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The Road to Hastings #2
The Promises of a King
Some promises should never be broken.AD 1055. With the crisis of 1051 long behind them and finally coming to terms with the death of Sweyn, the Godwin family’s influence across England is growing. Harold enjoys a position of trust with King Edward and the country is at peace, but Edward knows that he needs an heir before it is too late.
In Hungary, there is one potential heir with royal blood running through his veins, but before he can be contacted another king, much closer to home, rises to power, and Harold finds himself torn between diplomacy and violence to maintain the peace.
With King Edward relying on him more and more, Harold travels to Normandy to find the two hostages still missing after many years. But while there, he uncovers a situation far more dangerous than any threat from the Welsh king...
With England now being torn apart by internal politics, can Harold forge unity amongst his fellow nobles before it is too late?
The gripping next step along the road to Hastings, perfect for fans of Conn Iggulden.
In Hungary, there is one potential heir with royal blood running through his veins, but before he can be contacted another king, much closer to home, rises to power, and Harold finds himself torn between diplomacy and violence to maintain the peace.
With King Edward relying on him more and more, Harold travels to Normandy to find the two hostages still missing after many years. But while there, he uncovers a situation far more dangerous than any threat from the Welsh king...
With England now being torn apart by internal politics, can Harold forge unity amongst his fellow nobles before it is too late?
The gripping next step along the road to Hastings, perfect for fans of Conn Iggulden.
- GenresHistorical Fiction
327 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 19, 2022
About the author
K.M. Ashman
59 books241 followersKevin Ashman is the author of twenty-six novels including the best-selling Roman Chronicles and highly ranked Medieval Sagas.
Always pushing the boundaries he found further success with the India Sommers Mysteries as well as three other stand-alone projects, Vampire, Savage Eden and the dystopian horror story, The Last Citadel. These cross-genre books have now been added to by the two Sci-fi novels, The Legacy Protocol and The Seventh God.
Kevin was born and raised in Wales in the United Kingdom and now writes full time having been signed by a major publishing company. He is married with four grown children and enjoys cycling, swimming and watching rugby as his hobbies.
Recent works include the Blood of Kings trilogy and the follow-up books, Warrior Princess and The Blade Bearer.
The most recent project is a five-book series about the Templars during the 12th century. Templar Steel, Templar Stone, Templar Blood and Templar Fury are already on sale and Templar Glory is due for release in Oct 2021.
An exciting project is also underway, a three-book series chronicling the years leading up to and beyond the Battle of Hastings.
Always pushing the boundaries he found further success with the India Sommers Mysteries as well as three other stand-alone projects, Vampire, Savage Eden and the dystopian horror story, The Last Citadel. These cross-genre books have now been added to by the two Sci-fi novels, The Legacy Protocol and The Seventh God.
Kevin was born and raised in Wales in the United Kingdom and now writes full time having been signed by a major publishing company. He is married with four grown children and enjoys cycling, swimming and watching rugby as his hobbies.
Recent works include the Blood of Kings trilogy and the follow-up books, Warrior Princess and The Blade Bearer.
The most recent project is a five-book series about the Templars during the 12th century. Templar Steel, Templar Stone, Templar Blood and Templar Fury are already on sale and Templar Glory is due for release in Oct 2021.
An exciting project is also underway, a three-book series chronicling the years leading up to and beyond the Battle of Hastings.
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August 30, 2026
Edward is becoming unwell and the race to find the next heir is hotting up. Harold sees himself as the only man for the job, William is under the wrongful impression that the crown has been offered to him and Edward Ætheling has been brought back as the one with the strongest family claim. Meanwhile Tostig Godwinson has been abusing his power in Northumbria, causing a peasant's revolt and there's more trouble in Wales. This book takes us right up to the death of Edward.
I have enjoyed both these books enormously and was very sad to see that the final volume has never been put into audio format. The author really brings the characters to life and I have learned a lot about this period from reading the series. I noticed he has other series which I'm looking forward to reading.
I have enjoyed both these books enormously and was very sad to see that the final volume has never been put into audio format. The author really brings the characters to life and I have learned a lot about this period from reading the series. I noticed he has other series which I'm looking forward to reading.
August 14, 2022
This series is great. I didn't know much about the events of 1066 and with the victor being called William the Conqueror it's easy to fall into an uninformed bias.
Ashman helps to bring a better understanding of who Harold was and what led to him being crowned as king.
The battles are brutal and the adventure is thrilling and although we know what is yo come I can't wait to read the next instalment.
Ashman helps to bring a better understanding of who Harold was and what led to him being crowned as king.
The battles are brutal and the adventure is thrilling and although we know what is yo come I can't wait to read the next instalment.
May 22, 2022
I have found a new author to love. I this is book 2 in the series. I must read book 1 now. Historical information and background was great. The book kept me hooked page after page. It gives you a good description . Must read.
June 15, 2022
Enthrawling.
The Road to Hastings series has been engrossing and reopening with regard to this period of English history. Brilliant read!
The Road to Hastings series has been engrossing and reopening with regard to this period of English history. Brilliant read!
June 30, 2022
deals with the years before the battle of hastings
February 19, 2024
Great book two
Enjoyed the second volume, another well woven take that keeps you engaged and wanting to continue readin, looking forward to the final book
Enjoyed the second volume, another well woven take that keeps you engaged and wanting to continue readin, looking forward to the final book
May 17, 2022
A good historical fiction, it's a gripping and well written story that kept me hooked. I liked the vivid and well researched historical background and the fleshed out characters.
It's highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
It's highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine
April 27, 2022
I have found a new author to love! This is the second book in the series and it's absolutely fantastic. The story continues and you will find yourself turning page after page until the wee hours of the morning - it's just so hard to stop reading. The author does a brilliant job of not only bringing the characters to life but the world they live in as well. This is historical fiction at its finest. Thanks to Netgalley, the author and publishers for an e-arc in exchange for my honest opinion.
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