Saxon Tales The Flame Bearer, Book 10, (Paperback)

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This is the tenth novel in the Uhtred series. In this one, King Edward the Elder's son in law Aethelhelm is plotting with various others to ensure that this grandson succeeds to the throne, rather than the King's eldest son, by an earlier wife, Athelstan. Danes, Scots and various others all form ...

from DorianG

Too short at 300 pages. Feels very much like a money spinnner while BBC are showing the Uhtred series. 400 to 500 pages would have been better value and it's getting tiresome with authors stretching what should be one novel into two or three novellas.

from thegeneral

I found this book pacier and more entertaining than some of the recent editions in this series. I was glad that Uthred was focused on the Northumbrian situation chiefly. Is this the near end of the series?

from jamespurcell

The quest for Bebbanberg continues as B Cornwell weaves once more; frail skeins of history into another engaging Saxon Tale. Peace in Britain during this period means that everyone is choosing sides to go to war. Uhtred has a plan which requires selecting allies from his many enemies and creating...

from Tiger

I liked the description of all conflicting interests and countries. A melting pot prior to America much of their conflict resolution and ideals was transposed to our country.