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A Column of Fire

By: Ken Follett
Narrated by: John Lee
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The page-turning historical saga that began in The Pillars of the Earth and World Without End, which now 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 . . .

 Historical Historical Fiction Renaissance Suspense Thriller & Suspense Royalty Exciting Espionage
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The incredibly depth of interwoven lives and the historical insight make this another work of genius

Such depth and skill

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Enjoyed this just as much as an audiobook as I did reading it 20 years ago. Sweeping epic, strong characters, history through compelling stories.

Second time I’ve read the series

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Narrator is great but, it bothered me when he says pacifically rather than specifically which I'm positive is what is written.

Great book.

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Very enjoyable and a good way to finish the series that is long but enjoyable.

Great end to the series.

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There could be more of a link to characters in previous books. Love listening to the relationship with history especially what I learnt as a child in primary school and was so bored with

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