthur, claims the throne of Camelot, but his rule is not universally accepted. To prove his legitimacy, he embarks on a long and dangerous journey to find Excalibur, a powerful sword that is closely tied to the history and identity of the kingdom and an important symbol of kingship. Meanwhile, unrest is stirring in the kingdom, and the acting commander of the military must choose between serving the new king or following his own ambitions. The future of Camelot hangs in the balance as the king's journey takes him deeper into a mysterious region.

Firstly, I would like to talk about the author's writing style. It's unique, like I've never seen before. Each sentence (whether complete or incomplete) has its own numbering. It's funny how, at first, I thought it was some sort of error with the file, and I was a bit pissed. However, as I read on, I began to realize that I had just come across a completely unique writing style. It was written in rhymes too, like in those classical poems. I really enjoyed it, and I must commend the author, Robert Murray, for that. It felt good to see characters with familiar names. I enjoyed the similarities between the book and the series, Merlin. For example, the character of Lady Shanista has the same vibe as Morgana in the Merlin series; sometimes I would love the character, and most times I would hate her. Although she remains my favorite character in the book, I still enjoyed her downfall in a way. Lovers of books written in specific patterns of rhythm would enjoy this book well.

The only downside to the book was that I wish they were separated by something chapter-like; it would have helped me follow the story better, I believe. It doesn't affect my overall rating of the book, however, as I still rate the book 5 out of 5 stars. The writing style in the book was similar to that of Shakespeare. It used fancy words and complex sentences (some of which were obsolete, by the way), making it hard to understand at times. But the language was interesting and beautiful. Sometimes, I felt like I was reading a book written by Shakespeare himself. I found just two typographical errors in the book, and so it's safe to assert that the editor did a great job on the book; the editing was done carefully and with efficiency.

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The Lion of Camelot
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Enjani Matendeko · Post by **Enjani Matendeko** » 30 Dec 2023, 06:44

Wow, this book by Robert Murray is fabulous you know I feel like I was watching a movie, its English language was amazing the storyline was so real I just couldn't stop reading.

Rishaunda Lynnette Britton · 31 Dec 2023, 19:03

It's good to know about Robert Murray's writing style, a unique entry into the world of creativity. I am interested in reading about why the new king of Camelot is not universally accepted and what he actually did in his quest to cement legitimacy. On the other hand, I hope the author fixes the issues highlighted in this review.

Azuka Christian · Post by **Azuka Christian** » 02 Jan 2024, 03:03

Actually, reading this review kind of reminded me of Merlin and the adventures that went on. I believe this book would be no different and the plot is amazing. I would love to get a copy of it soon.

Achor Chinemerem · Post by **Achor Chinemerem** » 02 Jan 2024, 13:31

This book reminds me of a movie I watched some time ago. The author crafted a great piece that truly deserves a 5-star rating. Nice review too!

Nwansimdi Mercy Someze · Post by **Nwansimdi Mercy Someze** » 02 Jan 2024, 14:01

The line where you write “The future of Camelot hangs in the balance as the king's journey takes him deeper into a mysterious region” reminds me of the movie “Merlin”
Nice review.

Jessica Uchechi Azuka · Post by **Jessica Uchechi Azuka** » 03 Jan 2024, 21:57

I watched and read about the story of Camelot and king Arthur. And I will love to read a continuation. I can only hope that there's a Merlin. I am looking forward to reading this book. Amazing review.

Alexander Victoria · Post by **Alexander Victoria** » 06 Jan 2024, 13:47

The quest for Excalibur in this tale adds a layer of suspense and historical significance, as the new king, a descendant of King Arthur, navigates the challenges of proving his legitimacy. The intricate dynamics between the ruler's journey and the growing unrest in Camelot promise an engaging narrative that keeps readers on the edge, wondering about the kingdom's fate.

CHUKWUMA AGOHUKOH · Post by **CHUKWUMA AGOHUKOH** » 10 Jan 2024, 08:15

That writing style must really be interesting to read. I would be adding this to my list. Thank you for your review.

Henderson Junior · Post by **Henderson Junior** » 10 Jan 2024, 08:21

I loved the movie Merlin, and I am sure that I would enjoy this book. Thank you for making your recommendation clear.

Henderson Junior · Post by **Henderson Junior** » 10 Jan 2024, 08:22

I loved the movie Merlin, and I am sure that I would enjoy this book. Thank you for making your recommendation clear.

Anozie Stephanie · Post by **Anozie Stephanie** » 25 Apr 2024, 15:56

The Lion of Camelot by Robert Murray is an awesome and fantabulous read. Robert did an awesome work writing about the city Camelot, the name alone drove me to this book.