The Amber Treasure - Softcover

Denning, Richard

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0956810314 ISBN 13: 9780956810311

Publisher: Mercia Books, 2011

Synopsis

Cerdic is the nephew of a great warrior who died the hero of the 6th century Anglo-Saxon country of Deira. Growing up in a quiet village, he dreams of the glories of battle and of one day writing his name into the sagas. He experiences the true horrors of war, however, when his home is attacked, his sister kidnapped, his family betrayed and his uncle's legendary sword stolen. Cerdic is thrown into the struggles that will determine the future of 6th century Britain and must show courageous leadership and overcome treachery, to save his kingdom, rescue his sister and return home with his uncle's sword. The Amber Treasure is historical fiction set in the chaotic, bloody years of the late 6th century. This is the first novel in a series entitled "Northern Crown" which shows, through the eyes of Cerdic, the rise to greatness of the Kingdom of Northumbria. It is a journey that involves treachery, murder, great courage and epic battles.

About this title

From the Author:

I find this time period fascinating. 

The period of history following the departure of Roman troops from Britain in about the year 416 and lasting until the reign of Alfred the Great almost five hundred years later, represent the most poorly documented in the history of Britain. Enormous changes overtook the Island. Large parts of the country passed from the domination of one race to a completely different one. Place names, history, culture and language were swept away. Invasions, battles and wanton destruction raged across the land as never before, or after. 

In this time, there would have been heroes and villains. Legends would have arisen. Folk would have spoken with familiarity of battles and warlords, as we today talk of celebrities and sports teams. Amongst all this, normal people lived normal lives. People were born and died. They lived and loved, as we do today. 

Yet we know almost nothing about these people. That seems unfair to me - so I decided to write a fiction set in this time. Hope you enjoy it.

About the Author:

Richard Denning works as a GP in the West Midlands. He has always been fascinated by historical settings
as well as horror and fantasy. Other than writing, his main interests are games of all types. He is the designer
of a board game based on the Great Fire of London. He is married with two children.
 
Author website: richarddenning.co.uk

About this edition

• Publisher: Mercia Books
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 0956810314
• ISBN 13: 9780956810311
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 310