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The Pagan Lord (The Saxon Stories, #7)

Bernard Cornwell
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The Pagan Lord (The Saxon Stories, #7)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013

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Bernard Cornwell

The Pagan Lord (The Saxon Stories, #7)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013
Book Details
Pages

303

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

England • 10th Century

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Bernard Cornwell's historical novel, The Pagan Lord, a person named Uhtred fights to reclaim his ancestral lands. Set in a tumultuous period of early medieval England, the narrative explores themes of loyalty, honor, and identity against the backdrop of ongoing conflict between Saxons and Danes.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

44,982 ratings

91%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Bernard Cornwell's The Pagan Lord is generally praised for its gripping narrative and historical accuracy, with dynamic battle scenes and strong character development. However, some reviewers find the pacing uneven and certain plot points predictable. Overall, it engages fans of historical fiction but may not appeal to those seeking more nuanced storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Pagan Lord (The Saxon Stories, #7)?

Readers who enjoy vivid historical fiction with intense battles and rich character development, akin to Conn Iggulden’s Conqueror series or Ken Follett’s The Pillars of the Earth, will be captivated by Bernard Cornwell’s The Pagan Lord. Fans of the TV series The Last Kingdom will also appreciate the continuation of Uhtred’s saga.

4.5

44,982 ratings

91%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

2%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

303

Format

Novel • Fiction

Period
Setting

England • 10th Century

Publication Year

2013

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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