Forest of Foes

The Bernicia Chronicles, Book 9

By: Matthew Harffy

Narrated by: Barnaby Edwards

Beobrand finds himself caught between the perilous intrigues of royalty and the Church in this latest thrilling Bernicia Chronicles adventure.

AD 652. Beobrand has been ordered to lead a group of pilgrims to the holy city of Rome. Chief among them is Wilfrid, a novice of the Church with some surprisingly important connections. Taking only Cynan and some of his best men, Beobrand hopes to make the journey through Frankia quickly and return to Northumbria without delay, though the road is long and perilous.

But where Beobrand treads, menace is never far behind. The lands of the Merovingian kings are rife with intrigue. The queen of Frankia is unpopular and her ambitious schemes, though benevolent, have made her powerful enemies. Soon Wilfrid, and Beobrand, are caught up in sinister plots against the royal house.

After interrupting a brutal ambush in a forest, Beobrand and his trusted gesithas find their lives on the line. Dark forces will stop at nothing to seize control of the Frankish throne, and Beobrand is thrown into a deadly race for survival through foreign lands where he cannot be sure who is friend and who is foe.

The only certainty is that if he is to save his men, thwart the plots, and unmask his enemies, blood will flow.

©2022 Matthew Harffy (P)2023 W. F. Howes Ltd

A great story!

Matthew has done it again! Forest of Foes is a great tale of warriors from northern England who travel to what is now known as France, on their way to Rome. They have a few side quests on the way, which slows their progress significantly. I won’t go into too many details, but the ending is very exciting and unexpected. The narrator, Mr. Edwards is one of the best in his business. It is a joy to listen to his narration. It’s also nice to hear Matthew speak for a while at the end of the book. He also has a great podcast called “Rock, Paper, Swords!” along with author Steven A. McKay, where he gives you some background into his writing process and upcoming work. Overall, a wonderful and exciting story!

excellent

another excellent book. I can't wait for the next book of the series. amazing story

Another great book

Another great book can’t wait for the next book to see where this story will keep going

Favorite series of books

I love this genre of historical fiction. I’ve read most of Mr. Harffy’s books and have not found one that I dislike. I know this one was just released but I can’t wait for the next. Long live Beo. Also, Barnaby Edwards is a awesome narrator.

Beo has become too melancholy

Was a risky take on the series but it worked. but if beobrand continues to brood then I’m afraid I’ll have to put down the series. Also, I am hopeful beo’s son will reunite with his father and together they can overcome a great foe