Concentrated much more on Henry's early life than other books, and those were the parts I enjoyed most. Hadn't put 2 + 2 together and realised that when he was born, there was no chance of him becoming King, and royalty was thrust upon him by his father's usurpation. so he had a relatively obscure birth, above the gatehouse in Monmouth Castle. Dan Jones is a fan, and that shines through, accentuating many positives such as his behaviour, his approach to justice and politics as well as the brilliant martial reputation Henry has (and is that really a positive?). I did find the familiar list of battles won and court intrigue a little boring towards the end.
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