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In this special prequel to Matthew Reilly’s The Tournament, Roger Ascham, the unorthodox tutor of Princess Elizabeth, is tasked by King Henry VIII with a most unusual and dangerous mission – tracking down a favourite prostitute of the King's who has gone missing.
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- Clarissa
- 02-27-15
LANGUAGE
I was very disappointed in his unnecessary use of vulgar language! I think you could have used some imagination instead of taking the cheap way out and giving the characters life and depth without it.
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- Kindle Customer
- 01-14-15
interesting
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?
eh, yes because it was free.
Did the plot keep you on the edge of your seat? How?
No, It was pretty predictable and I had it figured out after like 5 minutes.
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- Kristilblu
- 01-01-15
Not my cup of tea as far as mystery books go!
I enjoy mystery/crime/suspense/thriller type stories. Normally I like modern day stories but I thought I would give a storyline with a king in it a chance. Needless to say it had some of what I like but it was to short n easily solved.
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- Daniel Wms
- 07-23-15
Made me want to hear "The Tournament"!
I'm new to Matthew Reilly's books, and found this to be a juicier morsel than anticipated--much like an hors-d'oeuvre that looks to be of interest, and proves to be delicious.
As an avid fan of historical fiction, I'm fascinated by Reilly's depiction of King Henry VIII--as a brash and irreverent monarch AND doting father, and of his daughter, a young "Princess" Elizabeth--yes, fellow history buffs--THAT Princess Elizabeth. And having had the good fortune to have visited the Tower of London (reportedly haunted by the ghost of Ann Boleyn) and other sites of England's rich history, I'm even more intrigued at what Mr Reilly has in store for us in future books.
Admittedly, there are a few more "He said's" and "She said's" than necessary, and the mystery seemed a bit shy of what Sherlock Holmes fans might expect, however, this story has, for me, done exactly what the author intended--it's whetted my appetite and made me want to hear more, and for that I congratulate you Mr. Reilly. I look forward to hearing "The Tournament"!
And to Mr Humphrey Bower--my compliments, Sir, on a flawless narration! You made "The King's Lost Girl" come to life!
And a request for you, Mr. Reilly, tell us more about Isabella, and REALLY introduce us to the king's lost girl....you've shown us her beauty from a distance, but WHO is she?
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- Amazon Customer
- 04-08-15
Why in the world is this book here
What made the experience of listening to FREE PRODUCT - Roger Ascham and the King's Lost Girl the most enjoyable?
This book was advertised as a 45 minute prequel to "The Tournament" with Roger Ascham as main character, and I thought I'd listen and move on to the follow-up book I if I liked it. After all, if audible gives away the prequel, then surely the follow-up book will be available . . . NOT. . . so don't bother with this 45' book. Come on, Audible! Ridiculous.To those who have stayed with this review thus far, I commend to your consideration the Matthew Shardlake series, by C.J. Sansom, narrated by Steven Crossley, set in the same time period of this prequel. Wonderful author, rich in history and expertly narrated. You'd do better to read them in chronological order. although its not absolutely necessary.
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- Michele
- 01-15-15
Enjoyable!
It was a little Sherlock Holmes with historical touches. I really enjoyed it. Quick fun book. Listened on my way home from work.
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- erin
- 04-02-15
a good short story read beautifully. a
all neatly tied up, a good murder mystery for before bed! it wasnt scary until the end when it was really scary! the audio narrator was perfect for the book.
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- Flowwoman
- 02-21-15
Great fun
Fun listen. Sherlock Holmes style short story
Will written. Nicely read. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Recommended .
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- Andrew
- 02-07-15
Enjoyed this
What did you love best about FREE PRODUCT - Roger Ascham and the King's Lost Girl?
The development of a new series from Matthew Reilly. I hope Matthew continues down this line of story telling and developes the characters and plots more. This story to me is a sign that Matthew has moved on from his action infused days of story telling.
What did you like best about this story?
