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King Wiglaf, has claimed his right to rule Mercia, but can he unite a disparate Kingdom against the might of Wessex who are braying for blood and land?  Can King Wiglaf keep the dragons at bay or is Mercia doomed to disappear beneath the wings of the Wessex wyvern?  Can anyone save Mercia from destruction?  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. 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Londonia, AD830  Icel is becoming a warrior of Mercia, but King Ecgberht of Wessex still holds the Mercian settlement of Londonia and its valuable mint.  King Wiglaf of Mercia is determined that the last bulwark be reclaimed from his sworn enemy to complete his rehabilitation as Mercia’s rightful ruler.  In the heart of the shield wall, Icel suddenly finds himself on the wrong side of the battle and thrust into the retreating enemy stronghold where he must take on the pretence of a Wessex warrior to survive and exact a cunning plan to bring down the Wessex force cowering behind the ancient walls.  His allegiances are tested and the temptation to make new allies is overwhelming but Icel must succeed if he’s ever to see Tamworth again and bring about King Wiglaf’s victory, or will he be forced to join the enemy?  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  'Cracking 2nd offering! It was a joy to be back with Icel. Book 1 in the series was very much Icel’s journey and was a 5* read for me, Book 2 surpasses even that.. if that’s even possible.' - 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... 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AD934  King Athelstan of the English has been successful in uniting the many kingdoms of Britain against one enemy, the Viking raiders.   But men who are kings don’t wish to be ruled.  Constantin, King of the Scots, rebelled against the Imperium and was forcibly brought to bend the knee to Athelstan and England at Cirencester. His son Ildulb seeks bloody vengeance from Athelstan following the battle at Cait and the death of his son.  Olaf Gothfrithson, king of the Dublin Norse, having asserted his power following his father's death has his sights set on reclaiming Jorvik.  Can the united might of the Scots and the violence of the Dublin Norse, descendants of the infamous Viking raiders, bring King Athelstan and his vision of the united Saxon English to her knees?  An epic story of kingsmanship that will result in the pivotal, bloody Battle of Brunanburh, where only one side can be victorious.  Praise for The Brunanburh Series.  'An epic tale of the birth of a nation. Truly mesmerising. Game of Thrones meets The Last Kingdom' - Gordon Doherty  'MJ effortlessly draws you into early Medieval England with this fascinating tale.' - Donovan Cook  'A very good read and MJ Porter is at her best bringing flesh to the facts and giving the main players personalities. Great way to read about the history of this time. Enjoy.' - Goodreads  'A Great read. Well written from the perspective of many of the characters. Recommended- - Reader Review  'A really enjoyable read, I particularly liked exploring the different characters and their motivations, each wanting to ensure their safety but at the same time ready to attack if the time is right. It’s all about the build up baby..you are just wanting to see who will step over the line first!' - Reader Review  'Another of M J Porters excellent books. The thoughts of the characters written, as always, in the first person are plausible and always immensely interesting, giving an insight into their real lives' - Reader Review  'I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I love the mix of history and what I if thoughts this story evoked in me. I can't wait to read more from this talented author.' - Reader Review  '5.0 out of 5 stars A fascinating, well researched glimpse into the 10th century politics...It is compelling, full of political intrigues.' - Reader Review  'Another of this author’s brilliant books. A good read and excellent characterisation of the men involved.now onto the next book.' - Reader Review  'Completely compelling read set out to combine all the main characters stories in an free flowing style. Interesting how the character of each character is developed through the novel.' - Reader Review  'Another brilliant tale of old England. 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Tamworth, AD830  Oath sworn to Wiglaf, King of Mercia and acknowledged as a member of Ealdorman Ælfstan’s warrior band, Icel continues to forge his own destiny on the path to becoming the Warrior of Mercia.  With King Ecgberht of Wessex defeated and Londonium back under Mercian control, the Wessex invasion of Mercia is over. But the Wessex king was never Mercia’s only enemy. An unknown danger lurks in the form of merciless Viking raiders, who set their sights on infiltrating the waterways of the traitorous breakaway kingdom of the East Angles, within touching distance of Mercia’s eastern borders.  Icel must journey to the kingdom of the East Angles and unite against a common enemy to ensure Mercia’s hard-won freedom prevails.  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. 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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... 