Warrior's Ransom

The First Argentines, Book 2

By: Jeff Wheeler

Narrated by: Kate Rudd

Length: 10 hrs and 56 mins

Publisher's summary

A loyal knight is on a quest to save a dynasty from itself in the thrilling sequel to Knight’s Ransom by Wall Street Journal best-selling author Jeff Wheeler.

After a pilgrimage to the East Kingdoms seeking a blessing from the Fountain, source of the land’s magic, Sir Ransom Barton returns home in search of two dreams: Claire de Murrow, the heiress he loves, and a patron for his warrior skills. Unexpectedly, Ransom finds himself in the favor of Devon, the notorious Elder King. Brought into the ruler’s mesnie and given two wards of his own, Ransom is devoted to his privileged new position. He’s also privy to the running of the realm and to all its courtly intrigues - notably, the machinations of the king’s three remaining sons, all engaged in a manipulative battle to become heir to the throne.

As Ransom is thrust into the middle of poisonous family conspiracies and betrayals, allegiances are shattered, and Ransom fears he may end up serving his worst enemy - or worse, face exile for demonstrating loyalty.

Drawing on his developing powers, Ransom takes up arms against the dark forces coming in a war that will test the limits of his courage and determine the fate of the dangerous and fractious Argentine dynasty.

©2021 Jeff Wheeler. Quote from Lord, I Would Follow Thee by Susan Evans McCloud © by Intellectual Reserve, Inc. (P)2021 Brilliance Publishing, Inc., all rights reserved.

enjoyed it

listen to all of his books and I've liked everyone. I've liked the story so far. I'm looking forward to the next

Intrigue, Treachery, and Deception

Sounds like a day on Capitol Hill. There are certain similarities, for sure. Our hero knight, Ransom finds himself in the thick of the realm's politics, as the kings continue to play games with people's lives.

Ransom is now back in the Elder King Devon's mesnie, and has sworn his fealty. Interesting, since he knows Devon well. Devon is nearly half-mad and prone to fits of fiery rage and rash decisions. His sons can't be trusted as they plot against each other and King Devon to gain control.

It seems no one understands loyalty and honor, with the exception of Ransom. He's got it nailed. Even when he doesn't like a decision, or it completely chafes against his instincts, he follows the orders of his king. But Devon's impetuous decisions are creating havoc for Ransom and the one woman he wants to marry, Claire.

If, like me, you thought the first book in this series was complex and convoluted, buckle up. This novel takes everything up a few notches. Intrigue and treasonous deceit are the norm here, and no one can be trusted. The entire land is thrown into an upheaval over the treacherous hearts and unjust plotting of a few. This is royal politics gone amuck. But it makes for an excellent read, with these very amazing characters and the plot line that speeds toward certain destruction like a runaway truck downhill with no brakes.

Start with the first book, "Knight's Ransom," then pick this one up for a truly dynamic story.

I love Wheeler's worlds!

Another fantastic book by Wheeler and wonderfully narrated. I can't wait for the next addition!

loved it!

I loved it! can't wait for the next one! I live the world of Kingfountain!

great book

My son and daughter loved this book. They wanted to hear the next one, but I told them they had to wait. Jeff and Kate make an excellent team for audible.

loved it

I really hope Jeff Wheeler never stops writing about king fountain. these characters, the references to past books...I love it!

history is doomed to repeat itself

If you've read some of Mr. Wheeler's books, e.g., the queens poisoner series , then this series will be more powerful.

The first book is a bit hollow to start with character development leveraging the author's idealized knight to help us fill in the traits of the main character. The story of the series exposes the repetiveness of history while the details are unique for these books.

For those readers that claim the book is repetive -- they are correct. the whole point is to demonstrate those historically repetive stories while emfactically delivering new escapees.

I enjoyed this narrative and the universe (ahem, world) it enriches.

always a great story

really enjoyed this book and all of Jeff Wheeler's books can not wait for next book in this series.

Fun book and great narration.

This is such a great series. I am so glad I found it. I am hooked!

Love the characters and the stories.

The narration is amazing!

eh, pretty much book one extended

personally I think they could have cut a bit of the politics and combined the two books. that may just be me, I don't enjoy reading about that kinda thing.
also, in my opinion, the royal family is just too wishy-washy. I understand the idea but after two books full of back & forth and not much else it gets old.
not sure if I'm going to continue the series.