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Blood on the Crown: Struggle for the Crown Book 1

Author:
Griff Hosker
Read by:
Marston York
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Ratings
Book
146
Narrator
66
Release Date
May 23, 2019
Duration
10 hours 2 minutes
Summary
Based on the actual events of the years 1367- 1382 the novel shows the struggle for the crown through the eyes of a young warrior.
Blood on the Crown is set in the latter half of the fourteenth century. Will, son of Harry, is about to join one of the freebooting mercenaries who serve the Black Prince in Gascony and Spain. Soldiers of fortune they fight for pay and for loot. Circumstances mean that he comes to the attention of the heir to the English throne, Prince Edward and is chosen as the bodyguard for his sons, Edward and Richard. When the Black Prince dies before his father and his elder brother Edward also dies, a young Richard of Bordeaux becomes heir to the throne and Will has a greater responsibility than he expected. He becomes King at the age of just ten. Intrigue, attempted murder and a revolt by the peasants of Kent, Essex and London put both the young King and his bodyguard in mortal danger.
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What listeners say
The audiobook received generally positive feedback, with many listeners appreciating its well-developed story and engaging narration. Several listeners noted that the pacing was effective, making it difficult to stop listening. However, some listeners found the beginning slow and were mixed on whether they would continue with the series. The narrator's performance was frequently praised for its clarity and character differentiation.
Profile Avatar Nilotpol B. Jul 2020

Blood on the crown is a very popular historical novel . I already read it . This time , it's my great experience to listening it. Thanks to Mr Hosker for writing a great novel and obviously narrator done it perfectly. Voice is much clear , background music played in perfect manner. Storyline was based on the medieval era. Both Edward and Richard depicted very well. I will recommend it to every audiobook listener.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Dec 2020

I really loved this book! It kept me on my toes the whole time, can't wait to listen to the rest of the series!

Profile Avatar Ben M. Jun 2020

This is a good book in my opinion

Profile Avatar Connie Apr 2023

In some ways slow to start for me. However, all the character building becomes integral. It was difficult to stop listening to the last half of the book. Looking forward to the next book in this series.

Profile Avatar Amanda R. Feb 2023

I got this as a VIP selection and really enjoyed it! Looking forward to more from this author!

Profile Avatar Patrick M. May 2023

A very enjoyable lister. Narrator did a very good job. Not sure if I will listen to others in the series based on this one.

Profile Avatar Razorette Apr 2023

Over all the book was good. Narrator hard to listen to.

Profile Avatar Marguerite V. Mar 2023

Captivating

Profile Avatar Christine L. Mar 2023

This is a good story and turned out to be a page turner. I loved the characters. Truth be told, in my opinion, this book falls in the realm of Pillers of the earth.

Profile Avatar Douglas J. Mar 2023

Easy to listen to

Profile Avatar YanielDoung Mar 2023

Just finished book 9. Very good series and narration. I enjoyed all of them, never a dull moment

Profile Avatar Anonymous Mar 2023

Great book and the narrator did a great job with all the characters

Profile Avatar Sherry L. Mar 2023

This is an awesome adventure. Written so well and the narration is brilliant. Really transports you. I’m on the second book now and throughly enjoying still.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jul 2020

very good content

Profile Avatar Lee M. Feb 2026

Book starts a little slow. Its a good read but does not have enough action for me. Will not continue the series.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Mar 2025

Great historical fiction read by an exceptional narrator. Couldn’t stop listening.

Profile Avatar Caseyja88 Mar 2024

I loved this story. The progression of this book is very well done.

Profile Avatar Marcel L. Mar 2024

This was my first read of a Griff Hosker novel, and what a pleasant surprise! The story was extremely well developed and well-paced. The main character, Will, so of Harry, was a hero to be admired. Not only was he an almost super human fighter, but he was also at times a humane gentleman in the true sense of the word. To round all of this off, the narrator, Marston York, was way beyond superb.

Profile Avatar John R. Mar 2023

Didn't love this book as much as I expected, seemed slow and repetitive for first third. Then finally as it got going it ended which is why I will probably get the second book.

Profile Avatar Joseph Cushman Mar 2023

This series has captured my attention.

Profile Avatar David J. Feb 2023

This novel is a great story that follows an incredibly likable main character as he navigates the battlefield and his life. There is plenty of fighting but seeing how Will handles himself with the other soldiers, his father, and the royals is just as interesting. I will definitely be picking up the rest of this series. The narrator did a phenomenal job.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Feb 2023

I can't wait to listen to the second book!

Profile Avatar Anonymous Feb 2023

Not quite Bernard Cornwall but good enough. Enjoyable, fast paced. I will be reading more of his books.

Blood on the Crown: Struggle for the Crown Book 1

Blood on the Crown: Struggle for the Crown Book 1

Author: Griff Hosker
Read by: Marston York
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