
Essex Dogs
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Narrated by:
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Ben Miles
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By:
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Dan Jones
About this listen
Globally bestselling historian Dan Jones makes his historical fiction debut with Essex Dogs, the explosive first instalment in an epic new trilogy set during the Hundred Years War.
July 1346. The Hundred Years' War has begun, and King Edward and his lords are on the march through France. But this war belongs to the men on the ground.
Swept up in the bloody chaos, a tight-knit company from Essex must stay alive long enough to see their home again. With sword, mace and longbow, the Essex Dogs will fight, from the landing beaches of Normandy to the bloodsoaked field of Crécy.
There's Pismire, small enough to infiltrate enemy camps. Scotsman, strong enough to tear down a wall. Millstone, a stonemason who'll do anything to protect his men. Father, a priest turned devilish by the horrors of war. Romford, a talented young archer on the run from his past. And Loveday Fitztalbot, their battle-scarred captain, who just wants to get his boys home safe.
Some men fight for glory. Others fight for coin. The Essex Dogs? They fight for each other.
©2022 Dan Jones (P)2022 Head of ZeusCritic Reviews
"Jones is certainly an entertainer, but also a fine historian." (The Times)
"When it comes to rip-roaring medieval narratives, Jones has few peers." (Sunday Times)
"Dan Jones writes with pace, wit and insight." (Helen Castor)
Enjoyable
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This needs to be a movie!!
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An excellent novel from a great historian
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Outstanding Historical War Story
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Characters to capture you
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Off to France in 1346… boots and all!
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Masterpiece
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Outstanding performance
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Great Campaign story
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The comradery and banter between "the dogs" is brilliant, the writing is fairly to the point, and suits the story well.
The battles are gritty and action packed, with quiter moments throughout to really build up the cast of characters. The best part is you learn a good deal about history while following the two main characters.
Great for existing historical fiction fans while also a great entry point for someone new to it too.
Brilliant
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