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Storm of Steel (The Bernicia Chronicles Book 6) Kindle Edition

by Matthew Harffy (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.5 out of 5 stars 3,705 ratings
THE NEW BERNICIA CHRONICLES NOVEL FROM MATTHEW HARFFY, SHADOWS OF THE SLAIN, AVAILABLE TO PREORDER NOW!

A gripping, action-packed Bernicia Chronicles thriller set in Anglo-Saxon Britain. Beobrand is plunged into a dark world of piracy and slavery when an old friend enlists his help to recover a kidnapped girl.

AD 643. Embarking onto the wind-tossed seas, Beobrand pursues his quarry with single-minded tenacity. But the Whale Road is never calm and his journey is beset with storms, betrayal and violence.

As the winds of his wyrd blow him ever further from what he knows, will Beobrand find victory on his quest or has his luck finally abandoned him?

Reviews for Matthew Harffy:

'Nothing less than superb' Historical Novel Society
'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
'Harffy tells a great story' Joanna Hickson
'Harffy is really proving himself the rightful heir to Gemmell's crown' Jemahl Evans
'A genuinely superb novel' Steven McKay
'A breathtaking novel that sweeps the reader into a dark and dangerous world' Paul Fraser Collard
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“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.

'Battles, treachery, revenge and a healthy dose of Dark Age adventure'” ―Simon Turney

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 ‏ : ‎ B07B4GBN46
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Head of Zeus -- an Aries Book
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 9, 2019
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ 1st
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 4.7 MB
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 466 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1786696380
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 6 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 praise this historical fiction for its attention to historical detail and engaging characters, with one review specifically highlighting the strong female characters. The book features plenty of action, particularly on the sea, and customers find it well-written and an excellent read. They appreciate the pacing, with one noting it's as compelling as the first five books in the series.

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21 customers mention "Story quality"21 positive0 negative

Customers praise the book's historical fiction elements and attention to the Dark Ages setting, with one customer particularly noting Beobrand's trials and tribulations.

"Wow! Just wow. This is the sixth in the Bernicia Chronicles series and is every bit as compelling as the first five...." Read more

"I do so enjoy the historical fiction genre, especially when it has larger than life heroes & heroines...." Read more

"This book is part of the Bernicia Chronicles, a terrific series set back in the Dark Ages, but hung loosely on the known history of the period...." Read more

"...But along with the action there is lots of attention to historical milieu, with a degree of depth in the character portrayals...." Read more

16 customers mention "Pacing"16 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the pacing of the book, noting that it makes each story even better and continues the outstanding series.

"...There is plenty of violence and bloodletting and enough suspense to keep the reader turning pages...." Read more

"...Battles are still tension filled and exciting...." Read more

"...who were the real historical figures, and what in the book was based on actual records and what comes from his wonderful imagination at the end of..." Read more

"...one-off, but it does of course provide a sense of a larger, more encompassing narrative." Read more

12 customers mention "Writing quality"12 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, with one customer noting it is well described.

"...the earlier books in this series, this one is well researched and well written...." Read more

"...Action is good and well described. I want to save the strong, intelligent damsel, whether beautiful or not...." Read more

"There is a lot happening here; the book reads like a series of inventive and exciting adventures...." Read more

"...This series is not one of those shallow, obviously quickly-written stories that leave you feeling like your time was wasted in the reading...." Read more

11 customers mention "Readability"11 positive0 negative

Customers find the book an excellent read, with one describing it as a page turner.

"...Well worth your time." Read more

"I have read and enjoyed all in the series. They certainly deliver all the gore and swashbuckling one could hope for...." Read more

"...I can’t put these down! Another great installment that keeps this story fresh. On to the next book!" Read more

"...Definitely a page turner." Read more

10 customers mention "Character development"10 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book, with one highlighting its strong female characters.

"...The good characters are very likable...." Read more

"...I hope he doesn’t keep him long. There are some very strong female characters in this story: Eanflæd, Ardith, even Udela...." Read more

"...The characters are great, each with a distinct personality that you pull for (or against) as the series continues...." Read more

"...is lots of attention to historical milieu, with a degree of depth in the character portrayals...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the action level of the book, particularly noting the abundance of sea battles.

"...Action is good and well described. I want to save the strong, intelligent damsel, whether beautiful or not...." Read more

"...in the middle of the battles, romance, and this book put you on the high seas many times. Thanks Matthew for sharing Beobrand with us!..." Read more

"...is a little different from the other books in that there is much more action on the sea, and Beobrand, the main character, is kind of a broken man..." Read more

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  • DaveB.
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great read. Some of the best historical fiction around.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2019
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    Wow! Just wow. This is the sixth in the Bernicia Chronicles series and is every bit as compelling as the first five. Beobrand and his gesithas sail across the Whale Road to Frankia to rescue a girl sold to pirates by her father. As it turns out, there is much more to the story than first appears and as Beobrand gets deeper into the situation, facts are brought to light that will change his life forever.
    As with the earlier books in this series, this one is well researched and well written. It makes the reader feel as if he or she is actually in the "Dark Ages." There is plenty of violence and bloodletting and enough suspense to keep the reader turning pages.
    While not exactly a cliffhanger, there is enough of a hint of future adventures at the end of the book to let the reader know there will be future books. For me, that is terrific news. Matthew Harffy is one of my favorite historical authors. His work rivals anything out there and I cannot wait for the next chapter of this awesome series.
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  • Manazon
    4.0 out of 5 stars Furious at the Author
    Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2020
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    I do so enjoy the historical fiction genre, especially when it has larger than life heroes & heroines.

