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The Serpent Sword

The Bernicia Chronicles, Book 1

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The Serpent Sword

By: Matthew Harffy
Narrated by: Barnaby Edwards
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633AD. Anglo-Saxon Britain. A gripping, powerful, action-packed historical thriller about vengeance and coming of age. The Bernicia Chronicles are perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell.

Beobrand is compelled by his brother's almost-certain murder to embark on a quest for revenge in the war-ravaged kingdoms of Northumbria. The land is rife with danger, as warlords vie for supremacy and dominion. In the battles for control of the region, new oaths are made and broken, and loyalties are tested to the limits. With no patronage and no experience, Beobrand must form his own allegiances and learn to fight with sword and shield.

Relentless in pursuit of his enemies, he faces challenges which transform him from a boy to a man who stands strong in the clamour and gore of the shieldwall. As he closes in on his kin's slayer and the bodies pile up, can Beobrand mete out the vengeance he craves without sacrificing his honour...or even his soul?

©2016 Matthew Harffy (P)2016 Audible, Ltd Historical Thriller & Suspense Revenge Exciting Scary Middle Ages
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did not capture me

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I listened to this book expecting something different or adding to “The Last Kingdom.” Unfortunately it failed enthuse and was just run of the mill story telling. I will not continue with the series.

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Against a 'historical ' background that brings the usual slaughter, bloodshed and heroic combat a tale of vengeance and coming of age.
Fairly predictable plot line and the usual 'noble' hero and dastardly villain mixed in with a few pretty wenches. All a little stereotypical really.
The author has done his research and all is set amid a sound social history of the time.
All said, an enjoyable romp and it is quite likely I will follow the series for at least another episode, when in the mood for a non-taxing listen.

Handsome hero, ugly villain, pretty wenches

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I am a huge fan of historical fiction and Mathew Harffy has managed to spring board his way into my favourite authors with this series alone!!

Read this book right now you won’t regret it I promise!

..... what are you waiting for! 😊

Incredible start to an amazing series

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Ive finished all of Bernard Cornwells Last Kingdom series and wanted more from the same or similar time period (Dark Age Britain).
Ive found it here !
Great story line. Well Narrated. Twists & Turns, Battles, Betrayal.
It has it all !
I cant wait to listen to the rest of these books.

As good as Bernard Cornwells Last Kingdom Series !

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