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Title: Wars of the Roses

Subtitle: Stormbird

Author: Conn Iggulden

Narrator: John Curless

Format: Unabridged

Length: 16 hrs and 17 mins

Language: English

Release date: 07-08-14

Publisher: Recorded Books

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 194 votes

Genres: Fiction, Historical

Publisher's Summary:

In 1437, the Lancaster king Henry VI ascends the throne of England after years of semi-peaceful regency. Named "The Lamb," Henry is famed more for his gentle and pious nature than his father's famous battlefield exploits; already, his dependence on his closest men has stirred whispers of weakness at court.

A secret truce negotiated with France to trade British territories for a royal bride - Margaret of Anjou - sparks revolts across English territory. The rival royal line, the House of York, sees the chaos brought on by Henry's weakness and with it not only opportunity in the monarch, but also their patriotic duty in ousting an ineffectual king. As storm clouds gather over England, King Henry and his supporters find themselves besieged abroad and at home. Who or what can save the kingdom before it is too late?

Members Reviews:

Excellent!

As ever, Iggulden is a master of research and of embodying characters, both real and imagined. Curless' voices are nuanced and satisfying, like salt to the roast!

Needs much more historical accuracy

Would you try another book from Conn Iggulden and/or John Curless?

No

What was your reaction to the ending? (No spoilers please!)

Meh

Have you listened to any of John Curlesss other performances before? How does this one compare?

Nope

Could you see Wars of the Roses being made into a movie or a TV series? Who should the stars be?

Nope, too inaccurate

Any additional comments?

He fictionalized the Cade Rebellion way beyond poetic license. The citizens of London did the fighting, no Knights or King's troops. Margaret went with Henry too, she wasn't in the Tower during the rebellion. That kind of error shows lack of research and you shouldn't do that in Historical Fiction. It makes me question the whole book and those other he's written.

Great Book for Game of Thrones War of Roses Fans

Would you listen to Wars of the Roses again? Why?

i really liked this book own the whole series and listen to these many times. The story is well known and told so many times that this series brings some new dimensions that gave the story a depth that includes POV characters for the major players , these are well read and entertaining, especially after a first listen.

What other book might you compare Wars of the Roses to and why?

All of the details engaging military and political history are just great.

If you could take any character from Wars of the Roses out to dinner, who would it be and why?

Richard III

Great book

Was a great read, one of the best books I read in a while, narrator was amazing! Onto the next one in series.

History with an interesting twist

If you could sum up Wars of the Roses in three words, what would they be?

broken system power

Who was your favorite character and why?

Dairy, and the queen both wanted the same thing to see Henry V1 same his people

Which scene was your favorite?

Storming of the tower, and the kaos of London under attack

Who was the most memorable character of Wars of the Roses and why?

The king for he was a good hearted man, just had a feeble body

Any additional comments?

I enjoyed the story that added interest in dry historical facts, although the author admits some slight errors to make the story more interesting