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In her dreams, a voice whispers to her. The voice tells her she is destined to wield a legendary sword and that her path will lead to greatness. It says the way forward lies in the handsome Viking set on winning her heart, but only if she unravels the mystery hanging over her first.
Waking up to a burned out village where everyone has been slaughtered, is nothing short of a nightmare for Sable. In an instant, every hope she had for the future has disappeared, along with her one true love who is lost somewhere at sea. But survival is just the beginning of an incredible adventure that will take her across mighty oceans, through many storms, and into the paths of murdering undesirables as she embarks on a journey to find the man she loves and unravel the mystery that surrounds her.
With great loss comes great determination and none more than Sable, even if it is painted with blood, strewn with bodies and scattered with the pieces of her own broken heart.
Deliciously epic, fans of Vikings, The Last Kingdom, and The Mists of Avalon will relish Sable - The Kingdom of Durundal
★★★★★ The scenes are written with such realism, incredible talent and unique insight, it blasts this sparkling jewel to life.
★★★★★ Magic and gods, vikings and dragons - this is a must read for all.
★★★★★ If you enjoy Viking stories, then you will love this.
★★★★★ Romance, action, adventure, history, mythology, folklore, magic ... and dragons!!! This book has it all and you don't want to miss it.
★★★★★ Breathtakingly Beautiful. Loved every minute of it. Can't wait for Sagitta.
Waking up to a burned out village where everyone has been slaughtered, is nothing short of a nightmare for Sable. In an instant, every hope she had for the future has disappeared, along with her one true love who is lost somewhere at sea. But survival is just the beginning of an incredible adventure that will take her across mighty oceans, through many storms, and into the paths of murdering undesirables as she embarks on a journey to find the man she loves and unravel the mystery that surrounds her.
With great loss comes great determination and none more than Sable, even if it is painted with blood, strewn with bodies and scattered with the pieces of her own broken heart.
Deliciously epic, fans of Vikings, The Last Kingdom, and The Mists of Avalon will relish Sable - The Kingdom of Durundal
★★★★★ The scenes are written with such realism, incredible talent and unique insight, it blasts this sparkling jewel to life.
★★★★★ Magic and gods, vikings and dragons - this is a must read for all.
★★★★★ If you enjoy Viking stories, then you will love this.
★★★★★ Romance, action, adventure, history, mythology, folklore, magic ... and dragons!!! This book has it all and you don't want to miss it.
★★★★★ Breathtakingly Beautiful. Loved every minute of it. Can't wait for Sagitta.
310 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 25, 2021
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About the author
S.E. Turner
12 books90 followersInspired by the Celts, driven by folklore, roused by mythology, I bring you the Kingdom of Durundal. Weaved with threads of magic, mystery and romance, this 12-part, award-winning series, will have something for everyone. We start the journey with A Hare in the Wilderness, where Ajeya is the cursed child of an ancient prophecy, and it's her life and destiny that is explored over the course of 12 books.
Each book brings in a new character with his or her own tale but they are all pivotal to the plot. As the books evolve you will discover more about the main characters: the good and the bad, the protagonists and the antagonists - particularly who they really are; or, perhaps more interestingly, who they become. The books are best read consecutively, and it is only by reading all 12 in the series, you will see how each of the characters affect the future of Durundal, and ultimately, the destiny of Ajeya.
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July 10, 2022
Another great addition to the series. Sable is a strong woman. She's suffered a great tragedy, but still she perseveres and hopes for a better future.
The story has a lot of historical elements that give you a "softer" look at the lives of Vikings. And there's enough magical elements to make the fantasy element work. I always enjoy learning about the culture, and the folklore adds to the belief systems.
One thing I enjoy about these stories is that they can all be read independently of one another, but they also tie in to each other nicely. The timeline of the series is not sequential, but this works. You get "ah-ha" moments when you discover something new about characters from earlier books. I love how it keeps the story fresh and exciting, keeping me wondering what new things I will discover.
The story has a lot of historical elements that give you a "softer" look at the lives of Vikings. And there's enough magical elements to make the fantasy element work. I always enjoy learning about the culture, and the folklore adds to the belief systems.
One thing I enjoy about these stories is that they can all be read independently of one another, but they also tie in to each other nicely. The timeline of the series is not sequential, but this works. You get "ah-ha" moments when you discover something new about characters from earlier books. I love how it keeps the story fresh and exciting, keeping me wondering what new things I will discover.
September 7, 2021
I love the way the author weaves together mythology, adventures, tragedy and hope in SABLE - all done with finess and in a way that inspires and ties up loose ends. Even if you haven't read the other books in the Kingdom of Durundal series, you'll enjoy SABLE's story, but if you have, it will be a treat to hear the rest of the story as revealed in both seques and prequel. The story begins in tragedy, but quickly becomes a testament to the resilency and determination of the human spirit. There are surprises, wonders, dangers, and triumphs to keep you riveted to each page. A wonderful next addition to the Kingdom of Durundal books. I highly recommend the entire series.
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