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The Northern Throne (Warrior Druid of Britain Book 3) Kindle Edition

4.5 out of 5 stars 2,254 ratings

Northern Britain, AD431, Spring. Bellicus the Druid and his friend Duro, a former Roman centurion, have already suffered a great deal in recent years but, for them, things are about to get even worse. Britain is changing. The Romans have gone and warriors from many different places seek to fill the void the legions left behind. In the south, the Saxons' expansion seems unstoppable despite the efforts of the warlord Arthur, while north of Hadrian's Wall various kings and chieftains are always looking to extend their borders. In Dun Breatann, Bellicus believes the disparate northern tribes must put aside their differences, become allies, and face the Saxon threat together, under one High King. Or High Queen... Small-minded men don't always look at the bigger picture though, and, when Bellicus and Duro seek to form a pact with an old enemy, events take a shocking and terrible turn that will leave the companions changed forever. This third volume in the Warrior Druid of Britain Chronicles is packed with adventure, battles, triumph, and tears, and at the end of it a new course will be set for Bellicus. But at what cost?

PRAISE FOR STEVEN A. McKAY'S
WARRIOR DRUID OF BRITAIN CHRONICLES

"...the historical detail is seamlessly melded into a plot bursting with adrenaline and suspense...To my mind
this novel is everything historical fiction should be and more." - JAMES VELLA-BARDON, author of The Sheriff's Catch
"as a storyteller
McKay is up there with the best of them." - David's Book Blurg
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Can you hear that? No? Nothing? Yeah, nothing at all, because that silence is the sound of all the Historical Fiction competition – so far behind Steven A. McKay these days, that you can’t hear them!" - STEVE DENTON/SPEESH READS
"Dark age adventure at its gripping best." - MATTHEW HARFFY, author of The Bernicia Chronicles
"The Druid tells a story as stunning as the cover art suggests." - SHARON BENNETT CONNOLLY, author of Heroines Of The Medieval World

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08C7XRC9K
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Broadsword Publishing
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 14, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 321 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 3 of 7 ‏ : ‎ Warrior Druid of Britain
  • Best Sellers Rank: #115,802 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 out of 5 stars 2,254 ratings

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Steven A. McKay
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I was born in Scotland in 1977 and always enjoyed studying history. I decided to write my Forest Lord novels after seeing a house called “Sherwood” when I was out at work one day. Since then I've started a new series, the Warrior Druid of Britain Chronicles, and just completed a trilogy about Alfred the Great.

In 2021 the Xbox game HOOD: Outlaws and Legends was released, featuring my writing, and that was a fantastic experience.

I used to be in a heavy metal band although I tend to just play guitar in my study these days. I did use those guitars to write the theme song for the podcast I co-host, Rock, Paper, Swords! with Matthew Harffy, though. Give it a listen, we've interviewed great guests like Diana Gabaldon, Simon Scarrow, Bernard Cornwell, Dan Jones and more!

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Customers find the book addictive and well-written, with one review noting how the writing paints vivid mental images. Moreover, the historical fiction elements receive positive feedback, with one customer particularly appreciating the British Isles history content. Additionally, customers praise the character development, with one review highlighting how the giant Druid character becomes more relatable, and the series quality, noting how it continues to improve with each installment.

18 customers mention "Readability"18 positive0 negative

Customers find the book highly readable, describing it as a fantastic adventure that's rather addictive, with one customer noting it's never a dull moment.

"...Great story. Totally engaging. Really hard to put down. Great book. Starting the fourth book now. 🤗..." Read more

"...Fun to read and the story flows well" Read more

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12 customers mention "Storyline"12 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, describing it as a great historical fiction with unexpected twists, and one customer mentions it provides interesting insights into British Isle history.

"This is my favorite type of story. Historical fiction that is set quite far back in history...." Read more

"...Plenty of action, believable characters, and a story line full of surprises, this series just keeps getting better.... and there's more on the..." Read more

"...Interesting to learn of British Isle history during this time period even if only through fiction." Read more

"...Writing is fluid and the action intense. McKay does a great job to keep you turning the page to see what happens next...." Read more

10 customers mention "Writing quality"10 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting it is well written and extremely talented, with one customer highlighting how the author's skill paints vivid mental images.

"...I really enjoyed this historical fiction by McKay. It is well written and makes me look forward to another tale by him of the characters he has..." Read more

"...The story is excellent, with well fleshed out, if somewhat singular, or confusing characterizations...." Read more

"The more McKay writes, the more I realize how good his writing and storytelling is. The Northern Thorne is simply, excellent...." Read more

"McKay writes novels that are readable and in this case takes ones mind off of all that is going on...." Read more

8 customers mention "Character development"8 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the characters in the book, with one noting how the giant Druid becomes more relatable, while another mentions how the clear character development keeps readers engaged.

"...to doubts - his vulnerabilities are a nice touch, makes the giant Druid a bit more human...." Read more

"...Plenty of interesting characters and potential storylines to explore. Known characters grow and fresh new characters are solid." Read more

"...Exciting reading and a clear picture of the characters keeps the pages turning. Excellent read - thank you!" Read more

"I really felt engaged with all of the characters in this, the third book in the series.. The storyline is continuous throughout the series, so the..." Read more

7 customers mention "Series quality"7 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the series quality, noting that it keeps getting better with each installment.

"An awesome series continues" Read more

"...characters, and a story line full of surprises, this series just keeps getting better.... and there's more on the horizon. 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐" Read more

"...Unexpected twists and surprising developments keeps this series fresh. Plenty of interesting characters and potential storylines to explore...." Read more

"The series seems to be improving. The author shows real imagination as the narrative continues. I look forward to the next edition...." Read more

3 customers mention "Pacing"3 positive0 negative

Customers praise the pacing of the book.

