Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Robert the bruce, insurrection trilogy book 2 authors. Robert the bruce, insurrection trilogy book 3 authors. The king of scotland rides out from edinburgh into the stormy night. Aug 01, 2011 before reading this book, robert the bruce was just a name to me and a part of the history of scotland.
Read books for free from anywhere and from any device. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Insurrection is not a short book be prepared for a sizeable read but, given that, the story races by at such pace that it seems much shorter. This sense of mystery is augmented by arthurian legend, prophesies, curses and an old crone weaving the future. Insurrection insurrection trilogy, book 1 by robyn young. Kingdom insurrection trilogy by robyn young librarything. Buy insurrection by robyn young from waterstones today. Read it and finally push the hollywood glam of braveheart.
The much awaited finale to the insurrection trilogy has been named. Robyn young the year is 1286 and scotland is in the grip of one of the worst winters in living memory. Robyn young books list of books by author robyn young. As the nobles fight over succession, a boy grows to manhood in a divided land, in a family torn apart by ambition and betrayal. Hcdj 2010 insurrection by robyn young signed uk 1st edition. Robyn was in may 2007, recognized as one of the twentyfive waterstones the authors of the future, she was selected from a hundred authors nominated by literary agents, publishers and agents. This is a listing for a hcdj 2010 insurrection by robyn young signed uk 1 st edition. Robert the bruce, insurrection trilogy book 1 by robyn young the first book in the insurrection trilogy, which tells the thrilling story of robert the bruce. Buy insurrection by robyn young 9780340963661 from boomerang books, australias online independent bookstore.
Her first novel, brethren, was the bestselling hardback debut novel of 2006, with the paperback also going straight into the top ten bestseller list. She has a masters in creative writing from the university of sussex and lives and. Search hello select your address select your address. Our cheap used books come with free delivery in the uk. On top of this robyn young doesnt shy away from describing these charge events without any bloodshed. The second book, renegade is available now and the third, kingdom, will be out this summer. Jan 01, 2012 renegade book two in the insurrection trilogy was another solid offering from bestselling historical fiction author robyn young. Browse robyn youngs bestselling audiobooks and newest titles. There fate decrees to raise a second troy, and found an empire in thy royal line. She is most widely known for her brethren trilogy, set in the middle ages. Renegade book two in the insurrection trilogy was another solid offering from bestselling historical fiction author robyn young. In robyns other novel, crusade, like brethren follows the story of will and baybars. Insurrection insurrection trilogy, book 1 by robyn young book cover, description, publication history. Insurrection by robyn young there was a book i read this year, not insurrection, a different one.
The sequel to robyn young s insurrection and renegade will be called kingdom and will be published in uk on june 5, 2014, which, according to the author, will coincide in the month of the 700th anniversary of the battle of bannockburn. At its violent heart is edward of england, who leads his men under the banner of the dragon, a potent reference to the legendary king arthur. Robyn s books have been written in nineteen different languages and published in twentytwo countries. In this first novel, beginning in 1286, we meet robert as a young boy in a scotland torn apart by the sudden and unexpected death. She has a masters in creative writing from the university of sussex and lives and writes in brighton fulltime. She brings the characters of history to life whilst capturing the atmosphere of the period. Scotland is in the grip of the worst winter in living memor. Oct 14, 2010 robyn young was born in oxford and grew up in the midlands and devon. Oct 06, 2010 first book of a sweeping trilogy from the fastestgrowing author in historical fiction robyn young who is now closing on iggulden and cornwell for bookscan sales. The death of alexander iii of scotland sets the scene for this historical adventure. Robyn young is the author of the brethren trilogy about the knights templar, which has sold more than a million copies worldwide, and the insurrection trilogy, which began in insurrection and rebellion.
Insurrection robyn young haftad 9780340963661 bokus. Civil war threatens as powerful scottish families jostle for power, not knowing that king edward of england, driven by an ancient prophecy, ha. The book was named book of the year by the bild a german newspaper and got in the new york top twenty publications. May 20, 2014 insurrection is the first in a trilogy telling the story of robert the bruce, who was king of scotland in the 14th century. The book brethren set in the ninth and last crusade describes a young teenage boy, who starts as a sergeant and is promoted to become a full knight templar.
