Sep 01, 2012 the red knight is the first book in miles cameron s the traitor son cycle. Powering through book 3 the dread wyrm another cracking effort, worth the pick up if you liked the first 2 malazan empire. On the magicdrenched battlefield, information is the lifeblood of victory, and aranthur is. I loved a time of dread and read it from cover to cover in two days. Though generally its plot is at first glance nothing really new, theres a lot in it to like, for it has hidden depths. The red knight miles cameron epub download download. Miles cameron weaves an epic tale of magic and mercenaries, war and depravity, politics and intrigue in this actionpacked debut fantasythe red knight.
The red knight miles cameron weaves an epic tale of magic and mercenaries, war and depravity, politics and intrigue in this actionpacked debut fantasy the red knight. His bestknown work is the ongoing historical fiction series tyrant, which by 2009 had sold over 100,000 copies. Look for the sequel, the fell sword, online and in stores this month. But the world is not safe for a mage, and after a confrontation leaves him no choice but to display his skill with a blade, aranthur is instructed to train under a master of swords. And to whether or not the red knight has guessed the foes true intentions. Right from the start miles cameron makes it clear that this new novel is a direct continuation of the red knight, starting off with a reference to. The red knight is the first book in this 5 book series.
The red knight audiobook by miles cameron rakuten kobo. Nov 11, 20 miles cameron second book in the traitor son cycle, the fell sword, is coming out on december 19th 20. Read a sample from the red knight by miles cameron orbit books. If the writing is as good as the red knight, it might be worth a read. The red knight was probably the best performed character in the book. Miles cameron admits to indulging in roleplayinggames.
Christian cameron envisioned the books as a modernday hornblower series, depicting the life of a. The red knight is a book that holds its epic fantasy credentials high. Growing up in new york and even serving as a us navy veteran offered him an opportunity to be involved in intelligencerelated roles. The red knight by miles cameron far beyond reality. Thats me in normal, modern clothes, sitting in philopoemens seat at the theater of megalopolis. The red knight the traitor son cycle by cameron, miles and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Buy a discounted paperback of the red knight online from australias leading online bookstore. After the longest undergraduate degree on record 198087, i joined the united states navy, where i served as an intelligence officer and as a backseater in s3 vikings in the first gulf war, and then on the ground in somalia, and elsewhere. He is a military veteran and has a degree in medieval history. A friend recommended this to me and oh how well he knows me.
The red knight is probably the least interesting character in the book, he is a simple hero in many ways but is gradually given some depth, his mercenary crew are painted in shades of grey, not chivalrous knights, and we get to see a believable dynamic of. And now, just about a year later, miles cameron delivers book two of the traitor son cycle, entitled the fell sword. Mar 11, 2014 right from the start miles cameron makes it clear that this new novel is a direct continuation of the red knight, starting off with a reference to the stunning final chapter of that novel which. Buy the red knight by miles cameron from waterstones today. The book was published in multiple languages including english, consists of 650 pages and is available in paperback format. This book was a real disappointment after the red knight. This book continued almost immediately after the events of the first book the red knight, and we see his band of when the world goes to shit the great do well enough in their fancy armour and their strong castles.
In the fell sword, the world of the red knight is fleshed out and i thought the world of harndon and lissen carrack etc. The red knight, traitor son cycle by miles cameron. Author miles camerons complete list of books and series in order, with the latest. His debut novel the red knight, first in the traitor son novels, was one of the most acclaimed fantasy debuts of 2012 and nominated for the david gemmell morningstar award. The red knight is wonderfully flawed, arrogant, a mans man, a gifted strategist, a gifted tactician, a leader of men, loyal, brutal, powerful, and not to be crossed. The red knight by miles cameron abebooks passion for books. The red knight book 1 by miles cameron 97805751305. If you have been searching for a medieval fantasy read, look no further than this series. Christian gordon cameron born august 16, 1962, who writes under the pen names gorden.
