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Devil's Brood

The Henry II Trilogy, Book 3

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Devil's Brood

By: Sharon Kay Penman
Narrated by: Anne Flosnik
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AD 1172. Henry II’s three eldest sons conspire against him and align themselves with his greatest enemy, King Louis of France, but it’s Eleanor of Aquitaine’s involvement in the plot to overthrow her husband that proves to be the harshest betrayal. As a royal family collapses and a marriage ends in all but name, the clash between these two strong-willed and passionate souls will have far-reaching and devastating consequences throughout Christendom.

Devil’s Brood, a breathtaking and sweeping epic of a family at its breaking point, shows how two monumental figures once bound by all-consuming love became the bitterest of adversaries.

©2020 Sharon Kay Penman (P)2020 Penguin Audio Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Fiction Political Sagas Marriage Royalty Middle Ages

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“[Sharon Kay] Penman does a remarkable job of depicting passionate, dramatic characters and the perilous times in which they live. For those who like their historical fiction as complex and tightly woven as a medieval tapestry, this book cannot fail to please.” (Library Journal, starred review)

“Teeming with characters and authentic period detail, the novel is part splendid pageant and part history lecture.” (Booklist)

“Penman writes about the medieval world and its people with vigor, compassion and clarity.” (San Francisco Chronicle)
Captivating Storytelling • Historical Accuracy • Excellent Narration • Brilliant Writing • Detailed Research
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Excellent story. Entertaining. So much emotion. Great writing. Great narration. I highly recommend this audiobook.

Fantastic

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The book brought to life and gave a glimpse of a family that was filled with turmoil and intrigue! No modern family drama comes close to what Henry and his brood endured!

Sharon’s writings brings to life Henry and his family in a fascinating way! She treats all family members fairly!

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I love the story, the detail given each character was wonderful. Great research by the writer.

Captivating

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This was an excellent conclusion to the trilogy of King Henry!! Loved every bit of every book. Think the first one is still my favorite one but all of them are very good and very informative! As always I love her touch at the end touching on all the spots where she took creative liberties for the story sake and actual accounts historically. Will always be a fan of her historical novels! Keep them coming Sharon!!

Sharon Did It Again

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Thoroughly enjoyed this audio book about Henry II and the renowned Eleanor of Aquitaine - a well researched and captivating read!

Excellent historical fiction

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So interesting and informative I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in learning more about English history

Wonderful writer

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Sometimes difficult for me to read, but brilliant book, does not shy away from the astounding truth of the bitter Angevin family feud. I’d say most of the time a family waits until at least one of the parents is dead to splinter. Not so with this King, Queen and princelings. Amazed at how Penman marches straight forward, piercing my middle child, mother’s heart. Excellent.

Unflinching—the real life GOT

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Enjoyed. The King never seemed to learn how to get along with his sons. With having so many sons, the betrayal between sons and father grew a tad monotonous.

Historical accuracy enhances this book

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I have to admit this kept me up until 1:00 or 2:00 a.m. several nights a week. I swore I would only listen to an hour before I sleep and then I would find myself at 2:00 a.m. extending the snooze feature on audible.
highly recommend this series easily some of the best historical fiction I've ever listened to. downloading the next book as I write this.

best historical fiction I've heard.

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Enjoyed the whole series.
Not a fan of the narrator. Voice sounded like it was faked husky sounding.

Enjoyed the series

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