
Golden Spurs
The Legend of Richard Keynes Series, Book 1
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Narrated by:
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Joel Benedict
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By:
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Clive Hart
About this listen
A missing father. A splintered family. Will the son escape those who destroyed his life? Can Richard navigate his way through a medieval world full of knights, battles, blood and iron?
Book one in The Legend of Richard Keynes series follows Richard's varied trials as he battles through a period of history famed for its violence and uncertainty. Mounted on his faithful warhorse, Richard must learn how to fight his enemies with his lance as well as his wits, and sometimes with the help of his friends. The story follows Richard in his very medieval quest to win the symbol of knighthood, his golden spurs.
Featuring characters and a story set within real historical events, Golden Spurs is a small window into the middle ages, a time when men had to stand up and fight for what they believed in.
Begin your journey through this rich and captivating world to discover Richard's fate.
©2023 Clive Hart (P)2025 Clive HartForget romanticized notions of chivalry; Hart delivers the brutal reality of medieval battles. You can almost feel the weight of the longbow as arrows rain down like deadly hail, hear the thunderous charge of armored knights, and smell the sweat and blood on the battlefield. The author's deep understanding of weaponry, tactics, and the sheer chaos of close-quarters fighting shines through every meticulously detailed scene. He doesn't shy away from the grim realities – the desperate struggles for survival, the agonizing wounds, and the sheer exhaustion of men locked in mortal combat. The narrative captures the harsh training and relentless challenges faced by all, from the seasoned warrior to a young squire embarking on his arduous path towards earning his own spurs and the coveted rank of knight.
Beyond the intense action, Hart seamlessly weaves historical detail into the narrative. The detailed descriptions of horsemanship , the logistics of medieval armies, and the political machinations of the era feel authentic and well-researched. You're not just witnessing a fictional story; you're gaining a tangible sense of what life – and death – was like for those caught in this pivotal period of history.
While the historical accuracy is a significant strength, Hart doesn't sacrifice compelling storytelling. The characters are well-developed, their motivations believable, and their journeys through medival europes landscape of war are engaging. The narrative moves at a brisk pace, keeping the reader invested in the fate of Richard Keyes amidst the grand sweep of historical events.
Golden Spurs is a triumph of historical fiction. It's a book that will satisfy both those seeking a thrilling adventure and those with a keen interest in the realities of medieval warfare. Clive Hart has not only written a captivating story but has also offered a powerful and authentic glimpse into a brutal yet fascinating period of history. This is a book that lingers long after the final page is read, leaving you with a profound appreciation for the courage and the sheer human cost of conflict in the age of golden spurs and broken lances.All this brought to you flawlessly by the vocal talents of Joel Benedict. I look forward to the Audible version of the whole series.
Historical story telling at its best.
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