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A Column of Fire
- Kingsbridge, Book 3
- Narrated by: John Lee
- Length: 30 hrs and 19 mins
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Publisher's Summary
The thrilling saga that began in The Pillars of the Earth and World Without End, which continues with Ken Follett's magnificent, masterful A Column of Fire.
A World in Turmoil
1558, and Europe is in revolt as religious hatred sweeps the continent. Elizabeth Tudor has ascended to the throne but she is not safe in this dangerous new world. There are many who would see her removed, not least Mary Queens of Scots, who lies in wait in Paris.
A New Order
Elizabeth determines to set up a new secret service: a group of resourceful spies and courageous agents entrusted to keep her safe and in power. As she searches for those who will make the difference, one man stands out.
A Man Who Would Die for His Queen
For Ned Willard the opportunity to serve his queen is God-sent. He cannot stay in Kingsbridge and watch the love of his life marry another, and as fires burn and extremism begins to spark throughout Europe, Ned makes his choice. He will spend his life protecting his monarch from the tyrants who aim to destroy her or die trying . . .
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- Radu Enache
- 04-10-2017
Excellent historical fiction
I really liked this book, it was a great addition to the trilogy. It feels quite different from the first two books as it is follows events from all over western Europe, while the first two are mostly set in Kingsbridge. Another difference is that this one reads a lot like a spy novel, with the central characters having a lot of influence over key political figures from history. This is not a detriment to the story however, as Ken is very experienced writing spy novels and I was engaged in the plot from start to finish. Once again the cast of characters is well fleshed out, with a great mix of fictional point of view characters and real historical figures. Seeing these characters experience key events in history was a pleasure, as always.
John Lee does a great job narrating, as he did for the first two books. This is the most demanding performance due to the varied accents of the characters but Lee does not skip a beat and embodies each character effortlessly.
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- carol
- 29-12-2017
Column of Fire
loved the book and the narration was easy to listen to I enjoyed being able to listen when driving. Not at all disappointed.
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- David Lavell
- 12-08-2023
Ken Follet at his best
This book takes you to the time and place. It puts you there in history.
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- Shay
- 18-08-2023
Fantastic addition the series
My favourite in the series so far (on par with the evening and the morning). It is different to any of the other books in the series as it places Kingsbridge more in a European context. I enjoyed it and felt like a fusion between some of his spy novels and Century trilogy books.
John Lee as always was amazing, the range of accents is incredible.
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- Anonymous User
- 08-06-2023
Engrossing and Fascinating book.
I really enjoyed this third book in this series. A great way to get an understanding of European and British history. The narrator is excellent!
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- Peter
- 08-02-2018
Another Follett Blockbuster
My only negative about this latest book is the sense of loss when it finished! Love the characters and the intertwined plots. Above all what a fabulous way to brush up on European history. John Lee is an excellent narrator and does superb justice to Follett’s characters. Overall a superb book - I probably might have enjoyed the two previous Kingsbridge books slightly more but that has not detracted from my thorough enjoyment of this book. Ken Follett sets a high standard. Thank you!!
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- Dale Wilkins
- 21-12-2021
Sadly predictable
These books are easy listening. The minutiae are entertaining and the tie ins with history can be enthralling.
The main characters, however, are too predictable in their actions. Too cookie-cutter in their personalities. Too unfortunate in their setbacks. It makes for a frustrating read on such a long book. I wish Follett would allow his characters to change their morality due to circumstance. I wish the "smart" women would not always be the subject of stupid decisions due to said morality. Often ending in their deaths or unhappiness.
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- Anonymous User
- 29-05-2022
Favourite book of all time
As I finished the trilogy I fell into mourning as I will dearly miss the pleasure it has brought me.
All hale Ken Follett!
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- Leonora
- 15-02-2021
Ken Follett is a master!!!
Didn't think Ken could do it again, but he sure did. I loved, loved, loved it!!!
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- Joy
- 23-12-2017
another Ken Follett classic!
This book was a bit heavy at times but still enjoyed it.
Narrator's delivery impeccable!
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