The Pale Horseman

A Novel

By: Bernard Cornwell

Narrated by: Jonathan Keeble

The second 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 television series.

As the last unvanquished piece of England, Wessex is eyed hungrily by the fearsome Viking conquerors. Uhtred, a dispossessed young nobleman, is tied to the imperiled land by birth and marriage but was raised by the Danish invaders—and he questions where his allegiance must lie. But blood is his destiny, and when the overwhelming Viking horde attacks out of a wintry darkness, Uhtred must put aside all hatred and distrust and stand beside his embattled country’s staunch defender—the fugitive King Alfred.

The Pale Horseman is a gripping, monumental adventure that gives breathtaking life to one of the most important epochs in English history—yet another masterwork from New York Times bestselling author Bernard Cornwell.

Keeble embodies Uhtred.

Excellent plot engine design. more or less real historical events/people from a period of time left beshadowed by a lack of records given breath by a fictional characters account of what it may have been like to be a Saxon and a Dane. Think Flashman. but with greater margin for invention. Keeble perfectly embodies the characters, their language, if not always on point, illicit the feel and imagery. Very disappointed that alternate narrators chosen for subsequent books. the others aren't anywhere near the mark.

Brilliant

If you love the period history about the Danish invasion of England, this is a series of books for you. Brilliantly performed by Jonathan Keeble as well!

I've become hooked on this series now.

Just began this historical series of books and now I'm hooked. On to book three.

Cornwell and Keeble, the Dream Team

What did you love best about The Pale Horseman?

Continues the story of Uhtred immediately following the first book. Never misses a beat, all of the action and interwoven characters continue to contribute to yet another wonderful story.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Pale Horseman?

Those are called spoilers, and I won't give them here.

Have you listened to any of Jonathan Keeble’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes! He is amazing! One of the best voices I've ever had the pleasure of listening to.

Who was the most memorable character of The Pale Horseman and why?

Uhtred, of course. The story revolves around him.

Any additional comments?

I was so beyond pleased with this listen that I immediately obtained the next book in the series. A must for anyone interested in Historic Fiction, or likes to listen to fantastic vocal storytelling, or thinks Vikings are cool, or generally likes being entertained. Point is, this book is good and why aren't you listening to it?

great story

Couldn't stop from the start of series.... would recommend to anyone. can't wait for the next