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Fortress of Fury: warrior Beobrand must withstand a mighty siege in this thrilling Anglo-Saxon historical adventure (The Bernicia Chronicles Book 7) Kindle Edition

by Matthew Harffy (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 2,974 ratings
THE NEW BERNICIA CHRONICLES NOVEL FROM MATTHEW HARFFY, SHADOWS OF THE SLAIN, OUT NOW!

Warlord Beobrand is besieged in this action-packed adventure set in Anglo-Saxon Britain.

READERS LOVE MATTHEW HARFFY:

'Beobrand is the warrior to follow' David Gilman
'Visceral tales of battle, revenge, and honour' Graham McNeill
'A tale that rings like sword song in the reader's mind' Giles Kristian
'Historical fiction doesn't get much better than this' Angus Donald
'A brilliant characterization of a difficult hero in a dangerous time' Christian Cameron
'Illuminates the Dark Ages like a bolt of lightning' Toby Clements
'Battles, treachery, revenge and a healthy dose of Dark Age adventure' Simon Turney
'Matthew Harffy tells a great story' Joanna Hickson
'The rightful heir to Gemmell's crown' Jemahl Evans

AD 647. War hangs heavy in the hot summer air as Penda of Mercia marches into the northern kingdom of Bernicia. Caught unawares, the Bernician forces are besieged within the great fortress of Bebbanburg.

It falls to Beobrand of Ubbanford to mount the stronghold's defence, but even while battle rages, powerful enemies seek long-desired vengeance against him. With Northumbria's future in jeopardy, can Beobrand withstand the powers that beset him and find a path to victory against all odds?

As the Mercians tighten their grip and unknown assassins close in, Beobrand must also struggle with conflicting oaths and the dreadful pull of a love that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear.

READ ALL OF MATTHEW HARFFY'S BREATHTAKING BERNICIA CHRONICLES

#1 The Serpent Sword
#2 The Cross and the Curse
#3 Blood and Blade
#4 Killer of Kings
#5 Warrior of Woden
#6 Storm of Steel
#7 Fortress of Fury
#8 For Lord and Land
#9 Forest of Foes
#10 Shadows of the Slain
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“A well-researched, enjoyable historical fiction set in the familiar world of Dark Ages Britain. There are bloody battles, intriguing characters and plenty of oaths that need fulfilling... A solid and fun read that allows you to glimpse into the dark world of 7th-century Britain. The fights are intense and engaging'” ―Grimdark Magazine

“PRAISE FOR THE BERNICIA CHRONICLES:

'Matthew Harffy's tale of England in the Dark Ages is nothing less than superb... The tale is fast paced and violence lurks on every page' Historical Novel Society.

'A tale that rings like sword song in the reader's mind. Harffy knows his genre inside out and The Cross and the Curse proves it' Giles Kristian.

'Murder, betrayal and vengeance fuel tribal warfare and personal combat. Beobrand is the warrior to follow' David Gilman.

'Historical fiction doesn't get much better than this' Angus Donald, author of The Outlaw Chronicles.

'I was gripped from the very first sentence... I thoroughly recommend it for all historical fiction readers'” ―Martin Lake

About the Author

Matthew Harffy grew up in Northumberland where the rugged terrain, ruined castles and rocky coastline had a huge impact on him. He now lives in Wiltshire, England, with his wife and their two daughters. Matthew is the author of the critically acclaimed Bernicia Chronicles and A Time for Swords series, and he also presents the popular podcast, Rock, Paper, Swords!, with fellow author Steven A. McKay.

Follow Matthew at @MatthewHarffy and www.matthewharffy.com.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07TVPWDXX
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ August 6, 2020
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 3.9 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 433 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1786696397
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  • Book 7 of 10 ‏ : ‎ The Bernicia Chronicles
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Matthew Harffy lived in Northumberland as a child and the area had a great impact on him. The rugged terrain, ruined castles and rocky coastline made it easy to imagine the past. Decades later, a documentary about Northumbria's Golden Age sowed the kernel of an idea for a series of historical fiction novels. The first of them is the action-packed tale of vengeance and coming of age, THE SERPENT SWORD.