    That is why I can’t enjoy a book to its fullest when the hero will have the most common, bad habits and addictions of humans. Such is Beobrand.

    There was NO reason for him to make an oath to the swinish Oswiu, regardless of what he said to his brother before he died. You can only give and keep your oath to the living.....Without Coercion!! It must be given in a completely free environment.

    And why must the hero get sloshed all the time...drink ale all the time? Not all people are so addicted. I believe it’s just the author projecting one of his weaknesses on the Hero, perhaps so he feels better about the addiction he has.

    With all its warts, the book is near impossible to put down. The good characters are very likable. The bad/ evil characters I feel that I despise them, would be happy to run them through in the fictitious world.

    Action is good and well described. I want to save the strong, intelligent damsel, whether beautiful or not. It makes me forget what a mess I’ve made of my life, especially most recently. Thank you for that!!
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  • Marilyn
    5.0 out of 5 stars another topnotch chapter about Beo and his warriors
    Reviewed in the United States on May 3, 2023
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    So Beobrand’s adventures continue. Unfortunately he must listen to the new king, Oswiu, who isn’t his best supporter. As he goes to get the future queen, he worries about his son’s fate in Oswiu’s household. I hope he doesn’t keep him long.
    There are some very strong female characters in this story: Eanflæd, Ardith, even Udela. There are some new male characters I like too who are part of Beo’s journey to Frankia. I look forward to more about Ferenbald and Brinin. We also see more of Coenred, who I think must be a reader favorite. He’s really showing his mettle here.
    Beo’s health seems a little bit weakened from a blow to his head. I wonder how this will play out down the road.
    There is a very mind blowing revelation which steers all Beo’s decisions. It is a wild ride Beo, his warriors, and sailors take to Frankia.
    Battles are still tension filled and exciting. Just when I though the story was over, there were still some loose ends around Draca and Scrydan that needed to be resolved. Very satisfying ending!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another great Harffy read
    Reviewed in the United States on April 5, 2021
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    This book is part of the Bernicia Chronicles, a terrific series set back in the Dark Ages, but hung loosely on the known history of the period. The characters are great, each with a distinct personality that you pull for (or against) as the series continues. Always action packed and entertaining, this series keeps your attention. Mr Harffy is good enough to explain who were the real historical figures, and what in the book was based on actual records and what comes from his wonderful imagination at the end of each book. For history buffs like me, this makes each story even better.
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  • P. Dahlgren
    4.0 out of 5 stars A rolicking adventure
    Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2019
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    There is a lot happening here; the book reads like a series of inventive and exciting adventures. But along with the action there is lots of attention to historical milieu, with a degree of depth in the character portrayals. The author is adept at sketching in at the beginning what has transpired previously in the other books in this series, yet if one has not read them, the parade of names and intrugues may be a bit difficult to absorb. Ultimately, however, it's not necessary to have read the earlier books to enjoy this one as a one-off, but it does of course provide a sense of a larger, more encompassing narrative.
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  • Hollie
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another amazing story by an amazing writer!
    Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2021
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    I’ve read the chronicles more than once and each addition to the adventures of Beobrand become more alive and intriguing. This particular book was hard to put down! Just when you think things are calm, another event pulls you deep into the story. If you want a series that will keep you glued to the pages, I highly recommend Harffy’s Bernicia Chronicles. The words really put you right in the middle of the battles, romance, and this book put you on the high seas many times. Thanks Matthew for sharing Beobrand with us! Can’t wait for the series to be put on film!
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  • Andrew Clark
    3.0 out of 5 stars It was an ok read.
    Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2019
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    Certainly an adventure tale with very memorable characters. The end just seemed a little rushed to me but otherwise was good.
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  • Marove
    5.0 out of 5 stars A great book!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 3, 2019
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    Not only is Beobrand's story a page turner, the writing is wonderfully descriptive and well researched. This series is not one of those shallow, obviously quickly-written stories that leave you feeling like your time was wasted in the reading. You feel a little more enlightened about the time and, of course, more invested in the trials and tribulations of Beobrand. Keep writing, Mr. Harffy!
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  • Barry Finch
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another wonderful and well researched novel by a very talented author - Matthew Harffy
    Reviewed in Australia on May 28, 2019
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    HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. I am really loving this 'series'. For me Storm of Steel (Book 6) took on a different and in many ways a less violent narrative (I susect the body count was lower) as the story line was a much more personal insight into the characters themself. If I have a dissapointment it was that the end of this tale arrived too soon, and left we wanting more. Maybe that's the authors plan. I am very much looking forward to Book 7 (For new readers of this series I strongly suggest that you start at Book 1- The Serpent Sword)
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  • KAIDO
    5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
    Reviewed in Canada on August 10, 2020
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    The only problem is I'm all caught up on his books and now have to wait.. this gives you a great idea of what the dark ages are all about
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  • John Taylor
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good follow on
    Reviewed in France on June 5, 2019
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    An excellent read
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  • Craig
    5.0 out of 5 stars Firdt Class
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 29, 2024
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    Good read, excellent characters great story. Looking forward to next book inthis series. Thoroughly recommended to all lovers of Mathew Harfly.
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  • GregH
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another amazing tale in Mathew Harffy's Bernicia Chronicles.
    Reviewed in Canada on June 6, 2019
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    A story weaver to match Bernard Cornwell, Mathew Harffy has fast become one of my favourite HF writers. His detailed research lends life-like credibility to his spell-binding stories.
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