{"product_id":"the-empty-throne-a-novel-isbn-9780062250728","title":"The Empty Throne: A Novel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe eighth installment of Bernard Cornwell’s \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling series chronicling the epic saga of the making of England, “like Game of Thrones, but real” (\u003cem\u003eThe Observer\u003c\/em\u003e, London)—the basis for \u003cem\u003eThe Last Kingdom\u003c\/em\u003e, the hit television series.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBritain, early tenth century AD: a time of change. There are new raids by the Vikings from Ireland and turmoil among the Saxons over the leadership of Mercia. A younger generation is taking over. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eÆthelred, the ruler of Mercia, is dying, leaving no legitimate heir. The West Saxons want their king, but Uhtred has long supported Æthelflaed, sister to King Edward of Wessex and widow of Æthelred. Widely loved and respected, Æthelflaed has all the makings of a leader—but could Saxon warriors ever accept a woman as their ruler? The stage is set for rivals to fight for the empty throne.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eThe eighth installment of Bernard Cornwell’s bestselling series chronicling the epic saga of the making of England, “like Game of Thrones, but real” (\u003cem\u003eThe Observer\u003c\/em\u003e, London)—the basis for \u003cem\u003eThe Last Kingdom\u003c\/em\u003e, the hit BBC America television series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMy name is Uhtred. I am the son of Uhtred, who was the son of Uhtred . . .’\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBritain, early tenth century AD: a time of change. There are new raids by the Vikings from Ireland, and turmoil among the Saxons over the leadership of Mercia. A younger generation is taking over.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen Æthelred, the ruler of Mercia, dies, he leaves no legitimate heir. The West Saxons want their king, but Uhtred has long supported Æthelflaed, sister to King Edward of Wessex and widow of Æethelred. Widely loved and respected, Æthelflaed has all the makings of a leader—but can Saxon warriors ever accept a woman as their ruler? The stage is set for rivals to fight for the empty throne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith this eighth entry in the epic Saxon Tales series, we are reminded once again why \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e bestselling author Bernard Cornwell is “the most prolific and successful historical novelist in the world today” (\u003cem\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“Cornwell writes morally complicated and intricate stories, and he’s won a following not just among readers but also among fellow writers.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNew York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Cornwell’s characters are vividly drawn, betrayals lurk around every corner, the humor is as sharp as the swords, and the action is non-stop. I’ve had some experience writing battles over the years (I did 13 of them in Lionheart), and I can say with certainty that I don’t think there is anyone who writes better battle scenes than Bernard Cornwell.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSharon Penman, NPR\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“If you love historical drama…then look no further.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBoston Globe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Excellent . .. Mysticism, history, brutality, muck, and mire combine to splendid effect in this compelling fictional version of the birth of a great nation.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Verdict: Once again, Cornwell perfectly mixes the history and personalities of tenth-century England with several doses of battles, trickery, and treachery. Is there a fan of historical fiction anywhere who has not yet read a Cornwell? If so, hook them on this series, and they will knight you.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for Bernard Cornwell and the Saxon Tales series: “Like Game of Thrones, but real.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Observer\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Perhaps the greatest writer of historical adventure novels today.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWashington Post\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Bernard Cornwell is the most prolific and successful historical novelist in the world today.  Historical novels stand or fall on detail, and Mr. Cornwell writes as if he has been to ninth-century Wessex and back. . . . Much has changed since the ninth century, but some things, and some feelings, are timeless.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWall Street Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Bernard Cornwell ranks as the current alpha male of testosterone-enriched historical fiction.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eUSA Today\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Cornwell once again shows his acknowledged mastery of fast-paced storytelling, full of exciting incident and an unflinching approach to bloodshed.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDaily Mail\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An effortlessly engaging ride.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMail on Sunday, EVENT Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Empty Throne\u003c\/i\u003e is Cornwell’s best Uthred tale yet.  If there is a throne for writers of this particular type of muscular historical fiction, then Cornwell is firmly wedged in it.  And on this evidence, he is not budging.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Times (London)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This novel easily stands alone, with perfectly choreographed battle scenes and political infighting  . .. . The lusty, rollicking narrative....  is totally accessible and great good fun. Cornwell’s done it again. New readers: Draw a flagon of ale, and be prepared to find the first seven in the series.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harper Paperbacks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888713363685,"sku":"NP9780062250728","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062250728.jpg?v=1730229680","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/the-empty-throne-a-novel-isbn-9780062250728","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}