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Hawkwood's Voyage (Monarchies of God) (Paperback)

by Paul Kearney (Author)
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)

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Product details

  • Paperback: 384 pages
  • Publisher: Orion; New edition edition (24 Oct 1996)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0575600349
  • ISBN-13: 978-0575600348
  • Product Dimensions: 17.8 x 10.9 x 3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 153,783 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Product Description

A ship appeared 100 years ago in the waters off the Hebrionese coast. None on board her survived, but now, when the Western world is in flames, and the faithful are warring amongst themselves, an ancient logbook from the ship of the dead tells of a free land across the Western ocean.


About the Author

Paul Kearney was born and grew up in Northern Ireland. He lived for some years in Copenhagen, then spent two years in America before returning to Britain in 1998. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent epic fantasy series., 23 Oct 2001
This novel is set in a fantasy world somewhat similar to medieval Europe. It vividly portrays the competing religious and political powers in the storylines of several participants from uncommon soldiers, monks, royalty, sailors and (here's the fantasy element)wizards. My only complaint is that the storyline of Hawkwood's voyage to find a new land is the least gripping.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A tale of empires and the men behind them, 20 Aug 2002
A highly recommended book (and series for that matter). The only reason I haven't given it 5 stars, is that the comparison that springs to mind is George R. R. Martin's Clash of Kings. Hawkwood's Voyage offers the same in terms of scope but George Martin delivers more detail and deals will a larger cast. That said, this is a great and engrossing read and Paul Kearney delivers the story at breakneck speed. After reading this and the other books in the series, I'm amazed at how much he manages to pack into every chapter. So if you found Clash of Kings or the like a bit slow, add a star!

There are two main storylines in the series. The first deals with a clash of empires which parallels Europe's history enough to be familar (which helps the imagination fill in the details that Paul Kearney can't cover given the breakneck pace) but for me was the most gripping of the two tales. This is pretty much pure tactics and brute force; little scorcery creeps in.

If you like you fantasy, magic heavy, not to worry, Paul Kearney covers both bases. The "title" storyline involves a sea voyage undertaken by persecuted users of magic ... While this is the tale the title refers, it difficult to appreciate in just this single novel, as it plays a much larger role in the series.

This book and the rest of the series is worthwhile addition to your library!

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2 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Great stuff- fast-moving, exhilarating, a terrific read., 5 Mar 2000
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Let me put it this way...it's intoxicating. However,if up until this point you have been reading Gemmil or Kay,then turn away...or you'll suddenly realize how dull they are compared to this young writer...
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5.0 out of 5 stars Imaginative and gripping fantasy series - superb!
The whole of the Monarchies of God series is excellent and deserves to put Paul Kearney into the big league of fantasy writers. Read more
Published on 6 Jan 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, hard hitting, fantasy
Paul Kearney, comes close to Elizbeth Moon in his gripping detail of fantasy wars. The book has 3 main story lines, a war, a ship voyage and a Kings attempt to hold his throne... Read more
Published on 6 Nov 1998

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