A fascinating investigation of king Arthur using the earliest sources. This is a must read for anyone interested in king Arthur.

NetGalley, Shelly Myers

I won’t say whether I’m a believer or not now, as that might not be fair. But I would fully recommend this book and King Arthur fans will certainly enjoy it. I am going to give this book a 4 star rating.

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UK Historian

What impressed me about this book is Sullivan’s passion for this subject and his willingness to go the extra mile to show both sides of the argument, that there was a historical Arthur and a mythical Arthur. He dives deep into the sources, from the earliest annals and chronicles to the 11th and 13th centuries legends and romances. It was extremely fascinating to see how he treated this book like a criminal investigation, using different fields of study to figure out the origins of the legend, how it evolved, and whether or not there was a king named Arthur.

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Adventures of a Tudor Nerd

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

King Arthur is a legend among legends. With the myth persisting, many have insisted that he was, indeed, a real person.

I think it can be argued, and very well, from the tenor and information provided in this book, that Arthur was indeed a real person - one who was imagined and formed from the characteristics of many. As the legend has grown over the years, so have the qualities and the feats of the supposed king.

I really enjoyed this book! The facts, the layout, the information was easy to follow and very enjoyable!

Which are you - real person or complete myth? This book might just help you determine where you stand.

NetGalley, Rebecca Hill

Although complex and heavy, it was a great, thought-provoking reading. The author left no stone unturned and no possibility unexplained.

NetGalley, Alan D.D.

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

I'm sucker of everything related to King Arthur and I found this book informative and interesting.
It's full of facts and interesting ideas, well written and engrossing.
Highly recommended.

NetGalley, Anna Maria Giacomasso

Rating: 5 out of 5 stars

I have always been a sucker for Arthurian stories and I was thoroughly impressed with this book. Mr. Sullivan has discussed in great detail the many Arthurian stories and even provided a form of timeframe to keep track as you read.

NetGalley, Melissa Smith

King Arthur: Man or Myth? by Tony Sullivan is an intriguing exploration of Arthurian legend and British history. I particularly like that this book gives consideration to all options, the skeptical and the mythical, when trying to piece together real life history. Plus, it's laid out in chronological order which made it a bit easier to keep up.

NetGalley, Lauren Stoolfire

I've always been fascinated by King Arthur (thanks, Dad!), so when the opportunity came to read and review this book, I couldn't resist. I wasn't disappointed. I think the author was very brave to tackle this subject in the way that he did. There is a huge jumble surrounding the history/myth/legend of "King" Arthur - manuscripts, "histories" that don't match, and even a stone engraving... The only reason I gave this book 4 stars, rather than 5, is because it has given me far too much to think about!
A very good read for those interested in the early history of "Britain" or those who hear the words "King Arthur" and get a gleam in their eye.

NetGalley, Dawn Lewis