Alfred of Wessex, Book One: Inheritance - Softcover

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'Alfred of Wessex, Book One: Inheritance' is the first book in the Alfred of Wessex trilogy of historical novels.

"A thrilling book." "Gripping." "Really enjoying this book and looking forward to the next one."

'Alfred of Wessex, Book One: Inheritance' is the story of the youngest brother of the Kings of Anglo-Saxon Wessex, who centuries later would be known as ‘Alfred the Great’.

Alfred of Wessex is historical fiction but is firmly based around real events in Anglo-Saxon Wessex during the 9th century viking wars.

The Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms of Wessex, Mercia, Northumbria and East Anglia face a gathering storm of Danes threatening destruction and occupation. Amongst all this, the Kingdom of Wessex is split by rivalries. Powerful voices back King Alfred’s nephews as future Kings and not a young Alfred.

And then the Danes invade.

As the intrigues and rivalries continue even during war, how can Wessex avoid catastrophe: is this the end of Wessex itself?

Reader review: “Excellent reading, fast moving and historically accurate, if your a fan of “The Last Kingdom” this is one for you, can’t wait for the next in the series”
Reader review: “I thank the author who brought the world of Alfred alive. Well written & obviously thoroughly researched.”
Reader review: “Fantastic read, brilliant descriptions of the battle scenes. I felt I was there. Michael Carden you have just gotten yourself a fan more please. Can’t wait for your next book.”
Reader review: “The author spins a great yarn, joining the dots of the very few facts that are known about one of England’s earliest heroes. I’m not sure what you call this genre – reality history? fictional history based on fact? It doesn’t really matter as Carden has done a great job getting inside Alfred’s mind and the minds of those around him and those he was forced to fight or negotiate with to defend his kingdom.”
Reader review: “The author has done an amazing job of bringing the characters to life and weaving what we know of the history into a compelling and very readable narrative. Highly recommended!”
Reader review: “Read Inheritance absolutely brilliant was hard to put down, looking forward to book 2.”
Reader review: “I am a big Cornwell fan, but your book comes very close……”
Reader review: “First class book regarding Alfred King of Wessex. Action packed. Brilliant storyline. Actually felt part of the narrative.”

'Alfred of Wessex, Book One: Inheritance' is followed by 'Book Two: Vengeance' and 'Book Three: Resistance'.

The Author: Michael Carden
Michael Carden has six published books to date, including humorous tales of cycling adventures through historic sites of England and Scotland, the Bike Ride Books series. This is the first book of the Alfred of Wessex trilogy.

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