The plot was well written and the main character was not some ex Military / ex CIA type with super human abilities that manages to dodge millions of bullets and extreme situations. Dont get me wrong, Scare Crow Rocks and Contest is still my favorite book, but there is only so many unbelievable situations the human mind can handle. Some times a little reality is needed.
Which character – as performed by Humphrey Bower – was your favorite?
I likes him as roger actually. He performed the Narration perfectly.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
No, I simply enjoyed the read.
Any additional comments?
I recommend that you listen to this after Mathews Previous book Tournament. The story will flow allot better. As always though if you want to listen to Matthew at his best get Contest.
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- Alexis
- 01-31-15
Book was ok.
It was okay. I guess I can't complain about a free book but it didn't make me want to read anything else by this author. If you don't mind the F word then you should be fine but I didn't find it necessary at all.
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- Barbara Wharton
- 01-01-15
Loved this
This is a great short story. I was really taken back in time would make a good film
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- shirley
- 02-15-15
excellent Narrative
Excellent story and the narrator was spot on. The author always writes interesting and well researched books
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- janet
- 02-14-15
A little gem
Really enjoyed this freebie, I was drawn in immediately and my interest didn't wane.
Nice pace, atmospheric and very well narrated. thankyou
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- Gillian
- 02-09-15
Nice free gift
Good historical short story that I recieved as a free gift. As such it was greatly appreciated. An interesting half hours listen.
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- James Leader
- 01-20-15
A Great Little Listen
Enjoyable and entertaining. Can't beat it for the price. It's a good story, well read.
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- KatDLF
- 01-31-23
Bad fanfiction
This reads like peculiarly bad fanfiction of Ray Winstone's Henry VIII
I can live with the swearing, even though it goes against the historical record. But Reilly doesn't appear to have stopped and thought about how England worked in 1545
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- IAN
- 11-15-17
This was a really good mystery.
Although a bit grizzly towards the end, I found that I did enjoy this mystery from Matthew Reilly.
Matthew has taken Princess Elizabeth (I) real tutor and woven a tale of mystery that is very good, with for me anyway the likable character of Roger Ascham.
This was a really good mystery with a good set of characters and well plotted and written.
I know Matthew has written The Tournament as the next full length mystery, but I would love to see more Roger Ascham novels and short stories in the future.
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- Julie
- 09-09-17
Not his best.
Any additional comments?
I normally love Matthew's book and own all of them as audio books, I enjoy them that much.
So was very disappointed with this one. I know it was a short story and just introducing you to a New set of characters/ type of story, but it seemed to lack Matthew's gun ho action. Yes I know it was set in olden times with things like dungeons and the rack etc but he has written plots set in the past a lot better (see Temple). I guess it didn't help that it was so short and I didn't warm up to the main character.
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- Cinnamon M Andrews
- 07-04-17
Fun short story
Easy, quick listen with likeable protagonist. I'd be interested in more from the same author
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- MISS
- 10-15-16
good short story
good short story would suit both genders from ages of 14 up to 100. not just another boring tuder book.
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- Anna
- 03-26-15
Great short story
Great short story, easy to listen to narration and it's free! Another great story from Matthew Reilly. Love, murder and mystery in under 60 minutes.
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- J
- 08-07-15
An easy listen.
A lovely listen for the last hour of my car journey. Well read. An interesting historical jaunt and great for free.
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- shelley
- 04-27-15
New author for me
I just loved this book the whole concept of an historical novel It is new to me and most enjoyable.
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- Martina Hughes
- 01-24-15
My first audio book and I loved it!
Fantastic story and so engaging to listen to. Will definitely be buying some more in the future. Also my first Matthew Reilly book, won't be the last
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- LeezaH
- 12-18-14
Great prequel
Everything Matthew Reilly writes is gold, love his books. This is the informative back story of Roger Ascham it gives you a small insight into his background. Thank you MR.
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- Anonymous User
- 11-13-21
$$$$$$
cost the same as 10hr book, which frustrates me no end!! a more in-depth verion would be awesome.
