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Age of Iron

Iron Age Trilogy, Book 1

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Age of Iron

By: Angus Watson
Narrated by: Sean Barrett
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Legends aren't born. They're forged.

Dug Sealskinner is a down-on-his-luck mercenary travelling south to join up with King Zadar's army. But he keeps rescuing the wrong people. First, Spring, a child he finds scavenging on the battlefield, and then Lowa, one of Zadar's most fearsome warriors, who's vowed revenge on the king for her sister's execution.

Now Dug's on the wrong side of that thousands-strong army he hoped to join ­- and worse, Zadar has bloodthirsty druid magic on his side. All Dug has is his war hammer, one rescued child, and one unpredictable, highly-trained warrior with a lust for revenge that's going to get them all killed.... It's a glorious day to die.

©2014 Angus Watson (P)2014 Hachette Audio Action & Adventure Epic Epic Fantasy Fantasy Fiction Historical Scary Thought-Provoking Royalty Warrior

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Editor reviews

Age of Iron is book 1 in the hugely popular audiobook series Iron Age Trilogy by highly-acclaimed fantasy writer Angus Watson and narrated by English actor Sean Barrett. This spectacular series is a feast of iron-fuelled battles, evil, bloodshed and lust. Dug Sealskinner the travelling mercenary has joined forces with a child and a dangerously revengeful warrior to take on the entire army of King Zadar. They are unprepared and unarmed – death is imminent. The twists in this story are phenomenal and the writing is exceptional. This is a pulse-quickening saga where only dark magic holds the key to survival. Available now from Audible.
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If you could sum up Age of Iron in three words, what would they be?

worth listening to

What did you like best about this story?

The character Dug is very likeable

What does Sean Barrett bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

Good characterisation and clear diction made it a please to listen to

Good book, excellent narrator

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brilliant , listening to it for the second time. fingers crossed Gus Watson is working on something new and equally absorbing.

remains my favourite series on Audible

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I thought I was about to immerse myself into a bloody tale about pre Roman Britain.
I laughed out loud so much, I'm sure most of my fellow M6 compadres thought I was mad. Brilliant series of books. A wonderfully delivered story (Sean Barrett's voice is amazing) and some well described graphic violence. Angus Watsons turn of phrase makes me laugh. in fact after listening to Angus's trilogy I gave sky TV's Brittania series a second chance. I need more stories about the characters in this book.

I arrived here purely by accident!!

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Fantastic book, very well written and narrated I couldn't stop listening, if you like historical fiction this is one of the most entertaining I have read.

Brilliant book

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As usual Sean Barretts narration was top notch, particularly in the battle scenes. Medieval hero and heroine battling it out against the cruel and sadistic king. Not only was the storyline exciting but you also get to learn a little about Iron Age life within a half fantasy context with great humour thrown in for good measure. Fab! If you liked the "left hand of God" trilogy you will enjoy this.

Age of iron rocks

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Full of history that doesn't over power the story. Definitely worth listening to if you like battles.

Well rounded characters that you can root for.

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England
Better than Robin Hood
Babar bar menu bar this is really good joyed it got to go on the motorway for loads and loads and loads and loads of miles

Really good

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Great setting, good story, memorable characters. Have already listened to book 2. Voice actor did a very solid job.

Engaging story

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Absolutely loved this story - a great grimdark fantasy version of a little known time in history. Great characters and fantastic world building... and Sean Barrett is maybe the best narrator I’ve heard.

Be warned - this book is very violent, gory, and brutal, but not in a forced way. It works well with the environment and time.

Just as good as First Law

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This book has everything for me, blood, gore, detailed battle scenes and humour! Found myself laughing out loud in the car after looking forward to listening all day!
I've just downloaded the 2nd in the series and cannot wait to get it started.
An excellent book with excellent characters that Sean brings to life as only he can - absolutely brilliant.

Absolutely brilliant

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