First, a 'Pillars' TV mini-series was released recently, and contrary to the standard rule of thumb that movies/TV can't stand up to the book, people are RAVING about it. Unfortunately, I don't have access to The MovieChannel, so I'm one of those sad saps waiting for the DVD release.
The second (and more exciting) reason for talking about these books is the release of Follett's Third historical epic, Fall of Giants, on September 28th. The new book is the first in The Century Trilogy and revolves around the lives of five separate families during the First World War, the Russian Revolution, and women's suffrage. So far the feedback is good...really good (unless you're talking about the Kindle version, in which case, people are losing their minds about the cost).
I adored Follett's first two historical novels and I highly recommend them - anyone can read and enjoy the stories. I can't wait to get my hands on his latest!
Rating (Pillars of the Earth & World Without End): ♥♥♥♥♥