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- Anonymous User
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Gripping !
Great listening from the first minute ! As always the twist you didn't see coming !
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- kerry radford
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Ok
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- Nobody Athome
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More a short story than a book.
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FANTASTIC
Who was your favorite character and why?
Roger Ascham, because he is like a real lif Sherlock Holmes. he actually existed. weather he really did do detective work i dont know, but he was Elizabeths tutor.
Any additional comments?
brilliant short story.
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Paige Barrett was living her dream as a journalist in New York City, racking up bylines as a staff writer at The Razor, a cutting-edge online magazine. But when she’s suddenly fired from her job and dumped by her boyfriend, she finds herself back home in the quaint seaside town of Shoreham, Florida, waiting tables and living in her sister’s guesthouse. Restless and itching for something meaningful to occupy her time, she decides to launch a true-crime podcast about the death of Jessica Cady, a beloved teacher who died mysteriously 20 years earlier.
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How to blow up your life in 1 easy step
- By Kindle Customer on 05-09-22
By: Margot Hunt
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Verity
- By: Colleen Hoover
- Narrated by: Vanessa Johansson, Amy Landon
- Length: 8 hrs and 10 mins
- Unabridged
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Lowen Ashleigh is a struggling writer on the brink of financial ruin when she accepts the job offer of a lifetime. Jeremy Crawford, husband of best-selling author Verity Crawford, has hired Lowen to complete the remaining books in a successful series his injured wife is unable to finish. Lowen arrives at the Crawford home, ready to sort through years of Verity's notes and outlines, hoping to find enough material to get her started. What Lowen doesn't expect to uncover in the chaotic office is an unfinished autobiography Verity never intended for anyone to read.
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intriguing but skip if triggered by child abuse
- By Amazon Customer on 05-16-19
By: Colleen Hoover
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The Method
- By: James Patterson, Michael B. Silver
- Narrated by: Zachary Quinto, Stephanie Beatriz, Lil Rel Howery, and others
- Length: 3 hrs and 42 mins
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James Patterson leads you into the darkest recesses of the mind with this chilling, immersive audio thriller. We meet Brent Quill, a frustrated actor trying to take his game to the next level. When he learns about the intensive Method acting process, he dives in deep—and immediately lands the lead role in a TV series about a brutal serial killer. But when the Method’s controversial techniques start to take over Brent’s psyche, the lines between real life and acting begin to blur dangerously. How far will Brent go to “become” the character?
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Fantastic performance of a quick thriller
- By Lucy A. Pithecus on 10-13-22
By: James Patterson, and others
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Young Rich Widows
- A Novel
- By: Kimberly Belle, Layne Fargo, Cate Holahan, and others
- Narrated by: Dina Pearlman, Karissa Vacker, Helen Laser, and others
- Length: 8 hrs and 45 mins
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It’s 1985 in Providence, Rhode Island, and the four partners of a prominent, mafia-affiliated law firm have been killed in a private jet that went down outside New York City. Four very different women have just lost the loves of their lives: Justine, a former fashion model adjusting to suburban life; Camille, a beautiful, young second wife some suspect is a gold digger; Krystle, committed to leaving the firm to her sons after her husband worked his whole life to support them all; and Meredith, a stripper at the local club who was in a secret relationship.
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Hands Down One of the Most Entertaining Thrillers Ever
- By Brad&Britney on 04-03-22
By: Kimberly Belle, and others
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The Wrong One
- An Audible Original Novella
- By: Dervla McTiernan
- Narrated by: Neil Hellegers, Michael Crouch
- Length: 3 hrs and 54 mins
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In this new novella from the number one internationally best-selling author of The Sisters and The Murder Rule, Dervla McTiernan, a mother and son fighting to prove her innocence are reunited with an estranged friend—a detective who may hold the key to her freedom—as they’re forced to put their differences aside to uncover the shocking truth behind the crime.
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Wow!
- By Mary Loo on 04-01-22
By: Dervla McTiernan