The Empty Throne: A Novel Free Audiobook Download by Bernard Cornwell

'Matt Bates' narrates the story of King Alfred and his struggle to establish the Kingdom of Wessex. Alfred is thrust into a world where he must learn how to be an effective king under Danish rule while fighting against Vikings, Saxons and Danes.

This is the story of Arthur, the last King of England, who must protect his land from invading Saxons. This story is taken from the Welsh texts of Geoffrey of Monmouth, a 12th-century historian, who wrote that he was an acquaintance of Arthur and his father Uther Pendragon.

The Empty Throne is an historical novel that follows the struggles of a family in the time of William the Conqueror. At the centre of this struggle is Robert, eldest son of Hildbert and Matilda who, despite being just fourteen years old, must defend his father's kingdom against his brother William who wants to take it by force.

A strong man is needed to rule the Saxons. A wise king will outwit his enemies and protect his people from the ravages of war. Bernard Cornwell weaves a novel of intrigue, betrayal, and survival, revealing that behind every great power there is often a greater foe.

A novel of the Norman Conquest, The Empty Throne is written as a time-traveling account by an Anglo-Saxon woman, Gytha. Events take place in England and Normandy between 1066 and 1070.

'Matt Bates' is able to portray the various emotions of his characters in this audiobook, making it an enjoyable experience. The story line is well paced, providing an interesting mix of historical events and fictional drama.