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His vision is to unite the realms of the Scots and the Welsh in a peace accord that will protect their borders from the marauding threat of the Norse Vikings.  Whilst seemingly craving peace and demanding loyalty with an imperium over every kingdom, Athelstan could dream of a much bigger prize.  But danger and betrayal surround his best intentions, namely from his overlooked stepbrother, Edwin, who conspires and vies for what he deems is his rightful place as England's king.  As ever, powerful men who wish to rule do not wish to be ruled, and Constantin of the Scots, Owain of Strathclyde, and Ealdred of Bamburgh plot their revenge against the upstart English king, using any means necessary.  An epic story of kingsmanship that will set in motion the pivotal, bloody Battle of Brunanburh where allies have to be chosen wisely...   Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell, Matthew Harffy and Peter Gibbons  Praise for The Brunanburh Series  'An epic tale of the birth of a nation. 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A warrior’s quest for the truth…  Tamworth AD835  Following Icel’s epic rescue of Lord Coenwulf's children from their almost certain death, King Wiglaf is forced to call upon Icel’s loyal services once more.  Furious that the conspirators behind the audacious move to snatch the children have yet to face justice, he despatches Icel to hunt down the enemy of Mercia and discover who seeks to conspire against the throne.  The dangerous mission will take Icel into the heartland of enemy-held Wessex to Winchester and onto Canterbury. As the web of lies and deceit grows, Icel must battle to discover the truth whilst keeping himself and his allies safe.  But those who conspire against the King have much to lose and will stop at nothing to prevent Icel discovering the truth.  Once more, Icel’s life is endangered as he tries to protect Mercia from her enemies who threaten Mercia’s kingly line.  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  'Excellent storyline. So enjoyed reading about Icel \u0026amp; his exploits such a good character well written very sad when I come to the end of the book can't wait for his next adventure' - Reader Review  'There really isnt anything bad I can say about this series, it keeps just getting better.. adding more depth to not only the characters but also their motivations. MJ Porter offers another solid 5* addition to the series, strengthening the readers love of their work.' - 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. 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Tamworth AD833  After successfully rescuing her husband Lord Coenwulf from the Isle of Sheppey, Icel hears the deathbed confession of Lady Cynehild which leaves him questioning what he knows about his past, as well as his future.  In the unenviable position of being oath sworn to protect their two atheling sons when Lord Coenwulf is banished for his treason against the Mercian ruler, King Wiglaf, Icel is once more torn between his oaths and the life changing secret he now knows.  When the two children are kidnapped, Icel, good to his word, and fearing for their safety, pursues their abductors into the dangerous Northern lands.  He fears whose powerful and deadly royal gamesmanship is behind the audacious attempt on their young and innocent lives.  Alone in the Northern lands, Icel finds himself facing his worse fears.  Can he rescue the children from their captor, or will he fail and lose his own life in the process?  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  'Fifth in the series. This book kept the interest going throughout. Fast paced and exciting, I am already looking forward to the next book.' - 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... 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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... 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His vision is to unite the realms of the Scots and the Welsh in a peace accord that will protect their borders from the marauding threat of the Norse Vikings.  Whilst seemingly craving peace and demanding loyalty with an imperium over every kingdom, Athelstan could dream of a much bigger prize.  But danger and betrayal surround his best intentions, namely from his overlooked stepbrother, Edwin, who conspires and vies for what he deems is his rightful place as England's king.  As ever, powerful men who wish to rule do not wish to be ruled, and Constantin of the Scots, Owain of Strathclyde, and Ealdred of Bamburgh plot their revenge against the upstart English king, using any means necessary.  An epic story of kingsmanship that will set in motion the pivotal, bloody Battle of Brunanburh where allies have to be chosen wisely...   Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell, Matthew Harffy and Peter Gibbons  Praise for The Brunanburh Series  'An epic tale of the birth of a nation. Truly mesmerising. Game of Thrones meets The Last Kingdom' - Gordon Doherty  'MJ Porter effortlessly draws you into early Medieval England with this fascinating tale.' - Donovan Cook  'A Great read. Well written from the perspective of many of the characters. Recommended- - Reader Review  'A really enjoyable read, I particularly liked exploring the different characters and their motivations, each wanting to ensure their safety but at the same time ready to attack if the time is right. It’s all about the build up baby..you are just wanting to see who will step over the line first!' - Reader Review  'Another of M J Porters excellent books. The thoughts of the characters written, as always, in the first person are plausible and always immensely interesting, giving an insight into their real lives' - Reader Review  'I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I love the mix of history and what I if thoughts this story evoked in me. I can't wait to read more from this talented author.' - Reader Review  '5.0 out of 5 stars A fascinating, well researched glimpse into the 10th century politics...It is compelling, full of political intrigues.' - Reader Review","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ GARDNERS","offer_id":50989808648465,"sku":"NGR9781837511754","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":51053325287697,"sku":"NIN9781837511754","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":52671662162193,"sku":"NLS9781837511754","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/1837511756.jpg?v=1751422952"},{"product_id":"enemies-of-mercia-book-mj-porter-9781837512164","title":"Enemies of Mercia","description":"The continuation of MJ Porters thrilling, action adventure series - The Eagle of MerciaA King's command. A warrior’s quest for the truth…  Tamworth AD835  Following Icel’s epic rescue of Lord Coenwulf's children from their almost certain death, King Wiglaf is forced to call upon Icel’s loyal services once more.  Furious that the conspirators behind the audacious move to snatch the children have yet to face justice, he despatches Icel to hunt down the enemy of Mercia and discover who seeks to conspire against the throne.  The dangerous mission will take Icel into the heartland of enemy-held Wessex to Winchester and onto Canterbury. As the web of lies and deceit grows, Icel must battle to discover the truth whilst keeping himself and his allies safe.  But those who conspire against the King have much to lose and will stop at nothing to prevent Icel discovering the truth.  Once more, Icel’s life is endangered as he tries to protect Mercia from her enemies who threaten Mercia’s kingly line.  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  'Excellent storyline. So enjoyed reading about Icel \u0026amp; his exploits such a good character well written very sad when I come to the end of the book can't wait for his next adventure' - Reader Review  'There really isnt anything bad I can say about this series, it keeps just getting better.. adding more depth to not only the characters but also their motivations. MJ Porter offers another solid 5* addition to the series, strengthening the readers love of their work.' - 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. 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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... 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Truly mesmerising. Game of Thrones meets The Last Kingdom' - Gordon Doherty  'MJ effortlessly draws you into early Medieval England with this fascinating tale.' - Donovan Cook  'A very good read and MJ Porter is at her best bringing flesh to the facts and giving the main players personalities. Great way to read about the history of this time. Enjoy.' - Goodreads  'A Great read. Well written from the perspective of many of the characters. Recommended- - Reader Review  'A really enjoyable read, I particularly liked exploring the different characters and their motivations, each wanting to ensure their safety but at the same time ready to attack if the time is right. It’s all about the build up baby..you are just wanting to see who will step over the line first!' - Reader Review  'Another of M J Porters excellent books. 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AD937  After the slaughter field of Brunanburh, a defeated Olaf Gothfrithson of the Dublin Norse and Constantin of the Scots narrowly escaped with their lives. In their kingdoms, failure has left them demoralised and weak.  Olaf licks his wounds in Dublin, whilst Constantin and the Welsh kingdoms who defied King Athelstan, are once more forced to bend the knee. As Athelstan’s reputation grows stronger day by day, their need to exact revenge on the overmighty and triumphant Athelstan has never been greater.   Olaf sets his sights on reclaiming the lost kingdom of Jorvik only for tragedy to strike at the heart of England and a reluctant new King, Edmund steps in the fray.  While England mourns the death of their warrior King, her enemies gather on her borders and England stands alone against the might of the Norse, Welsh and Scots.   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AD937  After the slaughter field of Brunanburh, a defeated Olaf Gothfrithson of the Dublin Norse and Constantin of the Scots narrowly escaped with their lives. In their kingdoms, failure has left them demoralised and weak.  Olaf licks his wounds in Dublin, whilst Constantin and the Welsh kingdoms who defied King Athelstan, are once more forced to bend the knee. As Athelstan’s reputation grows stronger day by day, their need to exact revenge on the overmighty and triumphant Athelstan has never been greater.   