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Conqueror (The Leopards of Normandy 3) (edition 2018)

by David Churchill (Author)

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From the co-author of the No.1 bestselling Wilbur Smith novel, War Cry The Leopards of Normandy trilogy concludes as Duke William prepares to take England, and his rivals, by storm. This real-life game of thrones lead to the defining the moment of English history: Hastings, 1066, and is a must-read for fans of Conn Iggulden, Bernard Cornwell and Ken Follett. 'An exciting mix of medieval betrayal, violence and sex' Wilbur Smith It began with a promise. It will end at Hastings. William of Normandy, sworn heir to the English throne, is no longer the boy Duke but a loyal and proven warrior. Few dare challenge him, but England is an irresistible prize. The handsome, ambitious Harold Godwinson and the Viking Hardrada are both determined to stake a claim. William faces his greatest ever battle: deny his own destiny or conquer the land he was born to rule. History will be written in the blood of those who fall. Readers love The Leopards of Normandy trilogy 'A wonderful end to a magnificent trilogy' 'I now know where Game of Thrones got most of its plot from' 'Well written, compelling, action, good characters - you name it - this is seriously worth reading!' 'History brought vividly to life' 'Wonderful storytelling and historical detail'… (more)
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Title:Conqueror (The Leopards of Normandy 3)
Authors:David Churchill (Author)
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Finally finished the series and it wasn’t bad, particularly enjoyed the Battle of Stamford Bridge. My only bugbear is how long it took to get to the end, this book is called Conqueror but the actual conquest was the last 20 pages. A good series with a host of great characters but maybe too many side plots slowing it down. ( )
  LiteraryReadaholic | Sep 11, 2023 |
Duke William of Normandy has secured his right to rule and fought off off the major threats to Normandy. He is happily ensconced with his wife Matilda and their growing brood of children. However when the King of England offers the throne to William upon his death, William has the opportunity for so much more. The nobles of England do not feel that this is right, particularly Harold and Tostig of Wessex. However the King sends Harold over to Normandy to make the offer and William demands a loyalty pledge from Harold in return. On the death of the King, Harold reneges on his promise and William has only one course of action open to him, he must invade England and settle the matter once and for all.

Covering the twenty years between William's battles with the French King and his victory at Hastings, this is a fictionalised version of events. Whilst I do not feel Churchill is the strongest fiction writer in the world, his prose is clunky at times and the plot jumps all over the place, I do think that he has a way of writing about battle and medieval politics that is to be admired. ( )
  pluckedhighbrow | Mar 18, 2018 |
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From the co-author of the No.1 bestselling Wilbur Smith novel, War Cry The Leopards of Normandy trilogy concludes as Duke William prepares to take England, and his rivals, by storm. This real-life game of thrones lead to the defining the moment of English history: Hastings, 1066, and is a must-read for fans of Conn Iggulden, Bernard Cornwell and Ken Follett. 'An exciting mix of medieval betrayal, violence and sex' Wilbur Smith It began with a promise. It will end at Hastings. William of Normandy, sworn heir to the English throne, is no longer the boy Duke but a loyal and proven warrior. Few dare challenge him, but England is an irresistible prize. The handsome, ambitious Harold Godwinson and the Viking Hardrada are both determined to stake a claim. William faces his greatest ever battle: deny his own destiny or conquer the land he was born to rule. History will be written in the blood of those who fall. Readers love The Leopards of Normandy trilogy 'A wonderful end to a magnificent trilogy' 'I now know where Game of Thrones got most of its plot from' 'Well written, compelling, action, good characters - you name it - this is seriously worth reading!' 'History brought vividly to life' 'Wonderful storytelling and historical detail'

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