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The Lords of the North

The Last Kingdom Series, Book 3

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The Lords of the North

Written by: Bernard Cornwell
Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble
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The third book in the epic and bestselling series that has gripped millions.

A hero will be forged from this broken land.

As seen on Netflix and BBC around the world.

The year is 878 and the Vikings have been thrown out of Wessex. Uhtred, fresh from fighting for Alfred in the battle to free Wessex, travels north to seek revenge for his father's death, killed in a bloody raid by Uhtred's old enemy, renegade Danish lord, Kjartan.

While Kjartan lurks in his formidable stronghold of Dunholm, the north is overrun by chaos, rebellion and fear. Together with a small band of warriors, Uhtred plans his attack on his enemy, revenge fuelling his anger, resolute on bloody retribution. But, he finds himself betrayed and ends up on a desperate slave voyage to Iceland. Rescued by a remarkable alliance of old friends and enemies, he and his allies, together with Alfred the Great, are free to fight once more in a battle for power, glory and honour.

‘The Lords of the North’ is a tale of England's making, a powerful story of betrayal, struggle and romance, set in an England torn apart by turmoil and upheaval.

©2006 Bernard Cornwell (P)2014 HarperCollins Publishers Limited
Genre Fiction Historical Literary Fiction Literature & Fiction Fiction Royalty Emotionally Gripping Denmark Revenge Military England War King
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What the critics say

‘Beautifully crafted story-telling, complete with splendid set-piece battles and relentless derring-do, so gripping that it rarely stops to catch a breath. It demonstrates once again Cornwell’s enormous skill as a historical narrator. He would have graced Alfred’s court entertaining the guests with his stories.’
Daily Mail

‘Cornwell takes the spectres of ninth century history and puts flesh back on their bones. Here is Alfred's world restored – impeccably researched and illuminated with the colour and passion of a master storyteller.’
Justin Pollard, author of ‘Alfred the Great’

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Greatest series ever

The Lords of the North takes off where the last book left off. It’s important to start from book one The Last Kingdom. It is worth listening to the whole series. There is thirteen books altogether. This is one of the best stories I’ve ever listen to. I am on book six now .

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I could continue listening for days

A most excellent narrator. I enjoy him bring this story to life. The different accents that he uses are just perfect and add to the magic of his storytelling. Books like these needs someone like Mr. Keeble to put life into each scene. Awesomely done!

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Cornwall is king!

another romping adventure with utred and he battles fate and ferocious vikings plus the machinations of corrupt priests.throw in a blood fued and an impenetrable fortress and you have another masterpiece from the best historical fiction writer ever
. I walk my dogs in -25c in Canada listening to his books and even the cold does not distract from nail biting story line. 10 out of 10 .

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Wyrd biõ ful ãræd

Another adventure from the brilliant mind of Bernard Cornwell. Can't wait for the next one.

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In Love with this Series

I hang on every word in this series and love the narration by Jonathan Keeble with one exception, his depiction of female characters. He makes even the most strong female character sound weak and feeble. It's incredibly frustrating and embarrassing to listen to as a woman. He has so many wonderful male voices therefore I can't understand why he continues to narrate women in such a way.
Normally, I tend to get bored after long battle scenes but not as Bernard Cornwell has written them, I want to hear more and learn more. I feel the fear, battle rage and joy right along with the characters.

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Compelling historical fiction

Cornwell's series provides the perfect balance of fact with fiction. The characters move through the historically determined plot with depth and personality, and not merely as place holders. The performance is also superb. The characterization is subtle but effective.

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Jonathan Keeble is the best!

Excellent story told by one of the best narrators out there. Jonathan Keeble is exactly how I imagine Uhtred sounding. Best version out there.

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Book 3 of 13 and an excellent tale.

So far this series of the last Kingdoms is amazingly well performed and it truly brings life to the series, the only thing holding me back on giving it a perfect review is that it does not include the 'historical note' portion that is a staple of all Bernard Cornwells works.

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Entertaining

Love this series. I listened to the complete series and this is my favorite book. Fascinating and entertaining.

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DESTINY IS ALL

Great story, good voice work. A real treat of a book. Can't wait for book number 4 in the series.

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