In the year 988 vast Viking armies in fleets of Longships are threatening the Saxon port of Maldon on the Essex coast of England. The Vikings lured there by the horde of silver in King Aethelred's mint situated in the Burh, the fortified town. Edward Lavengro, Eddie, a tall black haired handsome teenage Romani warrior is captured by the disfigured noble Eldor Godric and enslaved. King Aethelred's youngest daughter Princess Catherine, Kate, accidentally collapses into Eddie's arms. He falls instantly in love with the stunning blonde teenage princess with the big powder blue eyes. From then on, despite their vast differences in social status, their fates become inherently entwined. Though an unarmed slave, Eddie rescues the princess from Viking kidnappers. Bringing the young Romani to the notice of England's premier general Ealdorman Byrhtnoth. The Ealdorman appoints the multilingual Eddie is interpreter on Byrhtonth's son's mission to infiltrate the invading Vikings. This leads Eddie into battle and mortal danger many times over, not least from Eldor Godric and his siblings. However Eddie has inherited the power of remote viewing and uses it to warn his confederates of dangers thereby forging surprising alliances. After bizarre happenings, Eddie and Kate realise their very existence isn't what they'd imagined. Only strange, Druid-like genesis entitles know all the answers. But will the couple solve the mystery before it's too late...?
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By murf
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A well researched and brilliantly written novel that vividly brings to life the historical period in which it is set. With well constructed thought provoking plots and beautifully drawn characters, it is a novel that I would unreservedly recommend to all those who love a great read.
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Fabulous Historical Saga
Mar 9 2011
By Sophie
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I love historical fiction and this one's got it all. Huge battles, Princesses to rescue and a touch of magic and mysticism. The historical detail is meticulous, I would guess that Mr Scrivener is an historian as this has a degree of authenticity missing from most books of this type.
Elements of Romeo and Juliet coupled together with Merlin and mixed with Bernard Cornwell grandeur create a fantastic read. Thoroughly enjoyable!
Elements of Romeo and Juliet coupled together with Merlin and mixed with Bernard Cornwell grandeur create a fantastic read. Thoroughly enjoyable!
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Viking Sword, Saxon Shield
May 23 2011
By Mebsi the gardener
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Format:Paperback
As a woman I don't usually read books advertised as historical thrillers. However female friends all loved this novel then recommended it to me. I agree with them, this is an exceptionally interesting fast moving all action read and I just couldn't put it down. In fact it could also be described as historical romance. The main characters Eddie and Kate are likeable and the peripheral characters well conceived and essential to the plot. The story line includes historical battles and intrigue, which are dramatic in the extreme. However these are described sensitively without too much deliberately sensationalized brutality that many masculine writers of this genre get bogged down in. I found myself believing it was true; in fact it's so realistic it should be made into a romantic adventure film. I hope the author follows this up with sequels.
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Good historical adventure thriller
Mar 16 2011
By Dave in the Doghouse
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What a fabulous novel, it breathes energy; life and excitement from page one to the last. It is truly excellent, with unexpected integrated plots and mind-blowing adventures. Based on research it has everything a historical thriller needs. Scrivener has an instinct for dramatising history; he's a master of engaging reader's emotions. This novel has it all, high adventure, romance and unrivalled battle scenes, loathsome enemies `some supposedly allies.' it is the ultimate adventure thriller. Scrivener will rank as one of the greatest storytellers; he really has historical fiction nailed down. The pace is relentless; it is a must read, I recommend this novel to all readers!
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