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A Column of Fire

A Kingsbridge Novel

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A Column of Fire

Written by: Ken Follett
Narrated by: John Lee
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The page-turning historical saga that began in The Pillars of the Earth and World Without End, which now continues with Ken Follett's magnificent, masterful A Column of Fire.

A World in Turmoil

1558, and Europe is in revolt as religious hatred sweeps the continent. Elizabeth Tudor has ascended to the throne but she is not safe in this dangerous new world. There are many who would see her removed, not least Mary Queens of Scots, who lies in wait in Paris.

A New Order

Elizabeth determines to set up a new secret service: a group of resourceful spies and courageous agents entrusted to keep her safe and in power. As she searches for those who will make the difference, one man stands out.

A Man Who Would Die for His Queen

For Ned Willard the opportunity to serve his queen is God-sent. He cannot stay in Kingsbridge and watch the love of his life marry another, and as fires burn and extremism begins to spark throughout Europe, Ned makes his choice. He will spend his life protecting his monarch from the tyrants who aim to destroy her or die trying . . .

 Genre Fiction Historical Historical Romance Renaissance Sagas Suspense Thriller & Suspense

Critic Reviews

Follett's storytelling skills make their adventures riveting
Deploying a substantial cast of characters, Follett unrolls a familiar history of religious and political ferment and turns it into accessible and enjoyable fiction
This triumphant saga, begun almost 30 years ago with The Pillars Of The Earth, moves across England to Scotland, France and the New World
A sumptuous slice of swashbuckling Elizabethan romance
The characters, both fictional and real, are fascinating, and the Tudor period setting holds its own special allure. This is a novel that fans of historical fiction will savour and cherish
A huge read, perfect for long winter nights
A thundering ride through history
Follett has once more lit the touch paper of English history and allowed it to explode across the pages in in all its vivid technicolour
All stars
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I have liked all three books of The Pillers of the Earth, it's great experience, the first part is close to my heart..

Great story and Narration

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It was insanely good. The depth and the coverage of the stories and characters is insane. Beyond wild. Just loved it

Fiction + real people

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Loved it... l ived it. the narrators voice was so captivating, I was hooked to the last word.

gorgeous trip to a large far far away

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Excellent performance a great ending to a trilogy. I look forward to reading/listening to more Follett

Best performance

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History came alive through the story and it was narrated with the right modulation and intonation
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clear narration

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