Olaf sets his sights on reclaiming the lost kingdom of Jorvik only for tragedy to strike at the heart of England and a reluctant new King, Edmund steps in the fray.  While England mourns the death of their warrior King, her enemies gather on her borders and England stands alone against the might of the Norse, Welsh and Scots.   Can the new King be victorious and banish her enemies once and for all or will England, and its king lose all that’s been gained and succumb to a new pretender? ** An epic tale of kinsmanship, greed and power, perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell's The Last Kingdom series.**  Praise for The Brunanburh Series.  'An epic tale of the birth of a nation. Truly mesmerising. Game of Thrones meets The Last Kingdom' - Gordon Doherty  'MJ effortlessly draws you into early Medieval England with this fascinating tale.' - Donovan Cook  'A very good read and MJ Porter is at her best bringing flesh to the facts and giving the main players personalities. Great way to read about the history of this time. Enjoy.' - Goodreads  'Another of this author’s brilliant books. A good read and excellent characterisation of the men involved.now onto the next book.' - Reader Review  'Completely compelling read set out to combine all the main characters stories in an free flowing style. Interesting how the character of each character is developed through the novel.' - Reader Review  'Another brilliant tale of old England. M.J.Porter tells an intreguing tale of kings and warriors, when age old rivalries are temporarily settled. 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Londonia, AD830  Icel is becoming a warrior of Mercia, but King Ecgberht of Wessex still holds the Mercian settlement of Londonia and its valuable mint.  King Wiglaf of Mercia is determined that the last bulwark be reclaimed from his sworn enemy to complete his rehabilitation as Mercia’s rightful ruler.  In the heart of the shield wall, Icel suddenly finds himself on the wrong side of the battle and thrust into the retreating enemy stronghold where he must take on the pretence of a Wessex warrior to survive and exact a cunning plan to bring down the Wessex force cowering behind the ancient walls.  His allegiances are tested and the temptation to make new allies is overwhelming but Icel must succeed if he’s ever to see Tamworth again and bring about King Wiglaf’s victory, or will he be forced to join the enemy?  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  'Cracking 2nd offering! It was a joy to be back with Icel. Book 1 in the series was very much Icel’s journey and was a 5* read for me, Book 2 surpasses even that.. if that’s even possible.' - 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.' 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An unknown danger lurks in the form of merciless Viking raiders, who set their sights on infiltrating the waterways of the traitorous breakaway kingdom of the East Angles, within touching distance of Mercia’s eastern borders.  Icel must journey to the kingdom of the East Angles and unite against a common enemy to ensure Mercia’s hard-won freedom prevails.  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. 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King Wiglaf, has claimed his right to rule Mercia, but can he unite a disparate Kingdom against the might of Wessex who are braying for blood and land?  Can King Wiglaf keep the dragons at bay or is Mercia doomed to disappear beneath the wings of the Wessex wyvern?  Can anyone save Mercia from destruction?  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. 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In the unenviable position of being oath sworn to protect their two atheling sons when Lord Coenwulf is banished for his treason against the Mercian ruler, King Wiglaf, Icel is once more torn between his oaths and the life changing secret he now knows.  When the two children are kidnapped, Icel, good to his word, and fearing for their safety, pursues their abductors into the dangerous Northern lands.  He fears whose powerful and deadly royal gamesmanship is behind the audacious attempt on their young and innocent lives.  Alone in the Northern lands, Icel finds himself facing his worse fears.  Can he rescue the children from their captor, or will he fail and lose his own life in the process?  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  'Fifth in the series. This book kept the interest going throughout. Fast paced and exciting, I am already looking forward to the next book.' - 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. 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A great book' *Reader Review *","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"- \/ - \/ INTERNAL","offer_id":52432306798865,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":52432310927633,"sku":"NLS9781837512089","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/9781837512089.jpg?v=1759174751"},{"product_id":"shield-of-mercia-book-mj-porter-9781836175148","title":"Shield of Mercia","description":"A BRAND NEW epic adventure from bestselling author MJ Porter! Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy 💥🗡️Mercia is triumphant. Her king is safe. But Wessex was never Mercia’s only enemy.   