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The Sound of Thunder

The Courtney Series 2
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The Sound of Thunder by Wilbur Smith is an adventurous tale set in the unforgiving landscapes of South Africa during the Boer War. It follows the gripping journey of Sean Courtney as he navigates love, betrayal, and the harsh realities of war. Amidst the chaos, personal and historical conflicts collide, creating a captivating narrative marked by intense drama and vivid imagery.
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You might enjoy this gripping tale if you appreciate stories set against the backdrop of historical events, blending high-stakes adventure with rich, character-driven narratives. As you navigate through the tumultuous landscape of pioneer South Africa, you'll find yourself immersed in a world of intense rivalries, complex family dynamics, and thrilling action. The author's masterful storytelling and vivid detail make for an engaging journey.

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The Sound of Thunder

From bestselling author Wilbur Smith, a masterful adventure in the action-packed Courtney Series.

From bestselling author Wilbur Smith, a masterful adventure in the action-packed Courtney Series

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In the same way Sean saw it coming, he recognised it as the murderous rage which before had nearly killed a man, but still he could not prepare himself. And then it was upon him and the roaring filled his head.

Some will win. And some will lose.

Sean Courtney returns from the African wilds to find war has been declared between the British Empire and the Transvaal Republic. Not only that, but a rivalry is growing between the cruel, obsessive son who bears his name, and his elder, secret son, whom he cherishes deeply.

The Boer War will take from Sean, in both blood and gold, but the conflict and its consequences will also offer him everything a man could want. Sean must now decide: with both sons in his life, is he willing to pay the price he needs to keep them?

A Courtney Series adventure - Book 2 in the When the Lion Feeds trilogy.

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The Sound of Thunder by Wilbur Smith is an action-packed novel that captivates readers with its vivid descriptions and engaging storyline. The book is praised for its thrilling pace and well-developed characters, drawing readers into the turbulent period of the Boer War. Many reviews admire Smith's ability to blend historical detail with dynamic adventure, making it a favourite among fans of historical thrillers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781785766985

Publisher: Zaffre

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 June 2018

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Zaffre

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 31.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 342g

Pages: 496

About the Author

Wilbur Smith is a global phenomenon: a distinguished author with a large and established readership built up over fifty-five years of writing, with sales of over 130 million novels worldwide.

Born in Central Africa in 1933, Wilbur became a full-time writer in 1964 following the success of When the Lion Feeds, and has since published forty-one global bestsellers, including the Courtney Series, the Ballantyne Series, the Egyptian Series, the Hector Cross Series and many successful standalone novels, all meticulously researched on his numerous expeditions worldwide. His books have now been translated into twenty-six languages.

The establishment of the Wilbur & Niso Smith Foundation in 2015 cemented Wilbur's passion for empowering writers, promoting literacy and advancing adventure writing as a genre. The foundation's flagship programme is the Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize.

For all the latest information on Wilbur visit www.wilbursmithbooks.com or facebook.com/WilburSmith

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