The Last Kingdom

De: Bernard Cornwell

Narrado por: Jonathan Keeble

The first installment of Bernard Cornwell’s New York Times bestselling series chronicling the epic saga of the making of England, “like Game of Thrones, but real” (The Observer, London)—the basis for The Last Kingdom, the hit Netflix series.

In the middle years of the ninth century, the fierce Danes stormed onto British soil, hungry for spoils and conquest. Kingdom after kingdom fell to the ruthless invaders until but one realm remained. And suddenly the fate of all England—and the course of history—depended upon one man, one king.

From New York Times bestselling storyteller Bernard Cornwell comes a rousing epic adventure of courage, treachery, duty, devotion, majesty, love, and battle as seen through the eyes of a young warrior who straddled two worlds.

Great story!

Wonderful storytelling, excellent narration. I could not stop listening. I highly recommend this book for anyone who enjoys historical fiction.

A fine work of historical & embellished narrative.

Very educational historically. Adventurous and endearing. Do watch out for some adult content. This book will make you happy, sad, angry and more!

Mr Cornwell hits another home run

Bernard Cornwell is the master of historical fiction. His characters come to life.

Jonathan Keeble is perfectly suited for this type of story.

I will listen again and again.

Skäl!

Absolutely amazing! I was didn't want it to end. So I will be looking for more.

As good as the Netflix series

You go into Uhtred's head, understanding why his loyalties change between Saxons and Danes. I love the story and Jonathan Keeble has a perfect voice to tell a story like a bard. Will listen to the rest of the series since the ending only handles one of Uhtred's goals (Mildred and their son) but there are more.

Interesting insight into a little understood period of English history

This story highlights a period in English history I was on vaguely familiar with. The Viking occupation and near conquest of England is an interesting and bloody story of the beginnings of English national character. #voicesfromthegrave,#mythologyinspired, #clever,#violent,#paganenglandtimes,tagsgiving,#sweepstakes

Awesome performance!

I generally don’t like stories told in first person, but Mr. Keeble’s performance changed my mind with this book. One of the best performances I’ve ever listened to.

A great adventure novel

This was a tremendously fun book to read. Like the best Game of Thrones novels but without the dragons. Its a more personal story than GOT, focusing almost entirely on a single protagonist.

It's not a subtle book but it is compelling if you like the idea of vikings and knights clashing in muddy fields or sailing into battle on warships.

It's more than violent battles though and I really enjoyed the relationships between the characters and the unexpected narrative twists that propelled the story forward.

The narrator was fantastic and set a perfect tone. It felt like I was sitting in a drafty English tavern with a glass of ale while I listened to an old warrior recount his life.

Listen to this one if you're looking for a bloody good time.

Writing is fantastic, Narration is brilliant!

You can't really go wrong with a Bernard Cornwell story but the narrator does a great job making the listener feel like they are in the story with Uhtred. it's truly great. Well worth it.

Wanted to read after watching the show...

and it was the best decision I have ever made. I love hearing so much more depth in the characters and plot and getting much more out of the series. I can't believe it took me this long to start. I also really love this narrator doing this book. I heard it read by another person and I hated it. This guy absolutely kills it.