As the Crow Flies

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Summary: By far Archer's most superb book!
Review: Ever since I read my first Jeffrey Archer novel a year ago, I have never failed to be impressed by the fluid and seemingly uncanny flair for writing he appears to posess. I managed to cover every book of his, from Not a Penny More, Not a Penny Less to The Eleventh Commandment within a space of six months, apart from As the Crow Flies as I felt that it would be quite a chore to plough through 738 pages (UK paperback edition). How wrong I turned out to be. Right from the very moment I completed the first chapter of ATCF to the very last page, I simply could not get the incredible story out of my head- the enterprising and brilliant Charlie, the scheming Mrs. Trentham, the practical, intelligent Daphne- just kept flooding my thoughts. I finished the book within three days, which was a rather short period of time by my standards. This is one book which is equal to, if not better than, Archer's classic novel, Kane and Abel, especially in terms of plot twists. Jeffrey Archer tells the story from a multitude of viewpoints, making the book all the more interesting, given the fact that we, the readers, actually get to sample the feelings of the many characters. Archer's strength lies in his ability to tell the story of a person right from his or her birth (take K&A or The Fourth Estate for example), which is also evident in ATCF. Without the slightest doubt, As the Crow Flies justifies the fact that, to quote the Mail on Sunday, Jeffrey Archer is 'probably the greatest storyteller of our age'!

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Summary: An excellent book that keeps you enthralled.
Review: I was very impressed with this novel. At first I thought it would be a mediocre book,but it ended up being very interesting. The style of storytelling is excellent. This book is about Charlie Trumper from his childhood to his retirement. A fictional biography that spans a whole lifetime crossing different continents. I am a mystery books lover, and this book has some mystery. The characters are excellently portrayed. As your read the book you can share the emotions with the characters. Mr. Archer did an excellent job as portrayin the villain of this story as on old spiteful lady. You have to read the book to appreciate, love, and hate the characters. Definitely a book worth reading.

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Summary: Jeffrey Archer- the honest, awesome author!
Review: This epic novel was charming, compelling and rich with emotion. It is the closest thing to modern day Dickenson that I have ever read, and yet I daresay- possibly even a step above old Charles. The novel is fast moving, heart warming and spirit inspiring. It was the first work of Mr. Archer's that I had encountered,and I can assure you that after this little prize - I will be enthusiatically delving in to other novels to see what other literary jewels this man has produced.

The story itself was unique and powerful. It told the tale of a generation of honesty. love and hard work. These values eminated throughout the novel and it's characters. I really enjoyed every page of this tale and only wish I could find out waht is happening next in the lives of the whole Trumper clan. The book gave me hope and honor for all the human race. I knew there were still moral, good and decent people left in this world!!

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Summary: Jeffrey Archer Is Undisputed Master of Storytelling
Review: This is the third novel by Jeffrey Archer that I have read and I can't wait to read more. His amazing storytelling ability, completely enchanting characters, and surprising twists all combine to make a totally enjoyable novel.

Archer uses his rags-to-riches theme with Charlie Trumper, young barrow boy from the Whitechapel area of London's East End. Charlie masters the fine craft of becoming the best fruit and vegetable man in all of the East End, a talent he hones at his grandfather's side and one that stays with him for life and gives him his greatest thrill.

The reader watches Charlie grow from eight-year-old urchin to World War I soldier and chairman of his own London department store. Along the way both triumph and tragedy are his companions, but it is his bitter and hate-filled feud with the Trentham family that will leave you aghast and shocked, but always mesmerized and turning the pages.

For Jeffrey Archer has written here the ultimate page-turner, one you will be loathe to put down for such mundane tasks as going to work or sleeping. And as always with Jeffrey Archer, you will never guess the ending. He will surprise you and make this reading experience one you'll long savor.

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Summary: Another winner for Mr. Archer!
Review: What a superb story teller. My first book by Jeffrey Archer was picked up from a fancy little book display devoted to Mr Archer that caught my eye, I'm embarrassed to admit. I've never been sorry I succumbed to that marketing ploy. What a talented author with a wonderful gift. "As the Crow Flies" kept me reading every night until I was done. An eight hundred page book that felt like half of that, I was sorry when it ended. I hate to retell the story in my reviews since the summary is available so I'll just say that I loved Charlie and Becky, the main characters, and enjoyed their life experiences with them. I felt the happiness, sadness, anger and frustration right along with them...Oh, that Mrs. Trentham! This book definitely lives up to the five stars I rated, what a good read. If you like this one be sure to read Kane and Abel, the Prodigal Daughter, The Eleventh Commandment, and Honor Among Thieves. I've already ordered my next JA book, I hope you do the same.

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Summary: The best of Archer i have seen!
Review: When i first started reading books by Jeffrey Archer! I knew it was a start of a romance! From the day i picked up "The Prodigal Daughter" I finally understood the meaning of a truly excellent Author! Jeffrey Archer's As the crom Flies is an excellent work of a Genius! It goes thru the aspect of live where not many has went!In the story, Charlie Trumper from a poor boy, a soldier, a husband and also the greatest departmental store owner. How many people can enclose all these into one life! It tells people that nothing is impossible!

Archer is truely an author which is imppecable and once you start to read his books you will never stop!

For i know that as i own every book he has ever wrote!