
Titles in This Set
Death of Kings
The Pagan Lord
The Empty Throne
Warriors of the Storm
The Flame Bearer
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9789526511337
Publisher: HarperCollins
Overview
Step into the brutal, brilliant world of Bernard Cornwell's Warrior Chronicles, also known as The Last Kingdom Series, with this five-book paperback set spanning Books 6 through 10: Death of Kings, The Pagan Lord, The Empty Throne, Warriors of the Storm, and The Flame Bearer. Following warrior Uhtred of Bebbanburg through shifting alliances, Viking invasions, and the fragile birth of a unified England, this collection delivers Cornwell's signature blend of researched history and battlefield action. Fans of the Netflix adaptation and newcomers alike will find this set a perfect way to continue Uhtred's saga, one gripping installment at a time.
About the Books
Across these five novels, Bernard Cornwell continues one of historical fiction's most acclaimed sagas, tracing Uhtred of Bebbanburg's turbulent path through the late ninth and early tenth centuries as the separate Saxon kingdoms edge toward becoming a single England. Death of Kings opens the set as Alfred the Great's reign nears its end, forcing Uhtred to weigh old loyalties against the ambitions of a new generation of rulers. The Pagan Lord finds him branded an outcast, pursuing a private war for his stolen birthright at Bebbanburg while Viking forces mass in the north. The Empty Throne raises the stakes further as rival heirs contest the crown of Mercia, dragging Uhtred into treacherous court politics and open warfare. Warriors of the Storm sends him from coastal raids into pivotal battles that will decide the fate of Mercia and Northumbria alike, while The Flame Bearer finally brings Uhtred's decades-long quest to reclaim his ancestral fortress to a head. Throughout the set, Cornwell balances intimate characterization with sweeping, meticulously researched depictions of Dark Age warfare, court intrigue, and the shifting borders of early England. Uhtred remains one of fiction's most compelling antiheroes: pagan by faith, Saxon by birth, Viking by upbringing, and stubbornly loyal only to his own code of honor. Readers who enjoy Ken Follett, Conn Iggulden, or the Netflix series The Last Kingdom will find these five novels a satisfying, self-contained stretch of the saga, rich with the texture of ninth- and tenth-century Britain and propelled by Cornwell's trademark narrative momentum.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Death of Kings — As Alfred the Great's reign draws to a close, Uhtred must decide where his loyalty truly lies while Danish threats close in from every border.
The Pagan Lord — Branded an outcast and pagan by the church, Uhtred sails north to reclaim his birthright as Viking leader Cnut Longsword threatens war.
The Empty Throne — With two kings claiming the throne of Mercia, Uhtred is pulled into a violent power struggle that could reshape the balance of England.
Warriors of the Storm — Coastal raids and shifting alliances thrust Uhtred into pivotal battles that will determine the fates of Mercia and Northumbria.
The Flame Bearer — After decades of exile, Uhtred finally sets his sights on retaking Bebbanburg, the fortress stolen from him by his treacherous uncle.
About the Author
Bernard Cornwell is an internationally bestselling British author renowned for his historical fiction, including the Warrior Chronicles (The Last Kingdom Series), the Sharpe novels, and the Grail Quest trilogy. Born in London in 1944, he moved to the United States after meeting his American wife and, unable to obtain a work permit, began writing novels instead. His Last Kingdom saga, chronicling the birth of England through the eyes of Uhtred of Bebbanburg, has become a major Netflix television series. Cornwell is celebrated for pairing rigorous historical research with propulsive, cinematic storytelling that has earned him a devoted global readership.
Why You'll Love This Set
A must-have for historical fiction fans, this five-book paperback set makes a fantastic gift for birthdays, holidays, or any Bernard Cornwell reader looking to continue Uhtred's story. Compact, durable, and perfect for a classroom library, book club, or your own shelf, it's an ideal way to gift or gather Books 6-10 of the beloved saga in one go.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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