The Last Saxon King

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A Jump in Time Novel, (Book 1)

By Andrew Varga

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The Last Saxon King by Andrew Varga is a young adult novel that takes readers on a thrilling journey through time. The protagonist unexpectedly finds himself in the turbulent days of Saxon England, facing challenges that test his courage and wit. As he navigates a world of historical intrigue and danger, he must uncover secrets and confront adversaries to find his place and understanding in an era far removed from his own.
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You might enjoy this book if you are intrigued by young adult adventures that blend historical fiction with time travel. It could appeal to those fascinated by thrilling narratives set against the backdrop of pivotal historical moments, wrapped up in personal journeys of discovery and growth.

The Last Saxon King

When sixteen-year-old Dan Renfrew accidentally transports himself to England in the year 1066, he learns he is a time jumper, descended from a long line of secret heroes who protect the present by traveling to the past to fix breaks and glitches in the time stream.

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One jump to save all time

Life is progressing normally for sixteen-year-old Dan Renfrew when he accidentally transports himself to England in the year 1066. He soon realises that he's trapped there, and that's not his only astonishing discovery. Dan learns that he's descended from a long line of time jumpers—secret heroes who travel to the past and resolve glitches in the time stream that threaten to alter subsequent history. The only way Dan can return home is to set history back on its proper course in the Anglo-Saxon age.

This is no easy task. A Viking horde is ravaging England in the north while a Norman army threatens to invade from the south. In between and desperately struggling to hold on to his throne is Harold Godwinson, the newly-crowned English king. Dan is fighting to ensure that events play out correctly when he finds himself plunged into an even more lethal conflict.

To save history, Dan must battle a band of malevolent time jumpers whose lust for wealth and power threatens the entire future of the world.

The Last Saxon King by Andrew Varga is a gripping tale of adventure and historical intrigue where one young man's courage and determination to preserve the past might just save the future.

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The Last Saxon King by Andrew Varga has received praise for its engaging blend of historical fiction and sci-fi/fantasy elements. Reviewers commend the book for its well-researched depiction of 11th-century England, providing an immersive experience with vivid descriptions that capture the era's essence. The novel's time-travel adventure introduces a thrilling narrative that includes modern and medieval cultural interplay, making it an exciting read for fans of suspense and history. The story has been highlighted as a great entry point into pre-Conquest English history, appealing to a diverse audience interested in historical and contemporary themes.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781945501821

Publisher: Imbrifex Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 20 April 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Imbrifex Books

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult, Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 316

Collections

Andrew Varga Children's Historical Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fantasy Fiction General Fiction Historical Fantasy Historical Fiction Sci-Fi & Fantasy Young Adult

About the Author

Ever since his mother told him he was descended from Vikings, Andrew Varga has had a fascination for history. He's read hundreds of history books, watched countless historical movies, and earned a BA with honors from the University of Toronto with a specialist in history and a major in English.

Andrew has traveled extensively across Europe, where he toured some of the most famous castles, museums, and historical sites that Europe has to offer. During his travels he accumulated a collection of swords, shields, and other medieval weapons that now adorn his personal library. He is skilled in fencing and Kendo-the Japanese art of sword fighting. He has also used both longbows and crossbows, built a miniature working trebuchet, knit his own shirt of chain mail, and earned a black belt in karate.

Andrew currently lives in the greater Toronto area with his wife Pam, their three children, and their mini-zoo of two dogs, two cats, a turtle, and some fish. It was his children's love of reading, particularly historical and fantasy stories, that inspired Andrew to write this series. In his spare time, when he isn't writing or editing, Andrew reads history books, jams on guitar, or plays beach volleyball.

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