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After Cilmeri #8
Warden of Time
David takes on a far-reaching conspiracy in Warden of Time ... As both modern man and medieval king, David is committed to transforming medieval England into his own version of Avalon. Not everyone supports his ideals, however, and having offended the pope by welcoming Jews and heretics into England, David is summoned to Canterbury to explain himself. But when information comes to light that reveals the accusations against him have less to do with religion than with power and wealth, David finds himself on familiar ground--and at the center of a conspiracy that stretches from Ireland to Italy. Facing excommunication, a fickle populace, and a rebellion even by his fellow time travelers, he must decide what his throne is worth, and what he's willing to sacrifice to keep it.
319 pages, Paperback
First published October 19, 2014
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Sarah Woodbury
165 books749 followersWith over a million books sold to date, Sarah Woodbury is the author of more than forty novels, all set in medieval Wales. Although an anthropologist by training, and then a full-time homeschooling mom for twenty years, she began writing fiction when the stories in her head overflowed and demanded that she let them out. While her ancestry is Welsh, she only visited Wales for the first time at university. She has been in love with the country, language, and people ever since. She even convinced her husband to give all four of their children Welsh names.
Sarah is a member of the Historical Authors Fiction Cooperative (HFAC), the Historical Novel Society, and Novelists, Inc. (NINC).
She makes her home in Oregon.
Sarah is a member of the Historical Authors Fiction Cooperative (HFAC), the Historical Novel Society, and Novelists, Inc. (NINC).
She makes her home in Oregon.
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March 30, 2015
History comes to life
I didn't feel that this book was quite as outstanding as the others in the series, but the author set the bar rather high from the start. I also was not happy with how dealt with Lee, but since the next book takes up only a month after this one, perhaps we'll still see a more appropriate ending for this character.
I didn't feel that this book was quite as outstanding as the others in the series, but the author set the bar rather high from the start. I also was not happy with how dealt with Lee, but since the next book takes up only a month after this one, perhaps we'll still see a more appropriate ending for this character.
August 12, 2015
Loved it!
I've read all of her books in this series up to this one and each one is intriguing. At first I wasn't sure I was going to like it because it was all from David's point of view but I ended up liking it a lot. It was nice to see it just from the main characters point of view but I did miss the viewpoints of the other characters though. Great story though.
I've read all of her books in this series up to this one and each one is intriguing. At first I wasn't sure I was going to like it because it was all from David's point of view but I ended up liking it a lot. It was nice to see it just from the main characters point of view but I did miss the viewpoints of the other characters though. Great story though.
October 26, 2014
I have enjoyed reading this "Time Travel" themed series.
January 7, 2018
With each new volume of the After Cilmeri series, Sarah Woodbury's plots become more developed, and range further into the history of the Middle Ages. In addition, her characters become richer and more endearing.
Every since I was in the 7th grade when I discovered Edgar Rice Burroughs, whose books truly swept me away, I have been searching for my next all consuming author. Over my 56 years since, I have run across several wonderful writers, but only a few that are as good as Sarah Woodbury.
Every since I was in the 7th grade when I discovered Edgar Rice Burroughs, whose books truly swept me away, I have been searching for my next all consuming author. Over my 56 years since, I have run across several wonderful writers, but only a few that are as good as Sarah Woodbury.
February 20, 2020
King David
Wasn't sure about this one because of the title. However I found this installment of the series refreshing. The adventures are all from David's point of view. Almost as though you, the reader, are sitting in a chair nearby. A castle blown up, murders, Church issues and an invasion of the French king. He talks about how he feels and what he thinks. Really, really enjoyed this perspective!
Wasn't sure about this one because of the title. However I found this installment of the series refreshing. The adventures are all from David's point of view. Almost as though you, the reader, are sitting in a chair nearby. A castle blown up, murders, Church issues and an invasion of the French king. He talks about how he feels and what he thinks. Really, really enjoyed this perspective!
August 3, 2017
I love this series. There is always someone giving this poor family a problem. I love the fact that they can time travel even though they can't control it. I can't wait to read the next book in this series.
April 30, 2023
4.5 Loving this series ( from book 1 on!) Dr.Who meets Outlander in this speculative, alternate history. I want to binge all the episodes and worth a re-read too. Some clever interweaving of modern and historical.
July 7, 2023
I must admit I liked this better than the previous 2, maybe because time travel was kept to a minimum, and real history very skillfully interwoven with imagined history. I will have to wait until my next holiday to read on. This is really a very good series.
July 22, 2017
The Series Continues To Be Interesting
Very interesting g to view the intrigues and life of the Middle Ages through the eyes of a modern contemporary.
Very interesting g to view the intrigues and life of the Middle Ages through the eyes of a modern contemporary.
March 31, 2018
As always. Good fun.
December 15, 2020
Great story
Liked this instalment. Hearing about the Dover area. The explosion was unexpected. Onto the next book.
Xx enjoyed series xxx.
Liked this instalment. Hearing about the Dover area. The explosion was unexpected. Onto the next book.
Xx enjoyed series xxx.
