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The Spear of Lepanto
The Papal Prize, No 1

by Leon Radomile



      Leon Radomile’s love of history and genealogy is evident in his first novel, The Spear of Lepanto. In it, he creates a plausible history surrounding the Battle of Lepanto, which Radomile asserts in this book involved one of his ancestors and Spanish writer Miguel de Cervantes. They search for the legendary sword used by Roman centurion Longinus to pierce Jesus’ side while on the cross.

Radomile’s prose is fluid and descriptive, and his characterizations are crisp. Reading each scene immerses the reader in 1571 and the diverse cultures of the era: the Italians, the Spanish, and the Ottoman Turks. He makes history come alive.

I found Radomile’s first installment in this series to be an exciting read. Since the famous Spear of Lepanto has been reputed to be on display at the Hofsburg Museum in Vienna at the turn of the Twentieth Century, Radomile will surely bring the spear forward in time to other pivotal struggles for ownership in future books.

The Book

Vincero Enterprises
May 2005
Paperback
0967532930
Fiction, historical fantasy
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The Reviewer

Janie Franz
Reviewed 2006
NOTE: Reviewer Janie Franz is the author of Freelance Writing: It’s a Business, Stupid!, Relaxation Techniques for Children, Relaxation Techniques for Adults; Co-author of The Ultimate Wedding Reception Book and The Ultimate Wedding Ceremony Book. Coming Soon: The Ultimate Wedding Workbook, Get Rich on Love, and Sacred Breath (a sound recording of relaxation meditations).
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