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The Whale Road Book 1

By: Robert Low, John Nicholl
Narrated by: David Rintoul
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The first in the Oathsworn series, charting the adventures of a band of Vikings on the chase for the secret hoard of Attila the Hun.

Life is savage aboard a Viking raider.

Young Orm Rurikson is plucked from the snows of Norway to join his estranged father on the Fjord Elk, and becomes a member of the notorious crew – the Oathsworn. Hired as relic-hunters by the merchant rulers, and sent in search of a legendary sword of untold value to the new religion – their mission is treacherous.

With only a young girl as guide, their quest will lead them on to the deep waters of the 'whale road', toward the cursed treasure of Attila the Hun. And to a challenge that will test the very bond that holds them together.

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Critic reviews

'A company of warriors, desperate battles, an enthralling read' BERNARD CORNWELL

'A fantastic book, one of the best I have read for years. There's a wonderful earthiness to proceedings and he creates a tangible sense of being there. There's a sturdy, lyrical and epic quality about the writing which makes it feel like the kind of saga a Viking would recount in his old age.'
SIMON SCARROW

‘A stirring Viking series of blockbuster battles and religious intrigue.’
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good start to series lovely read or.listen really enjoyed charachter build up on to the next one

excellent start

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Good story, historically sound and well performed. Took a bit to engage with initially but worth it: a satisfying listen well worth 5 stars.

A good Viking saga!

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Loved this and written by fellow living historian who knew his stuff. Full of accurate fighting action and twists.

Amazing

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The first book in a great story and well told gritty adventure, my favourite Viking saga brought to life.

A great saga

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This narrator did a wonderful job of bringing the book to life. The characters and plot were excellent and I will be looking for more from both author and narrator

Thrilling adventure expertly performed

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