Tamworth, AD836  Following a brutally cold winter, King Wiglaf of Mercia is in the ascendancy. Even Wessex’s Archbishop of Canterbury extraordinarily ventures to Mercia to broker a religious accord. But, can the hard-won peace prevail?  Viking raiders threaten Wessex. These blood-thirsty warriors are fast, skilful and have no reticence about killing those who stand in their way. Their aim isn't to rule but to overwhelm, slaughter and take ill-gotten wealth.  King Wiglaf is no fool. As the Vikings push to overwhelm Wessex, Mercia’s lands look insecure. King Wiglaf needs the shields of Mercia's warriors to prevent the overwhelming advancement of their deadliest enemy yet.  To save Mercia, Icel must first prevail over the two men who mean to end his life; King Ecgberht of Wessex and his son, Æthelwulf of Kent and only then the marauding Viking army for whom boundaries have no meaning.  An action packed, thrilling historical adventure .  If you love MJ Porter’s Eagle of Mercia series, also try the Dark Chronicles and also epic Brunanburh series  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  'Excellent storyline. So enjoyed reading about Icel \u0026amp; his exploits such a good character well written very sad when I come to the end of the book can't wait for his next adventure' - Reader Review  'There really isnt anything bad I can say about this series, it keeps just getting better.. adding more depth to not only the characters but also their motivations. MJ Porter offers another solid 5* addition to the series, strengthening the readers love of their work.' - 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!... 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Tamworth, AD836  Following a brutally cold winter, King Wiglaf of Mercia is in the ascendancy. Even Wessex’s Archbishop of Canterbury extraordinarily ventures to Mercia to broker a religious accord. But, can the hard-won peace prevail?  Viking raiders threaten Wessex. These blood-thirsty warriors are fast, skilful and have no reticence about killing those who stand in their way. Their aim isn't to rule but to overwhelm, slaughter and take ill-gotten wealth.  King Wiglaf is no fool. As the Vikings push to overwhelm Wessex, Mercia’s lands look insecure. King Wiglaf needs the shields of Mercia's warriors to prevent the overwhelming advancement of their deadliest enemy yet.  To save Mercia, Icel must first prevail over the two men who mean to end his life; King Ecgberht of Wessex and his son, Æthelwulf of Kent and only then the marauding Viking army for whom boundaries have no meaning.  An action packed, thrilling historical adventure .  If you love MJ Porter’s Eagle of Mercia series, also try the Dark Chronicles and also epic Brunanburh series  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  'Excellent storyline. So enjoyed reading about Icel \u0026amp; his exploits such a good character well written very sad when I come to the end of the book can't wait for his next adventure' - Reader Review  'There really isnt anything bad I can say about this series, it keeps just getting better.. adding more depth to not only the characters but also their motivations. MJ Porter offers another solid 5* addition to the series, strengthening the readers love of their work.' - 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","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":52485518819601,"sku":"NLS9781806560134","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":52725105459473,"sku":"NIN9781806560134","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/9781806560134.jpg?v=1759857821"},{"product_id":"shield-of-mercia-book-mj-porter-9781836175162","title":"Shield of Mercia","description":"A BRAND NEW epic adventure from bestselling author MJ Porter! Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy 💥🗡️Mercia is triumphant. Her king is safe. But Wessex was never Mercia’s only enemy.   Tamworth, AD836  Following a brutally cold winter, King Wiglaf of Mercia is in the ascendancy. Even Wessex’s Archbishop of Canterbury extraordinarily ventures to Mercia to broker a religious accord. But, can the hard-won peace prevail?  Viking raiders threaten Wessex. These blood-thirsty warriors are fast, skilful and have no reticence about killing those who stand in their way. Their aim isn't to rule but to overwhelm, slaughter and take ill-gotten wealth.  King Wiglaf is no fool. As the Vikings push to overwhelm Wessex, Mercia’s lands look insecure. King Wiglaf needs the shields of Mercia's warriors to prevent the overwhelming advancement of their deadliest enemy yet.  To save Mercia, Icel must first prevail over the two men who mean to end his life; King Ecgberht of Wessex and his son, Æthelwulf of Kent and only then the marauding Viking army for whom boundaries have no meaning.  An action packed, thrilling historical adventure .  If you love MJ Porter’s Eagle of Mercia series, also try the Dark Chronicles and also epic Brunanburh series  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  'Excellent storyline. So enjoyed reading about Icel \u0026amp; his exploits such a good character well written very sad when I come to the end of the book can't wait for his next adventure' - Reader Review  'There really isnt anything bad I can say about this series, it keeps just getting better.. adding more depth to not only the characters but also their motivations. MJ Porter offers another solid 5* addition to the series, strengthening the readers love of their work.' - 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... 