Queen of Cities

The response to Queen of Cities has been nothing short of electric! Read on to hear what people are saying …

Living History

“Bravo to Andrew Novo! His debut novel is impeccably researched and vividly written. He brings to life the exotic and tumultuous Byzantine world and a dark, tragic chapter in human history, full of drama and colorful characters–must reading for diplomats and statesmen dealing with the still tumultuous Middle East, as well as for students and all lovers of historical fiction. Novo combines the best of Barbara Tuchman and a (might have been) Verdi opera!”

Students’ Reading List

“Queen of Cities should be on the reading list of all high school seniors and college students. So little is written about this time and so little is known by the average American of Constantinople. History in the US is slanted too much to the West and keeps students in the dark about the historical significances of the East. Queen of Cities is beautifully written and is a true jewel of a read for all ages whether one loves history or not.”

Meet the people who were there

“Queen of Cities is a dynamic, explosive novel that presents history as it happened. Intrigue, betrayal and loyalty, heroes and villains all pull the reader into this world changing conflict. Experience the desperate hopes of the defenders as they repel repeated attacks against the city walls. Mourn with them for the loss of human lives and of a civilization brought to a shattering end. Be inspired by the strong, dedicated leaders who gave all for the people entrusted to their care. I recommend this for all who love a great book.”

Tremendously Exciting!

“The book was awesome. I read it in about 3-4 chunks. What was neat about it was that even though I knew the ending from real-life, the book was so well written and exciting that I kept thinking the defenders might hold on! Reading the book made me want to read all I could in the future regarding the history of Constantinople both before and after the events depicted in the book. The author is a master of both detail and drawing the reader deep into the events as if he were actually taking part. My guess is that this will be the first of many successes for the talented Mr. Novo.”

When is the movie coming out?

“Yes, the history buff will love this book. All the complaints about history being dry and uninteresting are dispelled by this story, from the Middle Ages no less. Yes, I am recommending it to my son, the high school history teacher but it is a great entertaining and current read for the ordinary reader. It’s the kind of book you miss when you finish and say, ‘Why didn’t I read more slowly.’ Bravo, Mr Novo on your first attempt. Please give us more.”

What you’ve always wanted to know!

What a find! Mr. Novo’s book is an exhilarating step into a world of exotic lives and tormented struggles. He tells of the conflict and fate of Constantinople How very thrilling to peer behind the curtains into a world of Pashas and passions! History comes alive in a most accurate and spellbinding way. I can’t put this one down for a minute. Finally, a creative storyteller!

Accurate and engrossing

“Queen of Cities is a terrific historical novel about the siege of Constantinople in 1453. It goes into impressive detail about every aspect of the months-long battle and the eventual collapse of the great city of Constantinople. The book will appeal to anyone who loves adventure fiction but is going to be loved by military history buffs. I recommend it highly.”