Excalibur, Bernard Cornwell
Excalibur, Bernard Cornwell
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Excalibur

Author: Bernard Cornwell

Narrator: Jonathan Keeble

Unabridged: 18 hr 50 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Harper

Published: 11/18/2014

Synopsis

With Excalibur Bernard Cornwell draws his Arthurian trilogy to an exciting close that will have listners gripping their headphones.If Arthur existed (and I am quite certain he did) then he was probably the great British war leader who won the battle of Mount Badon. No one knows where it was fought, or how it was fought, but we do know that the battle took place and it was the one great defeat inflicted on the English invaders of Britain. In Excalibur we follow Arthur and Derfel to that enormous struggle and incredible victory. It not only throws the Saxons back, but reunites Arthur and Guinevere. He might hope now to be left alone, to have a time of peace after gaining a great victory, but new enemies arise to destroy all he has achieved. First is Mordred himself, the crippled king who owes everything to Arthur and now tries to kill his benefactor. Mordred's ally is Nimue who has come to hate her mentor, Merlin. And so the story ends as it has always ended, at Camlann . . . 'and so my lord was gone. And no one has seen him since.'

About Bernard Cornwell

Bernard Cornwell is an internationally acclaimed historical fiction author celebrated for bringing the past to life with gripping battles, vivid landscapes, and unforgettable heroes. Best known for The Last Kingdom series-which inspired the hit Netflix adaptation-Cornwell has earned a global readership through his unmatched ability to blend meticulous research with page-turning storytelling.

Across more than sixty novels, including the beloved Sharpe series, The Warlord Chronicles, and numerous standalone works, Cornwell transports readers to pivotal eras of history, from medieval Britain to the Napoleonic Wars. His books are praised for their authenticity, rich character detail, and immersive depictions of strategy, honor, and survival on the battlefield.

Born in London and later making his home in the United States, Cornwell's lifelong passion for history and storytelling drives his work, earning him recognition as one of the most influential historical novelists of our time. Whether following an English archer, a Saxon warrior, or a reluctant soldier thrust into war, audiences trust Bernard Cornwell to deliver sweeping adventures that resonate long after the final chapter.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Petrik on August 01, 2017

The Warlord Chronicles trilogy is hands down the best Arthurian saga I’ve ever had the chance to experience out of all medium. "I have to confess that of all the books I have written, these three are my favourites.” – Bernard Cornwell 2 months and 20 books after my last 5/5 stars (without rounding up)......more

Goodreads review by Matt's Fantasy Book Reviews on December 30, 2022

Check out my YouTube channel where I show my instant reactions upon finishing reading fantasy books. It's hard to consider this book on it's own and judge it without comparing it to the previous book, which is one of the best books I have ever read. Unfortunately (and predictably) this book doesn......more

Goodreads review by William on July 08, 2021

I now have a YouTube channel that I run with my brother, called 'The Brothers Gwynne'. Check it out - The Brothers Gwynne My expanded review is on BookNest! BookNest “Tell your father” I said, “That I loved him to the end.” Excalibur is the third and final book in The Warlord Chronicles by Bernard......more

Goodreads review by Wick on January 18, 2025

A stunning masterpiece. I feel like I want to write a several page essay about why this book, and this trilogy, is so incredibly good. I walked away from the final book in this Arthurian trilogy, Excalibur, humbled and awestruck at the remarkable accomplishment of characterization achieved. Every cha......more

Goodreads review by Gyan on April 06, 2025

4.75 stars! 🌟🌟🌟🌟💫 Excalibur is spun with care like a rich tapestry. It sings of honor, war, and fate, and paints a world where faith wavers and gods seem far. At its heart lies Excalibur, a sword of lore, and what it stirs in men’s hearts. The tale winds through the life of Derfel, a man of grit and d......more

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