Eagle of Mercia
- Author MJ Porter
- Narrator Sean Barrett
- Publisher Boldwood Books
- Publish Date 3 May 2023
- Run Time 8 hours and 40 minutes
- Format x-book®
- Genre Fiction: mashup, Historical adventure fiction, Historical fiction, Modern and contemporary fiction, Narrative theme: Coming of age, Narrative theme: Displacement, exile, migration, Narrative theme: Environmental issues, Narrative theme: health and illness, Narrative theme: Identity / belonging, Narrative theme: journeys and voyages, Narrative theme: Politics, Narrative theme: Sense of place, Narrative theme: Social issues, War, combat and military adventure fiction.
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What to expect
MJ Porter's epic bestselling adventure 'The Eagle of Mercia Chronicles' continue at pace...
A mercy mission in the heart of Wessex is beset with deadly, bloody dangers.
Tamworth AD831
Icel's profile continues to rise. Lord of Budworth and warrior of Mercia, he's acknowledged by King Wiglaf and his comrades to keep Mercia safe from the ravages of Wessex, the king-slayer of the East Angles, and the Viking raiders.
But, danger looms. Alongside Spring's arrival comes the almost certain threat of the Viking raiders return.
When Lord Coenwulf of Kingsholm is apprehended by a Viking and held captive on the Isle of Sheppey in Wessex held Kent, Icel is implored by Lady Cynehild to rescue her husband.
To rescue Lord Coenwulf, Icel and his fellow warriors must risk themselves twice over, for not only must they overpower the Viking raiders, they must also counter the threat of Mercia’s ancient enemy, the kingdom of Wessex as they travel through their lands.
An action packed, thrilling historical adventure perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy
Praise for The Eagle of Mercia Chronicles
'Immediate and personal. MJ Porter recounts a sensitive, reluctant hero's coming-of-age within a Dark Age realm riven by chaos and conflict' - Matthew Harffy
'No lover of Dark Age warfare is going to be disappointed. Son of Mercia is personal, real, fascinating and satisfying.' - S.J.A. Turney
'If you love history, fiction, adventure and great stories, grab a copy of Son of Mercia. You won’t regret it!" - Eric Schumacher
'The Eagle of Mercia is packed full of adventure, action, hate, lust, intrigue.. the list goes on but safe to say it ticks all the boxes and more. A resounding 5/5 star success!' - Reader Review
'A very good series. These are the first books I’ve read by this author but he writes in the genre very well and the main character is well drawn. This book sits nicely in the series. The observations of everyday life are really interesting and add to the historical enjoyment of the story.' - Reader Review
'Another hit. Honestly was disappointed when it ended as I could read this series forever. Such a page turner, great novel. Pow.' - Reader Review
'Fast paced action. Great cast of characters and clever insight into the eternal human condition. A very difficult book to put down so I'm pleased I bought the series.' - Reader Review
‘Refreshing… I was reluctant to put the book down’ - Historical Novel Society
' A story of hidden agendas, excellent read. Great read, fast paced with the usual betrayal. Lots of characters that have their own agendas. Overall it's a page turner, exciting.' - *Reader Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'So real I felt I was there!... A page-turner' - *Reader Review *
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'Wonderful to read and hard to put down' - *Reader Review *
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I found the pages flying by... A great book' - *Reader Review
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 'I found the pages flying by... A great book' *Reader Review *
Far from home and threatened on all sides, have Icel and his fellow warriors sworn to carry out an impossible duty?
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