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Death of Kings

by Bernard Cornwell

As Alfred dies, one warrior must decide whether England dies with him.

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About Death of Kings

Alfred the Great is dying, and his dream of a united England hangs in the balance. Edward has been named heir, but rival Saxon claimants and ambitious Vikings threaten chaos. Uhtred, torn between his oath to Alfred and his desire to reclaim Northumbria, must choose whether to defend Alfred’s vision or walk away.

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Series

The Last Kingdom · Book 6 of 13

Content warnings
  • war
  • battle violence
  • attempted murder
  • kidnapping
  • slavery
  • sexual assault
  • blood/gore

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