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Tales Of Germania #1
Adalwulf
A young Chatti by the name of Adalwulf rides his stolen horse to the lands of the Marcomanni, hoping to find a ring-giver and a new life. What he finds instead is a mysterious priestess looking for him, his innate ability to fight like a demi-god, and plenty of trouble.
In the era of Augustus, the borders of River Rhenus are waiting for a change. While the Marcomanni have an uneasy peace with Rome, Rome is turning its eye to the north. The feuds of two Goth lords Bero and Hulderic thrust Adalwulf in a desperate quest that will determine not only his future, the fate of a high-born enemy, the life of a woman he loves, but also the future of the whole Marcomanni tribe.
Will Adalwulf succeed in his quest of the Two Swords, even when he has to deal with Leuthard, the beastly champion of the Marcomanni, a strange band of mercenaries led by a murderer, and Roman traitors?
In the era of Augustus, the borders of River Rhenus are waiting for a change. While the Marcomanni have an uneasy peace with Rome, Rome is turning its eye to the north. The feuds of two Goth lords Bero and Hulderic thrust Adalwulf in a desperate quest that will determine not only his future, the fate of a high-born enemy, the life of a woman he loves, but also the future of the whole Marcomanni tribe.
Will Adalwulf succeed in his quest of the Two Swords, even when he has to deal with Leuthard, the beastly champion of the Marcomanni, a strange band of mercenaries led by a murderer, and Roman traitors?
334 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 9, 2016
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January 4, 2017
Great story horrible grammar.
This is easily a 4 1/2 or 5 star story but the grammar is so bad in places it renders the book almost unreadable. The first few chapters are so bad I had a hard time following the story and almost gave up on the book. But it did improve as the book went on. If the author had an editor he needs to find a new one or hire one if he didn't. There are so many instances throughout the book where a word is missing or the wrong word is used I gave up trying to count. I found my self constantly correcting the story as I read. I really detracts from a great story.
This is easily a 4 1/2 or 5 star story but the grammar is so bad in places it renders the book almost unreadable. The first few chapters are so bad I had a hard time following the story and almost gave up on the book. But it did improve as the book went on. If the author had an editor he needs to find a new one or hire one if he didn't. There are so many instances throughout the book where a word is missing or the wrong word is used I gave up trying to count. I found my self constantly correcting the story as I read. I really detracts from a great story.
March 29, 2018
Good read for a fan of historical fiction
Enjoyable, interesting setting, seemed to bring the period to life from a new perspective. longward does a great job fleshing out the culture of a people we know relatively little about.
Enjoyable, interesting setting, seemed to bring the period to life from a new perspective. longward does a great job fleshing out the culture of a people we know relatively little about.
May 29, 2018
Too many masters
Even Adalwulf wanted one master to serve under,he need up with May for the same task. The book was not a bad read
, With many plot thickeners. You will not be mad at reading it.
Even Adalwulf wanted one master to serve under,he need up with May for the same task. The book was not a bad read
, With many plot thickeners. You will not be mad at reading it.
November 8, 2017
brilliant
Fast becoming my favourite author , loved the Germanic series well written stories strong characters , can't wait for the next book
Fast becoming my favourite author , loved the Germanic series well written stories strong characters , can't wait for the next book
January 3, 2018
First book I have read from this author, thought it was decent overall. Slow to start, but when the plot gets going it's very enjoyable. Combat scenes a definite highlight. Recommend.
May 16, 2018
Alaric Longward does it again. Great book. You really need to discover this author if you haven't already!
June 3, 2016
Another epic novel from Mr. Longward, Adalwulf brings us the history of Hulderic's one-day champion. A fitting prequel to the Hraban Chronicles, I enjoyed this addition immensely, as someone who loves to learn about the pasts of characters. Although not my top favorite of Mr. Longward's novels, it was certainly well-written and well-researched, something I definitely look for in historical fiction novels. Well done!
May 26, 2016
Rough Reading
Despite the author's self adulation noted in the epilogue, the ragged details, poor syntax, missing words, and abundance of unnecessary details, the plot was good. T h e story itself started off with confusion and a lack of good organization. Some good action and description. Poor dialogue was found throughout.
Despite the author's self adulation noted in the epilogue, the ragged details, poor syntax, missing words, and abundance of unnecessary details, the plot was good. T h e story itself started off with confusion and a lack of good organization. Some good action and description. Poor dialogue was found throughout.
April 1, 2016
Adalwulf is a story of Germania, set in the era of Augustus. Like the Goth and Hraban Chronicles, this will be a furious adventure soaked with great research, a fair amount of imagination, and heroes and villains you might not always tell apart.
Hope you enjoy it.
Hope you enjoy it.
May 10, 2016
I enjoy reading Alaric Longward's books, they are full of twists and turns, great characters and events! His historical novels are great!
August 1, 2016
An epic adventure, a great read.
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