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Perfect for the fans of Bernard Cornwell and Matthew Harffy 💥🗡️Mercia is triumphant. Her king is safe. But Wessex was never Mercia’s only enemy.   Tamworth, AD836  Following a brutally cold winter, King Wiglaf of Mercia is in the ascendancy. Even Wessex’s Archbishop of Canterbury extraordinarily ventures to Mercia to broker a religious accord. But, can the hard-won peace prevail?  Viking raiders threaten Wessex. These blood-thirsty warriors are fast, skilful and have no reticence about killing those who stand in their way. Their aim isn't to rule but to overwhelm, slaughter and take ill-gotten wealth.  King Wiglaf is no fool. As the Vikings push to overwhelm Wessex, Mercia’s lands look insecure. King Wiglaf needs the shields of Mercia's warriors to prevent the overwhelming advancement of their deadliest enemy yet.  To save Mercia, Icel must first prevail over the two men who mean to end his life; King Ecgberht of Wessex and his son, Æthelwulf of Kent and only then the marauding Viking army for whom boundaries have no meaning.  An action packed, thrilling historical adventure .  If you love MJ Porter’s Eagle of Mercia series, also try the Dark Chronicles and also epic Brunanburh series  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  'Excellent storyline. So enjoyed reading about Icel \u0026amp; his exploits such a good character well written very sad when I come to the end of the book can't wait for his next adventure' - Reader Review  'There really isnt anything bad I can say about this series, it keeps just getting better.. adding more depth to not only the characters but also their motivations. MJ Porter offers another solid 5* addition to the series, strengthening the readers love of their work.' - 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... 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As the enemies of the English turn on themselves, Edmund senses the opportunity to reclaim all his brother, the victor of Brunanburh, managed to gain before his untimely death plunged England back into war with her many foes.  With his sights set firmly on York, can he recreate the England his brother built, or will the enemies of England realise the error of their ways and once more unite to drive Edmund back to Wessex, leaving York in the hands of the Norse?  A thrilling conclusion to MJ Porter's epic retelling of the consequences of the battle of Brunanburh.  Praise for The Brunanburh Series.  'An epic tale of the birth of a nation. Truly mesmerising. Game of Thrones meets The Last Kingdom' - Gordon Doherty  'MJ effortlessly draws you into early Medieval England with this fascinating tale.' - Donovan Cook  'M J Porter returns with another rip-roaring tale of power, ambition and vengeance' - Reader Review  'A really fast paced read. Lots of betrayal, love and differences. A definite page turner, exciting and a plot around the corner and intrigue. A really great read' - Reader Review  'The entire series is one that is not to be missed. I can highly recommend it' - Reader Review  'If you like books set before 1066 then the series written by M.J. Porter are for you. Highly recommended.' - Reader Review  'A very good read and MJ Porter is at her best bringing flesh to the facts and giving the main players personalities. Great way to read about the history of this time. Enjoy.' - Goodreads  'Another of this author’s brilliant books. A good read and excellent characterisation of the men involved - now onto the next book.' - Reader Review  'Another brilliant tale of old England. M.J.Porter tells an intreguing tale of kings and warriors, when age old rivalries are temporarily settled. 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Furious that the conspirators behind the audacious move to snatch the children have yet to face justice, he despatches Icel to hunt down the enemy of Mercia and discover who seeks to conspire against the throne.  The dangerous mission will take Icel into the heartland of enemy-held Wessex to Winchester and onto Canterbury. As the web of lies and deceit grows, Icel must battle to discover the truth whilst keeping himself and his allies safe.  But those who conspire against the King have much to lose and will stop at nothing to prevent Icel discovering the truth.  Once more, Icel’s life is endangered as he tries to protect Mercia from her enemies who threaten Mercia’s kingly line.  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  'Excellent storyline. So enjoyed reading about Icel \u0026amp; his exploits such a good character well written very sad when I come to the end of the book can't wait for his next adventure' - Reader Review  'There really isnt anything bad I can say about this series, it keeps just getting better.. adding more depth to not only the characters but also their motivations. MJ Porter offers another solid 5* addition to the series, strengthening the readers love of their work.' - 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!... 