February 9, 2022
Wardens
Once again, I also loved this book, as well as the previous nine.it was well thought out....but it was almost believable...a/p griffith
Once again, I also loved this book, as well as the previous nine.it was well thought out....but it was almost believable...a/p griffith
February 11, 2023
4 stars. Good book with a few twists in the overall story arc.
May 7, 2023
I truly love time travel books...
April 18, 2024
This series reads like one nice long book. I love it like this. Some series books jump around or go to the next generation which I don’t always like.
September 6, 2017
Why are we in first person?
This is book ten and the overwhelming majority of the series is in 3rd person limited. It is jarring to switch pov conventions and for the first part of this book I kept mentally switching back to the old way. I also missed the other povs since this is the only book in the series to date which stays entirely in one characters head.
That being said the plot was good and I'm glad to see the bus load of time travelers causing problems. Lee should have been introed in the previous book because we get a lot of 'as you know' exposition in regards to him.
The political, action, etc worked and if it weren't for the pesky pov change it would get 5 stars.
This is book ten and the overwhelming majority of the series is in 3rd person limited. It is jarring to switch pov conventions and for the first part of this book I kept mentally switching back to the old way. I also missed the other povs since this is the only book in the series to date which stays entirely in one characters head.
That being said the plot was good and I'm glad to see the bus load of time travelers causing problems. Lee should have been introed in the previous book because we get a lot of 'as you know' exposition in regards to him.
The political, action, etc worked and if it weren't for the pesky pov change it would get 5 stars.
April 14, 2018
I just recently started reading the After Cilmeri Series and I LOVE everything about it. I read all 12 books in 2 weeks and can't wait for the next one to arrive on my kindle next month.
May 14, 2023
Warden of Time
After Cilmeri series, Book 8
Sarah Woodbury, author
Another winning story for Ms. Woodbury in her famed series.
King David finds himself having to travel to meet with the Pope to explain his recent actions of allowing Jews and others into England. David has discovered he has adversaries among his own people, as well as those not liking his rule from those who are against him. Will he be able to explain himself and thus resume his reign over England with a minimal support of the English people?
I listened to the audible version of this book. The narrator does an excellent job with the narration.
I really enjoy this series and fine it very enjoyable. High praises for Ms. Woodbury with her imagination in rewriting the English history via time travel from the current world.
After Cilmeri series, Book 8
Sarah Woodbury, author
Another winning story for Ms. Woodbury in her famed series.
King David finds himself having to travel to meet with the Pope to explain his recent actions of allowing Jews and others into England. David has discovered he has adversaries among his own people, as well as those not liking his rule from those who are against him. Will he be able to explain himself and thus resume his reign over England with a minimal support of the English people?
I listened to the audible version of this book. The narrator does an excellent job with the narration.
I really enjoy this series and fine it very enjoyable. High praises for Ms. Woodbury with her imagination in rewriting the English history via time travel from the current world.
November 8, 2015
The latest continuation of King David of England, Prince of Wales, late of Avalon blends a fabulous mix of 21st century "reality" and medieval "fantasy" with some retelling of some fascinating suggests of real history. The story stands alone but is best for readers of the entire series. if you do read this first, I'm sure (supposing you like it) that you'll want to read them all.
One if the bus travellers goes rogue and creates mayhem for David and his people while intrigue among other power players of the day serve to complicate ...everything
One if the bus travellers goes rogue and creates mayhem for David and his people while intrigue among other power players of the day serve to complicate ...everything
January 10, 2015
I. Love Time travel books
This series is a wonderful. Twist on the time travel theory. Sarah Woodbury uses history and fictional characters and times to make up this unique story. I love the way she gives the historical background at the end of every book.
I will continue to read Sarah's book.
This series is a wonderful. Twist on the time travel theory. Sarah Woodbury uses history and fictional characters and times to make up this unique story. I love the way she gives the historical background at the end of every book.
I will continue to read Sarah's book.
November 21, 2014
Last book was disappointing. Ending wasn't good. Author should have stop w/book Ashes of time.
This book is all about King David. You don't read anything about Meg or Llywelyn. Not even much about Anna and her family. Too much politics & religious issues.
This book is all about King David. You don't read anything about Meg or Llywelyn. Not even much about Anna and her family. Too much politics & religious issues.
February 6, 2024
David has to deal with a papal legate, two dead time travelers, one traitorous time traveler and a possible invasion of England by Phillip of France. Just another day in the life of the King of England.
December 1, 2014
Warden of Time
While Warden of Time was as well written as the rest of Sarah Woodbury After Climeri Series, it didn't move as quickly or excitingly as her previous books.
While Warden of Time was as well written as the rest of Sarah Woodbury After Climeri Series, it didn't move as quickly or excitingly as her previous books.
February 2, 2015
This is my least favorite book in the series. I am hoping if there is another that it is better. I missed the heart stopping action moving from world to world. I felt cheated somehow.
July 12, 2019
Couldn't put it down!
January 26, 2017
Great Series!
Another great book in the series by Sarah Woodbury. The intrigue and characters are awesome! Start with the book in the series and enjoy...
Another great book in the series by Sarah Woodbury. The intrigue and characters are awesome! Start with the book in the series and enjoy...
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