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The Lords of the North

The Last Kingdom Series, Book 3

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The Lords of the North

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 Action & Adventure Genre Fiction Historical Literary Fiction Mystery, Thriller & Suspense Thriller & Suspense War & Military Emotionally Gripping

Critic Reviews

‘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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As always, superb storytelling. Rich and vibrant descriptions. Jonathan Keeble brings the characters alive. Highly recommend

Fantastic!!

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This a a great story and I have enjoyed the history lesson that has come with it. However, the superb narration by Jonathan Keeble is what makes this story come alive.

Superb Narrater

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This is the third book in the series. This time it moves to Northumbria and focuses on the leaders and their fortresses. Perfect story telling and delivery.

Great third book in series

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My title says it all. Amazing series & amazing book. Recommend it to all who enjoy historical fiction.

One of the best series ever.

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Having watched The Last Kingdom, I understand the characters which it more meaningful to me.
The narrator was great and so is the story.

I loved it

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Jonathan Keeble is a perfect narrator for the Last Kingdom series. The books by Bernard Cornwell are fantastic

Great story, great reader

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This bloke brings the story to life , best Narrator I've listened too , the bloke that does the Wilber Smith books is not to bad either 👍

best Narrator

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Five stars from me. Great story, great delivery. I already have the next book downloaded am am ready to start listening.

Brilliant as always!!!

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a page turning Welwyn of action adventure blood and guts I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good Viking Warrior

a great story page-turning lots of adventure and a

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These books are amazing, so much different from the TV series. It is possible to see where they played cut and paste with various plot points and characters, and embellished here and there, but the audio of the full story is just a delight to listen to. Am hoping the new bloke who does the rest is as good...

Will Miss Jonathon Keeble...

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