World Without End

There is so much going on in this book in terms of plot, drama, and relationships, but why I especially love it is because Caris, one of the protagonists, breaks the mold of the typical powerless medieval woman. When the Black Plague comes to Kingsbridge, Caris is the only one who uses observation and common sense to realize that the disease spreads by contact. In a world that revolves around religion and superstition, this doesn’t go over well. Though forced to sacrifice the love of her life, and put on trial as a witch, Caris sticks to her guns and… show more.

Ken Follett is a master at creating tension. As soon as a character devises a way to make their dream come true, smash! Somebody steps in the way and ruins their hopes. Most often that somebody is a Catholic priest. Oh, how the priest willl annoy you in this novel! However, the good guys manage to prevail.