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Shadows and Strongholds
- Narrated by: Christopher Scott
- Series: FitzWarin, Book 1
- Length: 17 hrs and 52 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Historical Fiction
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- Learning is fun!
- 19-05-17
Absolutely brilliant!
I love historical novels, especially when they're based around true events and Elizabeth Chadwick captures the period perfectly. Well done Me Chadwick, I shall be looking out for more!
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- Nadia
- 28-04-17
Couldn't put it down
Where does Shadows and Strongholds rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
It's certainly one of the best I've heard this year.
What did you like best about this story?
It was exciting and compulsive listening
What does Christopher Scott bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?
He's just a great actor. You can't experience that through reading the ordinary book.
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
If I'd had the time.
Any additional comments?
I love the story of Fulk Fitzwarren, and Elizabeth Chadwick more than does it justice. The characters were brilliantly drawn, and the story gripped me from the opening sentence. Can't wait to read the sequel.
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- Hilary
- 29-04-20
gripping
I've listened to quite a few recordings of Elizabeth Chadwick books and this one did not disappoint. The story was exciting and carried me doing with it.
A very enjoyable listen
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- Dog Walker Sussex
- 12-11-19
Engrossing Story
After listening to several of her books, this was one of the best. Have already purchased the follow on , and am delighted that it's the same narrator. I know that I'll be in for a treat.
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- Rosieb
- 20-12-20
Shadows and strongholds
Listened to Lords of the White Castle first. Now need to listen again. Liked Shadows better. The Author’s note gave much needed explanation. But overall both great books