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23 February 2025

Book review: The Pilgrim’s Revenge, by Scott Mariani


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1190 - Humble layman Will Bowman lives in the countryside with his pregnant wife, when soldiers from Richard Lionheart's army tear through his home. Will is beaten unconscious, and awakes to find his wife murdered, his farm burnt down, and his life forever changed.

Scott Mariani’s The Pilgrim’s Revenge is classic storytelling on an epic scale, weaving historical elements seamlessly into the narrative. The book is rich with fascinating details about the pilgrims and their journey, adding authenticity and depth to the story. 

The Pilgrim’s Revenge balances moments of gripping action with quieter, more reflective scenes. The plot is full of twists and turns, keeping readers guessing until the end. The action sequences are vividly described, with an unusually cinematic quality.

The protagonist, Will Bowman, is as compelling as he is flawed. Scott Mariani has crafted a page-turner that is thought-provoking and exhilarating, making it a must-read for fans of his books. Highly recommended.

Tony Riches

(A review copy of The Pilgrim's Revenge was provided by the publisher)

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About the Authors

Scott Mariani is the author of the bestselling thriller series featuring ex-SAS hero Ben Hope. Scott’s novels have topped the charts in his native Britain and are translated into 25 languages. Scott’s novels combine thriller action with historical mystery, forming the backdrop to the modern-day adventures of hard-driving soldier Ben Hope as he travels all over the globe in an unending quest to protect the innocent and bring bad guys to justice – as only he can. Scott was born in Scotland, later studied at Oxford and ended up living there. Deciding after university that a career in academia didn’t suit him, he pursued his ambition to write for a living. During what turned out to be a long process of reaching that goal, he worked in various jobs from teaching English and music, running a burger bar, and playing in bands. Eventually leaving Oxfordshire and moving to the tranquil and beautiful setting of rural west Wales, the idea for the Ben Hope character came to him while hiking in the countryside with his dogs. The first Ben Hope book, The Alchemist’s Secret, went on to spend six straight weeks at #1 in the charts and sell publishing rights across the world. Every book since has been a bestseller, and there is no end in sight for the Ben Hope series. When he isn’t hard at work on his next book, Scott can be found (and sometimes heard) pursuing his other interests which include shooting, archery and astronomy. Find out more from Scott's website https://scottmariani.com/

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