Kings of War
A completely addictive, action-packed historical adventure from MJ Porter
Published on 12. July 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
468 pages
978-1-83751-188-4 (ISBN)
Description
The next bloody and thrilling instalment in MJ Porter's The Brunanburh Series.Can the King of the Scots and the Dublin Norse triumph against a united England?
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King Athelstan of the English has been successful in uniting the many kingdoms of Britain against one enemy, the Viking raiders.
But men who are kings don't wish to be ruled.
Constantin, King of the Scots, rebelled against the Imperium and was forcibly brought to bend the knee to Athelstan and England at Cirencester. His son Ildulb seeks bloody vengeance from Athelstan following the battle at Cait and the death of his son.
Olaf Gothfrithson, king of the Dublin Norse, having asserted his power following his father's death has his sights set on reclaiming Jorvik.
Can the united might of the Scots and the violence of the Dublin Norse, descendants of the infamous Viking raiders, bring King Athelstan and his vision of the united Saxon English to her knees?
An epic story of kingsmanship that will result in the pivotal, bloody Battle of Brunanburh, where only one side can be victorious.
Praise for The Brunanburh Series.
'An epic tale of the birth of a nation. Truly mesmerising. Game of Thrones meets The Last Kingdom' - Gordon Doherty
'MJ effortlessly draws you into early Medieval England with this fascinating tale.' - Donovan Cook
'A very good read and MJ Porter is at her best bringing flesh to the facts and giving the main players personalities. Great way to read about the history of this time. Enjoy.' - Goodreads
'A Great read. Well written from the perspective of many of the characters. Recommended- - Reader Review
'A really enjoyable read, I particularly liked exploring the different characters and their motivations, each wanting to ensure their safety but at the same time ready to attack if the time is right. It's all about the build up baby..you are just wanting to see who will step over the line first!' - Reader Review
'Another of M J Porters excellent books. The thoughts of the characters written, as always, in the first person are plausible and always immensely interesting, giving an insight into their real lives' - Reader Review
'I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I love the mix of history and what I if thoughts this story evoked in me. I can't wait to read more from this talented author.' - Reader Review
'5.0 out of 5 stars A fascinating, well researched glimpse into the 10th century politics...It is compelling, full of political intrigues.' - Reader Review
'Another of this author's brilliant books. A good read and excellent characterisation of the men involved.now onto the next book.' - Reader Review
'Completely compelling read set out to combine all the main characters stories in an free flowing style. Interesting how the character of each character is developed through the novel.' - Reader Review
'Another brilliant tale of old England. M.J.Porter tells an intreguing tale of kings and warriors, when age old rivalries are temporarily settled. I presume that the tale of old England will continue.I hope so' - - Reader Review
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King Athelstan of the English has been successful in uniting the many kingdoms of Britain against one enemy, the Viking raiders.
But men who are kings don't wish to be ruled.
Constantin, King of the Scots, rebelled against the Imperium and was forcibly brought to bend the knee to Athelstan and England at Cirencester. His son Ildulb seeks bloody vengeance from Athelstan following the battle at Cait and the death of his son.
Olaf Gothfrithson, king of the Dublin Norse, having asserted his power following his father's death has his sights set on reclaiming Jorvik.
Can the united might of the Scots and the violence of the Dublin Norse, descendants of the infamous Viking raiders, bring King Athelstan and his vision of the united Saxon English to her knees?
An epic story of kingsmanship that will result in the pivotal, bloody Battle of Brunanburh, where only one side can be victorious.
Praise for The Brunanburh Series.
'An epic tale of the birth of a nation. Truly mesmerising. Game of Thrones meets The Last Kingdom' - Gordon Doherty
'MJ effortlessly draws you into early Medieval England with this fascinating tale.' - Donovan Cook
'A very good read and MJ Porter is at her best bringing flesh to the facts and giving the main players personalities. Great way to read about the history of this time. Enjoy.' - Goodreads
'A Great read. Well written from the perspective of many of the characters. Recommended- - Reader Review
'A really enjoyable read, I particularly liked exploring the different characters and their motivations, each wanting to ensure their safety but at the same time ready to attack if the time is right. It's all about the build up baby..you are just wanting to see who will step over the line first!' - Reader Review
'Another of M J Porters excellent books. The thoughts of the characters written, as always, in the first person are plausible and always immensely interesting, giving an insight into their real lives' - Reader Review
'I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I love the mix of history and what I if thoughts this story evoked in me. I can't wait to read more from this talented author.' - Reader Review
'5.0 out of 5 stars A fascinating, well researched glimpse into the 10th century politics...It is compelling, full of political intrigues.' - Reader Review
'Another of this author's brilliant books. A good read and excellent characterisation of the men involved.now onto the next book.' - Reader Review
'Completely compelling read set out to combine all the main characters stories in an free flowing style. Interesting how the character of each character is developed through the novel.' - Reader Review
'Another brilliant tale of old England. M.J.Porter tells an intreguing tale of kings and warriors, when age old rivalries are temporarily settled. I presume that the tale of old England will continue.I hope so' - - Reader Review
More details
Series
Edition
Large type / large print edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United Kingdom
Edition type
Large type / large print edition
Dimensions
Height: 234 mm
Width: 156 mm
Thickness: 30 mm
Weight
588 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-83751-188-4 (9781837511884)
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Schweitzer Classification
Person
MJ Porter is the author of many historical novels set predominantly in Seventh to
Eleventh-Century England, and in Viking Age Denmark. Raised in the shadow of a
building that was believed to house the bones of long-dead Kings of Mercia, meant
that the author's writing destiny was set.
Eleventh-Century England, and in Viking Age Denmark. Raised in the shadow of a
building that was believed to house the bones of long-dead Kings of Mercia, meant
that the author's writing destiny was set.