The Blood of the Fifth Knight, E.M. Powell
The Blood of the Fifth Knight, E.M. Powell
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The Blood of the Fifth Knight

Author: E.M. Powell

Narrator: James Langton

Unabridged: 8 hr 45 min

Format: Digital Audiobook (DRM Protected)

Published: 01/01/2015

Synopsis

England, 1176. King Henry II has imprisoned his rebellious Queen for attempting to overthrow him. But with her conspirators still at large and a failed assassination attempt on his beautiful mistress, Rosamund Clifford, the King must take action to preserve his reign.Desperate, Henry turns to the only man he trusts: a man whose skills have saved him once before. Sir Benedict Palmer answers the call, mistakenly believing that his family will remain safe while he attends to his King.As Palmer races to secure the throne for the King, neither man senses the hand of a brilliant schemer, a mystery figure loyal to Henry’s traitorous Queen who will stop at nothing to see the King defeated. The Blood of the Fifth Knight is an intricate medieval murder mystery and a worthy sequel to E.M. Powell’s acclaimed historical thriller The Fifth Knight.

About E.M. Powell

E.M. Powell is the author of medieval thriller The Fifth Knight, which was a #1 Amazon Bestseller. Born and raised in the Republic of Ireland into the family of Michael Collins (the legendary revolutionary and founder of the Irish Free State), she now lives in the northwest of England with her husband and daughter and a Facebook-friendly dog. She is a member of the Historical Novel Society (HNS), International Thriller Writers and Romance Writers of America, as well as a reviewer of fiction and nonfiction for the HNS. Find out more by visiting www.empowell.com.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Clemens on January 04, 2021

This amazing historical medieval murder mystery adventure is the 2nd volume of the wonderful "Fifth Knight" series from the Irish author, E.M. Powell. At the beginning of the book you'll find a short phrase by Ezekiel, 21:32, while at the back you'll notice a very well documented Historical Note, whe......more

Goodreads review by Terry on February 13, 2015

Oh what a knight... Sir Benedict Palmer. Having not read the previous book, The Fifth Knight, I was a little apprehensive starting this one, but my concerns were unnecessary. It's probably better to read The Fifth Knight first, but not necessary - this book will stand alone. (I do however plan to go......more

Goodreads review by Wayne on February 13, 2017

A worthy follow up Second books in a series are tricky, but Powell does a fine job. The story is a good followup to the Fifth Knight. Some of the secondary characters don't quite hold up but those are minor quibbles in an exciting, well told story.......more

Goodreads review by David on December 09, 2014

Having read and thoroughly enjoyed The Fifth Knight, i was delighted to receive an advance copy of E.M. Powell's second book about Sir Benedict and Theodosia in exchange for an honest review. This book picks up where the first one finished, with King Henry II paying public penance for the murder of T......more

Goodreads review by Kimberly on January 15, 2015

The Blood of the Fifth Knight by E.M. Powell is definitely my favorite read of the year so far. I know it’s early in the year, but I have a feeling it will remain a front runner, because it was truly a fantastic read. The book held me from beginning until end, and I was completely lost in the lives......more

Quotes

“Both Fifth Knight novels are terrific. Theodosia and Benedict are not merely attractive characters; they are intensely real people. The backdrop – both political and social – in which the two are functioning is true to time and place. This is a romp and a fun read.” —Historical Novels Review

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