Burning Bright

I found Burning Bright by Tracy Chevalier a rather dull read. The story is based around William Blake and the time he was living in Lambeth, London towards the end of the 18th century. He is seen through the eyes of two families - the Kellaways, newly arrived from the country; and the Butterfields, a London family. As revolutionary events unfold across the Channel in France, Blake's radical views are seen as being disloyal to the monarchy. The children of the families become close and they are introduced to Blake's art and writings. 2/5