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The Empty Throne
- The Last Kingdom Series, Book 8
- Narrated by: Matt Bates
- Length: 11 hrs and 12 mins
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Summary
The new novel in Bernard Cornwell's number-one best-selling series "The Warrior Chronicles", on the making of England and the fate of his great hero, Uhtred of Bebbanburg.
In the battle for power, there can be only one ruler.
England is fractured, torn apart more by internal fighting than the threat of Viking invasion. The ruler of Mercia is dying, leaving no legitimate heir. His wife is a formidable fighter and great leader, but no woman has ever ruled over an English kingdom. And she is without her strongest warrior and champion, Uhtred of Bebbanburg.
So the scene is set for an explosive battle between elders and warriors for an empty throne. The vacant throne leaves a dangerous opportunity for the rival West Saxons to seize Mercia. But Edward of Wessex is distracted by the succession of his own throne, with two heirs claiming the right to be West Saxon king. And while the kingdoms are in disarray, the Vikings, this time coming from the west, will go on the rampage once more.
The very future of England hangs in the balance. A hero is needed, a hero who can destroy the threat to Mercia, a hero who will ultimately decide the fate of a nation…
Critic reviews
Praise for Bernard Cornwell:
"The best battle scenes of any writer I've ever read, past or present. Cornwell really makes history come alive" (George R.R. Martin)
"Cornwell is always in full command of his material" (Sunday Times)
"Like GAME OF THRONES, but real" (Observer)
"Tense, powerful, compulsive" (The Times)
"He's called a master storyteller. Really he's cleverer than that" (Telegraph)
"Nobody in the world does this better than Cornwell" (Lee Child)
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- Ian Brown
- 17-12-18
Bates is a huge improvement on Perring.
Another great instalment but still hankering for Keeble’s narration. Liked the sneaky addition at the start too.
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- John S
- 01-03-16
Awesome books!
This series of books has been amazing, well adapted into TV as well, cannot wait to get started on the next one!
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- dean strachan
- 03-06-24
Brilliant
Really liked how Uthered (can’t spell it) is maturing and you are seeing how he is managing more and more followers. Great narration from Matt Bates as well.
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- mathew yorke
- 24-02-21
incredible
Once again an amazing story from Cornwell! Action, suspense and a gripping story through out.
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- Amazon Customer
- 07-01-17
fantastic
it was good love his work iv like them all an will keep them all
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- Gadget rob
- 09-11-16
Empty throne
Close your eyes and you can be transported to a different age.
Battle scenes graphic.
My wife likes these books also
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- Amazon Customer
- 13-01-17
Brilliant
Awesome, love this series. Cant wait for the next one. Superb, story telling at its best
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- Karen Gilbert
- 25-04-15
Inclusive of humour excellent portrayal engaging
Uthred has become the warlord that puts cunning, realistic , prowess in making a story worth listening to graphic, detailed hints of humour absolute gem. Thankyou Bernard Cornwell
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- Mr. J. R. Daniel
- 28-10-14
Bernard Cornwall never fails!!
What made the experience of listening to The Empty Throne (The Warrior Chronicles, Book 8) the most enjoyable?
I couldn't wait to listen to it.
What was one of the most memorable moments of The Empty Throne (The Warrior Chronicles, Book 8)?
When Ethelfled was made ruler of Mercia
Which character – as performed by Matt Bates – was your favourite?
Utred
Any additional comments?
Audible is really let down by the app. It could really benefit from being able to search for books, access account information and buy books through it. And please fix the stability issues!
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- 09-11-15
another good one
Warrior Chronicles are are great series of yarns. listened to all of them and looking forward to the next one .
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