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Killer of Kings
- The Bernicia Chronicles, Book 4
- Narrated by: Barnaby Edwards
- Length: 11 hrs and 34 mins
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Summary
Beobrand has land, men and riches. He should be content. And yet he cannot find peace until his enemies are food for the ravens. But before Beobrand can embark on his bloodfeud, King Oswald orders him southward, to escort holy men bearing sacred relics.
When Penda of Mercia marches a warhost into the southern kingdoms, Beobrand and his men are thrown into the midst of the conflict. Beobrand soon finds himself fighting for his life and his honour.
In the chaos that grips the south, dark secrets are exposed, bringing into question much that Beobrand had believed true. Can he unearth the answers and exact the vengeance he craves? Or will the blood-price prove too high, even for a warrior of his battle-fame and skill?
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- Anonymous User
- 28-05-23
Better than other historical fictional worlds
I've read alot of historical fiction and this is by far one of my favourite ones so far. Dare I say better than Bernard Cornwells stuff.
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- Jonah
- 16-12-20
Cry me a river
Whilst I do enjoy these books immensely, our hero cries more than a baby! He seems to blubber over something every chapter, I know it’s not unmanly to cry but that’s a relatively new concept.
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- Roy H.
- 14-07-19
WOW.
Loved it.So many twists and turns.So many ways to die.So many ways to fail.
So many ways to.......
Read it yerself and find out😆
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- Simon
- 07-07-18
Death and Vengeance, his faithful hounds!
Just put Matthew Harffy’s latest bone-splitter of a book between your ears, sit back and be prepared to feel the need to wipe the blood sweat from your shoulders afterwards. These continuing tales of his hero Beobrand are just thundering good yarns. Blood and vengeance follow this Thane of Mercia about like faithful hounds with enormous fangs ready to sink into your ears at a moment’s notice.
This one does develop into a slightly darker, more troubled Beobrand, he is like a hot cauldron of anger constantly threatening to boil over. The only death his loyal followers can be assured of avoiding is boredom. He just never stops looking for trouble and trouble never stops looking for him.
As for the narration, for someone with such a posh name Barnaby Edwards might sound like a Paddington Bear wannabe but he gets down and dirty with these warriors and yet gives them and their kings genuine gravitas. It’s a fine performance.
Harffy's enthusiasm for the historical period and his characters shines through including the excellent ten minutes or so of historical notes at the end. Personally I really enjoy it when authors reveal a little of their research, thought process and how their stories match against what we know of these dark ages. His promise at the end of more tales to come is extremely welcome!
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- Scott Twain
- 30-10-20
Really enjoyed this book
At last not so invincible. I really enjoyed this story line and gave time over to other characters which I really liked. Look forward to the next book
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- Tim Weston
- 21-04-22
Great Story, lots of action
love the characters and the ongoing saga. a book that makes you want more
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- Tezzarudge
- 07-03-19
phenomenal
Such an amazing series and just gets better with every book. I adored this story more than any of the rest and I think it's mainly down to how much you connected with the characters from the first book.
This book has by far the most action and battles, all excellently portrayed and believable.
No spoilers, but one part really got me. How could you!
5/5
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- S Barratt
- 19-10-18
another great book
I love the series and the historical references really help make it come to life... book 5 is waiting.
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- Philip Cooper
- 14-02-23
killer of kings
Good story the narrator as always makes the story his portrayal of the characters is believable as the historical research is based around the time good listen now for book 5
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- Gully Foyle
- 23-03-22
Guilty Pleasure
Cliched writing, a hero who’s a bit of a nob and a plot device that assumes the population of England at this time was about twelve people but still strangely enjoyable.
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