Matthew has worked in the IT industry, where he spent all day writing and editing, just not the words that most interested him. Prior to that he worked in Spain as an English teacher and translator. Matthew lives in Wiltshire, England, with his wife and their two daughters.

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Customers find the book's storytelling engrossing, with one noting it's based on historical events and locations. Moreover, the writing quality is well-received, with one customer highlighting the detailed battle scenes, and customers appreciate the character development and visual style, with one describing Beobrand's creation as particularly graphic.

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14 customers mention "Storytelling"14 positive0 negative

Customers find the storytelling of the book engaging, with one customer noting it is based on historical events and locations, while another describes it as an action-packed historical thriller.

"BLURB AD 647. Anglo-Saxon Britain. A gripping, action-packed historical thriller and the seventh instalment in the Bernicia Chronicles...." Read more

"...Well written, great characters. Good grasp of history. Sad that I have finished the series." Read more

"...The author does a great job of maintaining the story and characters throughout." Read more

"Just finished Fortress of Fury - Fantastic storytelling, I found myself immersed in the story as if I were an actual participant...." Read more

10 customers mention "Readability"10 positive0 negative

Customers find the book fantastic, with one customer noting that it gets better with each installment in the series.

"Another chapter of Beobrand that is truly enjoyable, in the whole...." Read more

"Throughly enjoyed the whole series. Well written, great characters. Good grasp of history. Sad that I have finished the series." Read more

"...Well done!" Read more

"...These stories are so engrossing. They make me feel like I am there. Excellent. Wonderful. I can't wait for the next one." Read more

7 customers mention "Character development"7 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"Throughly enjoyed the whole series. Well written, great characters. Good grasp of history. Sad that I have finished the series." Read more

"I have enjoyed following the characters of this story. The author does a great job of maintaining the story and characters throughout." Read more

"...books quite a bit, the battle scenes are great and I am invested in the main character and his gang of warriors but his love of the queen he can not..." Read more

"Terrific characters, excellent historical descriptions of time and place, combined with quality writing are usual for this series...." Read more

6 customers mention "Writing quality"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the book well written, with one review specifically praising the detailed battle scenes, while another notes it is easy to read.

"...moves along, if a little predictable, at least with good pace and limited grammar and spelling goofs that does plague many eWriters...." Read more

"Throughly enjoyed the whole series. Well written, great characters. Good grasp of history. Sad that I have finished the series." Read more

"...historical descriptions of time and place, combined with quality writing are usual for this series...." Read more

"As expected tremendous savagery battles written with expertise. I have been reading these books of Beobrand and he is not the same now of course...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the series, with one noting it follows the usual pattern.

"...of time and place, combined with quality writing are usual for this series...." Read more

"Love this series. But in the time between 6 an 7, I lost track of the characters and events. Had to go back and reread previous sections...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the visual style of the book, with one describing it as particularly graphic and another noting how beautifully Beobrand is created.

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"...Matthew Harffy has done a beautiful job creating Beobrand and twisting him into the warrior he is...." Read more