"...Writing is fluid and the action intense. McKay does a great job to keep you turning the page to see what happens next...." Read more

"...series and features Bellicus, a young druid who is also an exceptional warrior. No Gandalf image here!..." Read more

"...This third volume is packed with adventure, battles, triumph, and tears. Another interesting story." Read more

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  • Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2025
    An awesome series continues
  • Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2021
    This is my favorite type of story. Historical fiction that is set quite far back in history. The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is due to a few errors that a good proofreader would have found. As mentioned in the afterword of the second book, this is something a family member does for him. I imagine that since these are self published, that expenses would be more of an issue. And the editing and proofing done is actually quite good, considering. Being a proofreader myself however, the few errors here stood out for me. Things like characters being on horseback one moment, and bemoaning the fact that they don't have horses the next. But, as stated, there are very few of these. The story is excellent, with well fleshed out, if somewhat singular, or confusing characterizations. Well enough realised that I cared about them, but had a bit of difficulty when a character was considered to be a certain way, but whose actions didn't jibe with how they were viewed. I doubt this would be an issue for most readers. It is for me because I am a voracious reader ( I average a book every 2 days), and my favorite authors always populate their books with multidimensional characters. All in all, an exciting, entertaining series. I look forward to more from Mr. McKay.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2020
    One thing you can say for certain about post-Roman Britain - there's a whole lot of conflict, and a choice of enemies to face. The Picts, the Dalriadans, the Saxons, they all want control - Bellicus and Duro have their hands full in this emotionally charged tale. Amidst the turmoil of those conflicts, the author has also included some mental challenges - even the imposing Bellicus is not immune to doubts - his vulnerabilities are a nice touch, makes the giant Druid a bit more human. Trust, loyalty, friendship, failure...all of these things plus physical pain are some of the issues confronting him and Duro.
    Another thing you can say for certain is that the author has produced another page turning episode. Plenty of action, believable characters, and a story line full of surprises, this series just keeps getting better.... and there's more on the horizon. 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2020
    The more McKay writes, the more I realize how good his writing and storytelling is. The Northern Thorne is simply, excellent.
    By the end of "Song of the Centurion" as a reader you're invested in the wellbeing of each character. This epic tale continues to grab at emotions of the reader. Turning each page eagerly and anxiously to see what befalls Bellicus, Duro, and equally, Cai. It took me a little over 3 evenings to read this book, but it's not because it was short, it isn't, but because McKay writes a story that you can't put down. Literally going about my day, I would wonder what was going to happen next, excitedly looking to the time I could dive back in.
    I eagerly look forward to the next installment, and hope that this review will spur others to delve into The Warrior of Druid Britain Series. They are nothing short of phenomenal.
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  • Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2020
    McKay writes novels that are readable and in this case takes ones mind off of all that is going on. Interesting to learn of British Isle history during this time period even if only through fiction.
    One person found this helpful
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  • Reviewed in the United States on September 27, 2020
    Third novel in this series, and well done. Writing is fluid and the action intense. McKay does a great job to keep you turning the page to see what happens next. Unexpected twists and surprising developments keeps this series fresh. Plenty of interesting characters and potential storylines to explore. Known characters grow and fresh new characters are solid.
  • Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2020
    I have always enjoyed Steven McKay's books and "The Northern Throne" is no exception. It is the latest in the warrior/druid series and features Bellicus, a young druid who is also an exceptional warrior. No Gandalf image here! Exciting reading and a clear picture of the characters keeps the pages turning. Excellent read - thank you!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2022
    Bellicus the Druid and his friend Duro, a former Roman centurion, have already suffered a great deal in recent years but, for them, things about about to get even worse.
    In Dun Breatann, Bellicus believes the disparate northern tribes must put aside their differences, become allies, and face the Saxon threat together under one High King or Higgh Queen.
    Is this possible?
    This third volume is packed with adventure, battles, triumph, and tears.
    Another interesting story.

Top reviews from other countries

  • Tony estabrook
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent ongoing saga
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 16, 2024
    I don't like giving away spoilers and I'm not going to start now, this tale could have been written in one long book but that would have taken away a lot from the ongoing saga.
    Steven in this the third book of the warrior druid of Britain Chronicles has excelled the story along nicely.
    Excellent characters, descriptive text,fights life everything and everyone,it all just flows together and gels making a damn good reading experience.
    Praise to Steven and I would highly recommend this and the whole series for your reading pleasure.
  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best one so far.
    Reviewed in Australia on January 27, 2025
    Was pretty dark and Brutal. And reading the Authors notes at the end you can understand where some of the emotion might have come from. It Was hard to put this book down. There is still a little bit of an untold story in this book so I'm hoping the next one answers a few questions.
  • Aaron White
    5.0 out of 5 stars Great Historical Fiction
    Reviewed in Canada on February 3, 2021
    Little is known about the period following the withdrawal of the Legions from Britannia despite it being a fascinating time of change and upheaval, and good historical fiction can help us understand the era. The books in this series are very well written, and the reader is provided with an excellent and plausible description of the times and the battles involved as Saxons, Picts, Britons, and others vie for dominance. Excellent, likeable characters.
  • Brian Gair
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent reading
    Reviewed in Canada on July 19, 2021
    This is a quality book series which captures your interest through out the series and seems well versed in the history attached to the book. The piece on the stone henge is very good as I have visited the site as well as the surrounding area.
  • G-dog
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another ripping yarn
    Reviewed in Australia on December 4, 2024
    Continuing the story of Bellicus and Alt Clota with more action than a Scwarzenegger movie. Looking forward to the next instalment.

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