The Winter Prince

By: Elizabeth E. Wein

Narrated by: Basil Sands

Medraut is the eldest son of Artos, high king of Britain and, but for an accident of birth, would be heir to the throne. Instead, his younger half-brother, Lleu, fragile and inexperienced, is chosen. Medraut cannot bear to be commanded and contradicted by this weakling brother who he feels has usurped both his birthright and his father's favor. Torn and bitter, he joins Morgause, the high king's treacherous sister, in a plot to force Artos to forfeit his power and kingdom in exchange for Lleu's life. But this plot soon proves to be much more-a battlefield on which Medraut is forced to decide, for good or evil, where his own allegiance truly lies.

©1993 Elizabeth E. Wein (P)2012 Elizabeth Gatland

My favorite book, well read!

a unique retelling of the Arthur, Mordred, and Morgana story.
a good performance of one of the few books I have read more than once. every time I read (or listen), I learn something new about the characters, some deeper meaning. I absolutely love it.
fair warning- abuse: mental, physical, and sexual, themes throughout, recovering from them, and how difficult it is.

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What did you love best about The Winter Prince?

It is a, beautiful, and compelling takes on the Arthurian legends. I recommend it. It's a gem of a novel with simple plot told in spare, fluid prose that infuses both characters and themes with dignity and grace, and great beauty.. The book was narrated in a good way.