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While the court convenes to determine the conspirator’s fate, King Wiglaf’s position is precarious. His wife, Queen Cynethryth, has been implicated in the plot and while Wiglaf must remain impartial, enemies of the Mercia still conspire to prevent the full truth from ever being known.  As Merica weeps from the betrayal of those close to the King, the greedy eyes of Lord Æthelwulf, King Ecgberht of Wessex’s son, pivot once more towards Mercia. He will stop at nothing to accomplish his goal of ending Mercia’s ruling bloodline.  Mercia once more stands poised to be invaded, but this time not by the Viking raiders they so fear.  Can Icel and his fellow warriors’ triumph as Mercia once more faces betrayal from within?  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. 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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","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":52676870799633,"sku":"NLS9781836174844","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":52755531235601,"sku":"NIN9781836174844","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/9781836174844.jpg?v=1762339549"},{"product_id":"kings-of-war-book-mj-porter-9781837511884","title":"Kings of War","description":"The next bloody and thrilling instalment in MJ Porter's The Brunanburh Series.Can the King of the Scots and the Dublin Norse triumph against a united England?  AD934  King Athelstan of the English has been successful in uniting the many kingdoms of Britain against one enemy, the Viking raiders.   But men who are kings don’t wish to be ruled.  Constantin, King of the Scots, rebelled against the Imperium and was forcibly brought to bend the knee to Athelstan and England at Cirencester. His son Ildulb seeks bloody vengeance from Athelstan following the battle at Cait and the death of his son.  Olaf Gothfrithson, king of the Dublin Norse, having asserted his power following his father's death has his sights set on reclaiming Jorvik.  Can the united might of the Scots and the violence of the Dublin Norse, descendants of the infamous Viking raiders, bring King Athelstan and his vision of the united Saxon English to her knees?  An epic story of kingsmanship that will result in the pivotal, bloody Battle of Brunanburh, where only one side can be victorious.  Praise for The Brunanburh Series.  'An epic tale of the birth of a nation. Truly mesmerising. Game of Thrones meets The Last Kingdom' - Gordon Doherty  'MJ effortlessly draws you into early Medieval England with this fascinating tale.' - Donovan Cook  'A very good read and MJ Porter is at her best bringing flesh to the facts and giving the main players personalities. Great way to read about the history of this time. Enjoy.' - Goodreads  'A Great read. Well written from the perspective of many of the characters. Recommended- - Reader Review  'A really enjoyable read, I particularly liked exploring the different characters and their motivations, each wanting to ensure their safety but at the same time ready to attack if the time is right. It’s all about the build up baby..you are just wanting to see who will step over the line first!' - Reader Review  'Another of M J Porters excellent books. The thoughts of the characters written, as always, in the first person are plausible and always immensely interesting, giving an insight into their real lives' - Reader Review  'I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I love the mix of history and what I if thoughts this story evoked in me. I can't wait to read more from this talented author.' - Reader Review  '5.0 out of 5 stars A fascinating, well researched glimpse into the 10th century politics...It is compelling, full of political intrigues.' - Reader Review  'Another of this author’s brilliant books. A good read and excellent characterisation of the men involved.now onto the next book.' - Reader Review  'Completely compelling read set out to combine all the main characters stories in an free flowing style. Interesting how the character of each character is developed through the novel.' - Reader Review  'Another brilliant tale of old England. M.J.Porter tells an intreguing tale of kings and warriors, when age old rivalries are temporarily settled. I presume that the tale of old England will continue.I hope so' - - Reader Review","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":52677836374289,"sku":"NLS9781837511884","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":52824586879249,"sku":"NIN9781837511884","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/9781837511884.jpg?v=1762306784"},{"product_id":"eagle-of-mercia-book-mj-porter-9781802807837","title":"Eagle of Mercia","description":"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?","brand":"WoB","offers":[{"title":"GB \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":52683414700305,"sku":"NLS9781802807837","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"US \/ NEW \/ INGRAM","offer_id":52755290161425,"sku":"NIN9781802807837","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0784\/4072\/6801\/files\/9781802807837.jpg?v=1762320598"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.worldofbooks.com\/de-de\/collections\/autor-buecher-von-mj-porter.oembed?page=4","provider":"World of Books ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}