Also by robyn young the insurrection trilogy insurrection renegade the brethren trilogy brethren crusade requiem kingdom robyn young uk first. Insurrection is the first novel in robyn youngs insurrection trilogy, her fourth book overall, published on 14 october 2010 through hodder and stoughton. Insurrection insurrection trilogy book 1 by robyn young for. Before reading this book, robert the bruce was just a name to me and a part of the history of scotland. Click to read more about kingdom insurrection trilogy by robyn young. Robyn young is the internationally bestselling author of the brethren and insurrection trilogies and forthcoming series new world rising. Scotland is in the grip of the worst winter in living memory. Insurrection is the first book in robyn young s latest trilogy based on the life of robert bruce. Insurrection is the first novel in robyn young s insurrection trilogy, her fourth book overall, published on 14 october 2010 through hodder and stoughton. The book is set in the period of edward i, the hammer of the scots, and deals with the quelling of insurrection in wales, and in scotland. In the dusty heat of french fields, knights battle for supremacy in a fierce tournament. Insurrection is a great book, even if youre not aware of the historical underlay of the story. An exciting and involving story, very well written, the book should find a place on your shelves.
Use search by author, title or series to find more. The crusade is loaded with medieval atmosphere and intriguing actions. Insurrection trilogy book 1 by robyn young, in very good condition. First book of a sweeping trilogy from the fastestgrowing author in historical fiction robyn young who is now closing on iggulden and. Insurrection by robyn young overdrive rakuten overdrive. As heir to the throne, edward has a vision for his future kingdom that will change the face of britain forever. Robyn young reveals third insurrection trilogy book entitled. His name is robert the bruce, and his story begins in insurrection. Her first novel, brethren, was the bestselling hardback debut novel of 2006, with. She demonstrates a vast knowledge of a complex story of family feuds, changing alliances, and war, all told with a great deal of faith to recorded history. She currently lives and writes full time in brighton. Her first novel, brethren, was the bestselling hardback debut. Kingdom insurrection trilogy, book 3 by robyn young. I have read robyn young s series on the templars, with rather mixed feelings, as she can be very wordy, so i thought i would try her new novel as a talking book.
Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction. I liked the brethren trilogy so i was looking forward to reading this book as well. Insurrection by robyn young 9780340963661 boomerang books. Listen to books in audio format instead of reading. These added descriptions on top of the world and the characters gave me the true medieval setting.
Robert the bruce, insurrection trilogy book 1 insurrection trilogy series by robyn young. Renegade insurrection trilogy, book 2 by robyn young book cover, description, publication history. The book finally went through and was published by hodder and stoughton in 2006. Insurrection is the first part in robyn youngs trilogy about robert the bruce. Buy a cheap copy of insurrection book by robyn young. Insurrection insurrection trilogy book 1 by robyn young. Oct 14, 2010 buy insurrection insurrection trilogy by robyn young from amazons fiction books store. Insurrection trilogy book 1 9780340963647 by robyn young and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Discover more authors youll love listening to on audible. It detailed many of the more interesting events that took place during the lifetime of robert bruce and i am sure you will be moved by the way the author has presented them. The story is based on the exploits of the historical robert the bruce. Insurrection by robyn young, 9780340963661, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures.
Robyn young was born in oxford and grew up in the midlands and devon. Renegade insurrection trilogy, book 2 by robyn young. Robyn young must now be considered among the masters of historical fiction with her continuing saga of robert the bruce and the struggles between scotland and england. Robyn young really knows her subject and has the ability to weave fact into fiction and produce an interesting, very readable novel. Robert the bruce, insurrection trilogy book 1 later printing by young, robyn isbn. Insurrection is the first book in robyn youngs latest trilogy based on the life of robert bruce.
Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. As alexander left no heirs, the challengers to the vacant throne scramble forward. Download read insurrection 2010 by robyn young in pdf. Young does not disappoint, spinning a tale of adventure and political intrigue set against the backdrop of king edward is welsh and scottish campaigns. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The first book in the insurrection trilogy, which tells the thrilling story of robert the bruce. Features fullscreen sharing embed analytics article stories visual stories seo. It is very atmospheric, and robyn young adds an element of mystery to some of the deaths by suggesting foul play. Civil war threatens as powerful scottish families fight over the throne.
On the road he is murdered by one of his own men, leaving the succession to the throne wide open. Robyn young born in oxford in september 1975 is an english author of historical fiction. Just read insurrection by robyn young just finished reading insurrection by robyn young, which is the first book of the insurrection trilogy, and what a great read it was too. Slight damage to front cover dust jacket but otherwise the book is intact and in very good condition ad id.
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