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  • Paul Bennett
    5.0 out of 5 stars #7 still fresh and vibrant
    Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2020
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    BLURB
    AD 647. Anglo-Saxon Britain. A gripping, action-packed historical thriller and the seventh instalment in the Bernicia Chronicles.
    War hangs heavy in the hot summer air as Penda of Mercia and his allies march into the north. Caught unawares, the Bernician forces are besieged within the great fortress of Bebbanburg.
    It falls to Beobrand to mount the defence of the stronghold, but even while the battle rages, old and powerful enemies have mobilised against him, seeking vengeance for past events.
    As the Mercian forces tighten their grip and unknown killers close in, Beobrand finds himself in a struggle with conflicting oaths and the dreadful pull of a forbidden love that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear.
    With the future of Northumbria in jeopardy, will Beobrand be able to withstand the powers that beset him and find a path to victory against all the odds?
    REVIEW
    When a series reaches this many volumes, and the main character is pretty well known to those who have read the whole series, the need to keep the tale fresh and vibrant is a daunting task. Fortunately for us, my fellow followers of Beobrand, the author has met that challenge. Layers of depth have been added to not only our hero, but also the supporting cast. This episode thrusts Beobrand into situations that are complicated, seemingly unsolvable, and numerous. It is a twisting path with the obstacles of love, loyalty, honor, and oaths given, that the Lord of Ubbanford must follow, and somehow survive. Page turner? Ahh, that would be a yes. Best part? Beobrand will be back. 5 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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  • Manazon
    4.0 out of 5 stars A Tale Worth Reading
    Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2020
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    Another chapter of Beobrand that is truly enjoyable, in the whole. It moves along, if a little predictable, at least with good pace and limited grammar and spelling goofs that does plague many eWriters.

    I do so get tired of fighting using the forehead of Beo as the weapon of choice, to the point of way overuse. Enough with the smashed nose cartridge and gushing blood. I question its use in medieval England, or elsewhere in the West.

    And Beobrand drinks too often just to forget. Don’t turn him into a drunken sod, please.
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Thoroughly recommend
    Reviewed in the United States on October 25, 2020
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    Throughly enjoyed the whole series. Well written, great characters. Good grasp of history. Sad that I have finished the series.
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  • Stony
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good series
    Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2021
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    I have enjoyed following the characters of this story. The author does a great job of maintaining the story and characters throughout.
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  • Rick
    4.0 out of 5 stars Argh, the christian guilt!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2023
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    I enjoy these books quite a bit, the battle scenes are great and I am invested in the main character and his gang of warriors but his love of the queen he can not have...at least yet, is so tiresome as pages and pages of the book are her lamenting her feelings for the hero and how she will be punished by her christ-god because she is a married woman.
    Bores me stupid and I do something I never do when reading a book, skip ahead pages and pages.
    If book eight has the same christian guilt thing going on I may just skip the whole book altogether.
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  • Reece Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding
    Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2020
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    Just finished Fortress of Fury - Fantastic storytelling, I found myself immersed in the story as if I were an actual participant. Continuously providing Beobrand my advice and watching it go to the way side. The struggle of oath keeping have long gone the way of so many values and beliefs. Beobrand and his men continue to be a force to fear and respect. I look forward to the next adventure of the Oath keeper and oath breaker may he find peace, or at least as much peace as a warrior warlord can find. Well done!
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  • DaveB.
    5.0 out of 5 stars The best so far.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2020
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    Just when I thought this series couldn't get much better, along comes Fortress of Fury and proves me wrong. This one has it all - gruesome battle scenes, betrayal, bravery (and cowardice) and enough realism to make me believe I was actually living in the Dark Ages. Beobrand is still the greatest warrior in Albion (Britain) and is forced to prove it many times in this book. His skills are never more tested than when Mercian forces under Penda invade Bernicia and set siege at Bebbanberg. Faced with certain death, Beobrand and his gesithas turn to cunning, and luck, to turn the tide.
    The battle scenes in this series are particularly graphic. I cannot imagine what it must have been like to have been involved in a war during this period. Facing down a shield wall or awaiting the thundering charge of mounted warriors must have been terrifying.
    While this is a work of fiction, it is based on historical events and locations. This makes reading this series that much more interesting. The author ended this book with enough loose ends to guarantee at least one more book. I, for one, cannot wait.
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  • Staunton
    3.0 out of 5 stars Not up to previous standards.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2020
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    While I have enjoyed the other books in this series this one did not meet the standards of the others. I thought at times I was reading a young adult novel with so much of the novel taken up by two adult characters seemly infatuated with one another in a forbidden romance like two high schoolers, all while there are enemies at the gate. There is too much self loathing by the characters because of this infatuation and I was amazed at just how many pages I skimmed past just to continue with the main story.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Good read
    Reviewed in Australia on April 9, 2022
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    The book had you entertained through out the story and kept you reading to the end to see what happens next in the series of books.
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  • Wendy Baldwin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great book Matthew!
    Reviewed in Canada on December 26, 2020
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    This is a great series! It keeps you reading and makes you feel that you are right in the action! Can' wait for net one!
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  • David Baird
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Mercian warhost has been spotted and as Beorand races to Bebbanburg he knows war is not far off
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 10, 2020
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    Fortress of Fury is book 7 In The Bernicia Chronicles series. I’m always excited for the next instalment but also worried.. Will it live up to it’s predecessors, will it start to get repetitive or even will this be the last we see of Beobrand….

