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The Burning Land

by Bernard Cornwell Book 5 in the The Last Kingdom series.

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As Alfred’s health fails, Uhtred is drawn into renewed war with Danish armies seeking to break Wessex and dominate southern England. A conflict over loyalty and insult drives him away from Alfred’s court, but the threat to Mercia and Wessex prevents him from abandoning the struggle.

The novel follows raids, naval movement and major battle as Uhtred weighs service to Alfred’s kingdom against his ties to Danish warriors. The succession question becomes increasingly urgent as rival leaders prepare for the king’s death.

Historical Periods

Danelaw865–954 CE Alfred the Great and Wessex871–899 CE

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War Fiction

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