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    The Last Kingdom - The Saxon Stories by Bernard Cornwell
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    The Last Kingdom by Bernard Cornwell is a historical fiction novel set in ninth-century Britain during the Danish invasion. The story follows Uhtred, a young Saxon boy who is captured and raised by Danes, navigating the complexities of loyalty and identity. Through vivid battle scenes and detailed historical context, the book paints a picture of a tumultuous time in English history, focusing on the clash between Saxons and Danes. The narrative is driven by Uhtred's transformation from a boy to a warrior, exploring themes of destiny, loyalty, and the struggle between paganism and Christianity.

    The Danes were clever that day. They had made new walls inside the city, invited our men into the streets, trapped them between the new walls, surrounded them, and killed them. They did not kill all t...

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    Lion of Ireland - Celtic World Of Morgan Llywelyn by Morgan Llywelyn
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    "Lion of Ireland" by Morgan Llywelyn is a historical fiction novel that follows the life of Brian Boru, a legendary leader of Ireland who united the clans in the late 900s. The author, Morgan Llywelyn, weaves a captivating tale blending historical facts with fictional elements, portraying Brian Boru's journey to end the control of Vikings over Ireland. The narrative is rich in detail, describing the landscape, people, beliefs, and the struggles faced by the Irish kingdoms against Norse and Danish invaders.

    The story delves into Brian Boru's personal life, relationships with women, and his vision of a unified Ireland. Through vivid storytelling, Llywelyn brings to life the early Irish inhabitants, pre-Christian lore, and the influence of Christianity during that era. is praised for its historical accuracy, engaging narrative, and the portrayal of Brian Boru as a flawed but visionary leader who played a significant role in shaping the history of Ireland.

    To the youngest child of a large and brawling family, privacy is a rare thing. Brian always seemed to be walking in someone else’s shadow. He had sought this hill because, at the moment, no one else c...

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