Alfred of Wessex, Book One: Inheritance

Alfred of Wessex, Book Two: Vengeance

and now available:

Alfred of Wessex, Book Three: Resistance

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Alfred of Wessex is the story of the youngest brother of the Kings of Wessex, who only centuries later would be known as ‘Alfred the Great’. The first part of the trilogy of historical novels is ‘Alfred of Wessex. Book One: Inheritance‘.

Alfred of Wessex is based around real historical events during the defence of Anglo-Saxon Wessex against the Danes, as raids turned into full-scale invasion in the 9th century viking wars.

In Inheritance, the Anglo-Saxon Kingdoms of Wessex, Mercia, Northumbria and East Anglia face a gathering storm of Danes threatening destruction and occupation.

Amongst all this, the Kingdom of Wessex is split by rivalries. Who should be heir to Alfred’s brother’s Kingdom? The King’s Council of Ealdormen is divided. Powerful voices back King Ethelred’s boys as future Kings, while Alfred, with little experience of war or politics, must decide if he truly wants the Kingship and to become the leader in a series of battles that will decide the future of Wessex.

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Book Two: Vengeance continues the story and the trilogy is completed by Book Three: Resistance.

All three books have been very well received, which I’m grateful for:

“Fantastic series. Really hoping the author does another historical set series. Michael must have a passion for history as it clearly shines through in his great story telling.”

“A historical fiction based on true events of King Alfred the Great and the birth of England. Michael Carden has written a series that is not to be missed.”

“Gripping.”

“Great writing. Pulls you in and you just might learn a little on the way! Alfred of Wessex was a fascinating, very intelligent man. This series is a really great read!“

“Moves along at a fast pace hard to put down.“

“I love historical fiction. This series was so enjoyable. Michael, I hope that you will write more. Thank you for a wonderful read.“

And there are many more reviews here: Reviews

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The books are available as paperbacks, e-books and on Kindle Unlimited.