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The Silent Shield
- The Kingfountain Series, Book 5
- Narrated by: Kate Rudd
- Series: The Kingfountain Series, Book 5
- Length: 10 hrs and 31 mins
- Categories: Literature & Fiction, Genre Fiction
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In the ancient and mystical land of Muirwood, Lia has known only a life of servitude. Labeled a “wretched”, an outcast unwanted and unworthy of respect, Lia is forbidden to realize her dream to read or write. All but doomed, her days are spent toiling away as a kitchen slave under the charge of the Aldermaston, the Abbey’s watchful overseer. But when an injured squire named Colvin is abandoned at the kitchen’s doorstep, an opportunity arises.
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enthralling
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A devastating plague continues to rage through the land of Muirwood, and all hope is laid at the feet of the young woman Lia. Called as a magical protector, Lia volunteers to embark on one last quest to rescue the knight-maston Colvin - her great love - and his pupil, the alleged heir to the fallen kingdom of Pry-Ree. Undaunted by injuries, Lia sets off across land and sea warning the kingdom of the great plague that is upon them. The arduous journey leads her to the doors of Dochte Abbey, where her friends are supposedly held. However, a fallen enemy lies in wait for Lia, as well as an unbearable new truth.
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Great book
- By John on 02-07-2018
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The Blight of Muirwood
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Rising from her humble beginnings as a lost orphan, Lia is summoned to be Muirwood Abbey’s protector and special guardian for Ellowyn Demont, the lost heir of the fallen kingdom of Pry-Ree. After the death of the ruthless king at the battle of Winterrowd, the great Aldermaston and Abbey leader calls on Lia to use her mystical talents to save Muirwood from two new threats - a vengeful queen accusing the Abbey of her husband’s death and a deadly plague threatening to destroy the land.
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Fantastic
- By Jordy on 30-07-2019
Publisher's Summary
A Wall Street Journal bestseller.
The fifth book in the million-copy bestselling Kingfountain series from Jeff Wheeler.
Courtly intrigue and rumors of invasion plunge Kingfountain into turmoil as the search for Trynne’s father begins in earnest. But Trynne’s quest to learn the truth of Owen’s sinister disappearance is sidetracked when tragedy strikes her family once again. Suddenly, the future of the kingdom rests in her hands as she struggles to learn - and control - the power that can keep the threatening Deep Fathoms at bay.
When King Gahalatine unleashes his overwhelming forces against the realm, Trynne must draw on her political instincts, warrior training, and Fountain-blessed magic if she hopes to survive the chaos to come. But a final, epic confrontation will force Trynne into an unimaginable choice: save her kingdom and the lives of her people, or lose the one who means more to her than life itself.
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- Lyn
- 03-09-2017
Excellent
Excellent; a really entertaining listen and story. Loved it. More please. I look forward to each Kingfountain episode immensely.
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- Andressa W.
- 28-10-2017
I'll take Jeff Wheeler over George Martin anyday
Seriously. While I do think George Martin is a talented writer and world-builder, I think Wheeler writes his characters fantastically. They're realistic: they feel and fear and love and overcome obstacles. Better yet: there's no gratuitous sex and profanity so yay for that!
Trynne has become one of my favorite heroines of all time, and Kate Rudd voices her perfectly.
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- NaomiG
- 07-09-2017
Truly excellent next installment in the series
The story alone stands as a testament to Wheeler's talent, but the surprise is in the convergence of multiple story lines. If you haven't read Wheeler's other series yet, start now.
I've fallen completely for Trynne and Fallon, even though my heart is also breaking for all that they experience. Wheeler continues to blow me away with his ability to draw deep emotional reactions from readers, while also portraying his characters as smart, savvy, emotionally intelligent heroines and heroes.
I cannot WAIT to find out what happens in the final installment of the Kingfountain series.
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- spruillella
- 28-08-2017
Marvaliss book
very well written just love Jeff Wheeler can't wait for next book .I think it will. be even better. have not read one that was not the best.
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- Crystal Harris
- 22-01-2021
simply amazing
I absolutely love the series. Jeff Wheeler's storytelling is magnificent. I can't wait to read the next book.
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- Nate_D
- 07-11-2019
Soooooo good!
A straight continuation of the story from the 4th book. This is one of the best fantasy series I have ever read!
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- ASL4U
- 20-09-2019
great story but left waiting for more
This is the first book of the series that left hanging threads between two books. its a great stiry - but a little disconcerting to be keft hanging in the story lines of a couple characters.
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- Nanny_retired
- 04-07-2019
Excellent
An excellent series for teens and up who enjoy fantasy and adventure reads. Indeed, a page turner!
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- Sandra Grasdock
- 16-05-2019
The Silent Shield
Great book to listen to Late Rudd does an excellent job. This book is helping me recover from the surgery
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- Donna
- 12-05-2019
loved it!
Loved it! This is my favorite in the series thus far. I'm ready to listen again... except that I must find out what happens next...
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- Rachel
- 11-05-2019
the best one so far
each book has led up to this one. such an exciting read! highly recommend this one.
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- Ho-Man Yau
- 22-11-2019
another excellent story.
part 2 of the what if story of Joan of Arc in the time of King Arthur. now I have to read part 3 to see how it all ends.
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- George Dall
- 18-04-2018
Great book
A great addition to the series so far, lives up to what you would expect from Jeff.
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- Kindle Customer
- 15-04-2018
great
as with this whole series we loved this story and seeing how Trynne has grown and developed into such a strong character.
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- Martin
- 07-09-2017
Enjoyably good book
I enjoyed this almost as much as all his other books, but it didn't have quiet the twist of emotions some of his other books have. The wretched remains to date one of my favorites for that very reason.
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