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The Green Man's Heir

By: Juliet E. McKenna
Narrated by: Will Huggins
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A hundred years ago, a man with a secret could travel a few hundred miles and give himself a new name and life story. No one would be any the wiser, as long as he didn’t give anyone a reason to start asking questions. These days, that’s not so easy, with everyone on social media and CCTV on every street corner. So Daniel Mackmain keeps his head down and keeps himself to himself.

But now a girl has been murdered, and the Derbyshire police are taking a closer look at a loner who travels from place to place, picking up work as he goes. Worse, Dan realises the murder involves the hidden world he was born into. When no one else can see the truth, who will see justice done?

A modern fantasy rooted in the ancient myths and folklore of the British Isles.

©2018 Juliet E. McKenna (P)2019 W. F. Howes Ltd Classics Fantasy Fiction

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I like to try out as much as I can from the plus catalogue and this seemed to hit the nail on the head for me! UK based murder mystery with some folklore and magic.
Firstly the main character is rather unlikeable, and a bit of an idiot and secondly, the story almost seems like two in one.
it can also be a bit unnecessarily crass.
But the magical beings, the historical folklore and taking on various quests of good v evil are enjoyable.
The narrator is good too. A decent enough listen!

Just OK but generally enjoyable

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good story, a little clumsy in places but enjoyable. unfortunately it was let down by a clunky performance from the narrator

good story..

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Such a great read, very well narrated. I was really looking forward to the sequel, but they changed narrator and the new one is genuinely unlistenable.

Brilliant, but don't get the sequel

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Really liked the way the folklore is dealt with in the modern world in this engaging story. Had to keep listening! Not sure what to write without giving any spoilers! A worthy listen if you like the outdoors and British folklore!

Folklore meets modern day

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Good story but very drawn out. I think it could have done with some serious editing.

Editing Required

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a lovely tale that pulls you into the woods and the world of the green man. Looking forward to a second book

a very believable story

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Not normally the genre I listen to and I know little about wood spirits etc. but I enjoyed it and if there is a follow up I would get it.

Surprised by how much I enjoyed it

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Excellent story with well thought out time line. It pays excellent homage to regional folklore and English History.

The story (stories) all intertwine to a satisfactory conclusion, whilst leading you through an enjoyable life of fantasy and reality.

Will read more from this series!

Favourite Read This Year (… so far)

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The blend of modern and mythical themes made for an exciting storyline, with the twists that police intervention and the relationships with the non mystical characters kept my interest throughout. Now I feel that I would like to know more about English Folklore.

Entrancing

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it's a fun way to spend a few hours..bit lacking on character development ..didn't really like the protagonist

fun story

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