    I need not have worried!

    Wow!

    A Mercian warhost has been spotted and as Beorand races to Bebbanburg he knows war is not far off, but will the King be there? How will they defend themselves and push Mercian forces back?

    This is a gruelling action packed tale that leaves you on edge, woven beautifully with detailed depictions. I can’t really give away too much but in one scene I felt my own heart racing along with Beo and his revered Black Shields as they charge head on into the enemy.

    Cynan, one of Beobrand’s most loyal is sent to spur on the fighting forces they need. Along the way his character grows significantly. I really enjoyed seeing his development, it was probably one of the best things about the book. I’d love to see Cynan get his own series one day.. that’s if he can make it out of this alive!

    King Oswiu and Beobrand share no love for each other but Beo is his sworn man… his word is iron.. but even Beobrand has his limits and in this tale he’s pushed over the edge… will he defy the King?

    Oswiu seems to like to play games and wants to assert his authority but this leads him to disagreements with those he should call allies. It’s a dangerous game to play.

    There’s a lot going on in this tale such as war, love and treachery. With so much plot you’d think you might struggle to take it all in but the pace of the tale and it’s flow is spot on, it was almost effortless to digest.

    What Harffy does perfectly is balance the focus of war against Penda with Beobrand’s own tale, his development.. and the trouble he’s about it get himself into! He never has luck with the ladies but he’s definitely picked the wrong woman this time!

    Beobrand is a delight, his character has grown over the years with experience. He’s got a short fuse but at times can see the benefit in holding his tongue. God help if you get on the wrong side of him though!

    One trait of Beobrands I very much enjoy is that he reflects a lot on past events. Even after so many years he still yearns for his lost friend Acennan.. he keeps the memory of those lost along his journey with him at all times and as a reader this had my mind wandering back..vividly remembering scenes when we first meet Coenred the monk for example. I feel this chance to reflect adds something extra to the tale and proves how good of a storyteller Harffy is that his work stays with you.

    The final couple of chapters are pure brilliance as Beobrand makes a drastic decision..the consequences to be felt in book 8!

    One hell of an instalment, One hell of an epic series!
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  • Magicm
    5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
    Reviewed in Germany on August 22, 2020
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    I just can't get enough of these books. They make for some truly fantastic reading and it is, as if you're riding along with your warband, with all the joys, worries, fear, excitement, doubt and resolve. Well done and thank you.
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  • Dennis Woolford
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good story line and keeps you interested in what will happen next.
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 19, 2021
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    Good series of books that are close to my persoanl interests in historical warfare. The characters have good personalities and are reasonably believable, with geographical points that sit well with the story and reality of the times. A point of criticism is that generally there is too much waffle around the lead character's memories and feelings that just adds pages with no purpose. Sadly that has made me put the books down a number of times when I would have liked to read on. All round, the whole series makes a great read, just a shame about the pointless waffle. "Just get on with the story!"
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