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Empty Throne Saxon Tales

by Bernard Cornwell
Empty Throne Saxon Tales

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ISBN13: 9780062250711
ISBN10: 006225071X



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In the battle for power, there can be only one ruler.

Britain, early tenth century AD: a time of change. There are new raids by the Vikings from Ireland, and turmoil among the Saxons over the leadership of Mercia. A younger generation is taking over.

When Æthelred, the ruler of Mercia, dies, he leaves no legitimate heir. The West Saxons want their king, but Uhtred has long supported Æthelflaed, sister to King Edward of Wessex and widow of Æthelred. Widely loved and respected, Æthelflaed has all the makings of a leader—but can Saxon warriors ever accept a woman as their ruler? The stage is set for rivals to fight for the empty throne.

Uhtred is still suffering from wounds he received in battle. To recover his strength he needs to find the sword that caused the injury, but, lost amid the battle's blood and mud, how can it be traced, and who among the Vikings or Saxons may be holding it?

In the end it is one champion, one hero, who will destroy the new Viking threat to Mercia—and ultimately decide the fate of England.

With this eighth entry in the epic Saxon Tales series, we are reminded once again why New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell is "the most prolific and successful historical novelist in the world today" (Wall Street Journal).

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“This novel easily stands alone, with perfectly choreographed battle scenes and political infighting . .. . The lusty, rollicking narrative.... is totally accessible and great good fun. Cornwells done it again. New readers: Draw a flagon of ale, and be prepared to find the first seven in the series.” < i=""> Kirkus <>

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“Excellent . .. Mysticism, history, brutality, muck, and mire combine to splendid effect in this compelling fictional version of the birth of a great nation.” < i=""> Booklist <>

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“Verdict: Once again, Cornwell perfectly mixes the history and personalities of tenth-century England with several doses of battles, trickery, and treachery. Is there a fan of historical fiction anywhere who has not yet read a Cornwell? If so, hook them on this series, and they will knight you.” < i=""> Library Journal <>

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“The Empty Throne is Cornwells best Uthred tale yet. If there is a throne for writers of this particular type of muscular historical fiction, then Cornwell is firmly wedged in it. And on this evidence, he is not budging.” < i=""> The Times <> (London)

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“Cornwell once again shows his acknowledged mastery of fast-paced storytelling, full of exciting incident and an unflinching approach to bloodshed.” < i=""> Daily Mail <>

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“An effortlessly engaging ride.” < i=""> Mail on Sunday, EVENT Magazine <>

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The eighth installment of Bernard Cornwell s bestselling series chronicling the epic saga of the making of England, like Game of Thrones, but real (The Observer, London) the basis for The Last Kingdom, the hit BBC America television series.

My name is Uhtred. I am the son of Uhtred, who was the son of Uhtred . . .

Britain, early tenth century AD: a time of change. There are new raids by the Vikings from Ireland, and turmoil among the Saxons over the leadership of Mercia. A younger generation is taking over.

When AEthelred, the ruler of Mercia, dies, he leaves no legitimate heir. The West Saxons want their king, but Uhtred has long supported AEthelflaed, sister to King Edward of Wessex and widow of AEethelred. Widely loved and respected, AEthelflaed has all the makings of a leader but can Saxon warriors ever accept a woman as their ruler? The stage is set for rivals to fight for the empty throne.

With this eighth entry in the epic Saxon Tales series, we are reminded once again why New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell is the most prolific and successful historical novelist in the world today (Wall Street Journal).

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About the Author

Bernard Cornwell is the author of the acclaimed New York Times bestsellers 1356 and Agincourt; the bestselling Saxon Tales, which include The Last Kingdom, The Pale Horseman, Lords of the North, Sword Song, The Burning Land, Death of Kings, The Pagan Lord, and, most recently, The Empty Throne; and the Richard Sharpe novels, among many others.

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This, the 8th volume in the Saxon Stories series, is a bit of a departure from the previous ones. It's more focused on the personalities and the politics of the time than on the ongoing hostilities between the Saxons and the Vikings. It's also more focused on Uhtred's family particularly his son Uhtred and his daughter Stiorra. In addition, more attention is paid to the declining physicality of the elder Uhtred. He is no longer the young, strong, indomitable force he once was but he still can wield his sword, Serpent Breath, with power and skill. This book opens much the same way "The Pagan Lord"(#7) did. The surprise comes when you realize who the Narrator is. After the Prologue, the elder Uhtred picks up where he stopped in 'The Pagan Lord". Aethelred, the ruler of Mercia, is dying and a Witan (council) has been called to choose his successor. Uhtred is surprised to receive an invitation since he's had an ongoing affair with Aethelred's wife, Aethelflaed, who has built a reputation as a fighter but is still not a candidate to rule Mercia because she's a woman. The political maneuvering is fascinating as Edward, King of Wessex, tries to manipulate the situation so he can rule Mercia by proxy. He is supported by his primary advisor, Aethelhelm, who hopes to have his grandson succeed Edward. To do so he must get rid of the child of an early marriage by Edward which resulted in a son, Aethelstan, who, though labelled as a bastard, is actually the legal heir to Edward's crown. Uhtred loves Aethelstan and works hard to keep him alive and also teach him what he needs to know if he is ever to become a king. The plot unfolds from there and we are introduced to a Welsh leader who is trying to unite Wales just as Alfred's dream was to unite all of England. We also meet a young Norseman from Ireland who is trying to grab lands in Mercia because the Irish are driving the Norse out of Ireland. There are, of course, Uhtred's lieutenants Finan and Osferth, who have been with Uhtred for a long time and still fight by his side and give him advice whether he wants it or not. It's a wonderful story with lots of twists and turns that sometimes appear to doom Uhtred. Fortunately, he's both a survivor and a thinker so always manages to escape death's clutches. I'll have a hard time waiting for #9. I also hope Cornwell lives long enough to finish the entire series just as he did with the Richard Sharpe series.

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Product Details

ISBN:
9780062250711
Binding:
Hardcover
Publication date:
01/06/2015
Publisher:
HARPERCOLLINS PUBLISHERS
Series info:
Saxon Tales (Hardcover)
Pages:
320
Height:
1.30IN
Width:
5.90IN
Thickness:
1.00
Series:
Saxon Tales
Series Number:
8
Series Volume:
8
Author:
Bernard Cornwell
Subject:
Literature-A to Z

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