Free download or read online the red knight pdf epub book. It was touted to me as like malice john gwynne only better making it an interesting. His identity and even his real name are a mystery to most. The fell sword the traitor son cycle 2 cameron, miles on. This book continued almost immediately after the events of the first book the red knight, and we see his band of. Christian gordon cameron born august 16, 1962, who writes under the pen names gorden kent and miles cameron, is a canadian novelist, who was educated and trained as both an historian and a former career officer in the us navy. Miles cameron the red knight malazan empire page 2. The red knight traitor son 1 the fell sword traitor son 2. Before i say anything else, i have to mention that cameron s prose is just a joy to read and that i found this to be beautifully written. Before i say anything else, i have to mention that camerons prose is just a joy to read and that i found this to be beautifully written. I had read his entire chivalry series one of my favourite series, which is some of his historical work under the name christian cameron. One of the most expected fantasy series debuts of the year, the red knight by miles cameron, introduces us to a bleak and brutal world where life is cheap but things, especially well made ones like armor and swords are expensive. To begin with, this book doesnt know what it wants to be, partly because the author has thrown everything at it and it overflows with ingredients that have no place in the story he really wants to tell.
Red knight knights of wonderland book 2 by daniel coleman and e. I havent read any of his other stuff, although i might look at the first book of his chivalry series, the ill made knight, which is published at the end of may. The fell sword is the second book in the traitors son cycle series by miles cameron, and was one that i savoured slowly. Twenty eight florins a month is nowhere near enough when a wyverns. The red knight was one of the most acclaimed fantasy debuts of.
Miles cameron is the renowned author of bestselling fantasy novels like the red knight, the traitor sun cycle, the sequel, the fell sword and tournament of fools. The red knight by miles cameron is exactly what the fantasy genre needed. I will first talk about the book packaging, the back synopsis, and then read the first. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. There are many characters, a lot of these characters from the red knight book 1. The red knight 1 by miles cameron 20, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. Miles cameron audio books, best sellers, author bio. Please note the pages on this book have been produced with bevelled or rough edge. Miles cameron weaves an epic tale of magic and mercenaries, war and depravity, politics and intrigue in this actionpacked debut fanta. Jan 18, 20 the eponymous hero of the red knight by miles cameron is the leader of a mercenary army thats just returning to alba after fighting a campaign abroad.
Book 2 of masters and mages, dark forge is fantastic. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read the red knight. Twenty eight florins a month is nowhere near enough when a wyverns ja. The red knight is a must for fans of fantasy and medieval history both. Christian cameron has also used a pseudonym before, gordon kent.
Dec 10, 2019 miles cameron weaves an epic tale of magic and mercenaries, war and depravity, politics and intrigue in this actionpacked debut fantasy the red knight. The first edition of the novel was published in september 1st 2012, and was written by miles cameron. The red knight the traitor son cycle book 1 by miles. Jan 22, 20 miles cameron weaves an epic tale of magic and mercenaries, war and depravity, politics and intrigue in this actionpacked debut fantasy the red knight.
Miles cameron continues to go from strength to strength in his fantastic novel dark forge. Listen to the red knight by miles cameron available from rakuten kobo. Jan 25, 20 the eponymous hero of the red knight by miles cameron is the leader of a mercenary army thats just returning to alba after fighting a campaign abroad. On the magicdrenched battlefield, information is the lifeblood of victory, and aranthur is about to discover that carrying messages, scouting the enemy, keeping his nerve, and passing on orders is more dangerous, and more essential. Twenty eight florins a month is a huge price to pay, for a man to stand between you and the wild. Jan 22, 20 miles cameron weaves an epic tale of magic and mercenaries, war and depravity, politics and intrigue in this actionpacked debut fantasythe red knight. Ill be honest it took me a while to read the red knight by miles cameron. The red knight author miles cameron epub free, books to be scene. For every one of his allies, there is a corresponding enemy. Some books or prose i read at a faster rate than others, and this one was definitely along the slower end of the scale.
Immense worldbuilding, unique characters and bloody action that has a realism and authentic grit that is rare for fantasy books. The red knight ebook by miles cameron rakuten kobo. Dec 19, 20 the fell sword is the second book in the traitors son cycle series by miles cameron, and was one that i savoured slowly. Cameron s knowledge of armour and weapons and knightly accord comes from his historical fiction work as christian cameron and it shows.
I would definitely listen to another book read by him. Buy a cheap copy of the red knight book by miles cameron. Arthurs adventures in eastern europe by ted alexander. Miles cameron is a fantasy novelist who currently lives in toronto, canada. With one army defeated in a victory that will be remembered through the ages, now the red knight must fight again. Pdf the red knight book by miles cameron free download 650. Miles cameron is the author of the fantasy series traitor son cycle and masters. The main characters of this fantasy, fantasy story are royal guard, alcaeus comnena. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
A book encompassing the legend and lore of mythical creatures of olde with a razorsharp edge. The plague of swords traitor son 4 by miles cameron. The red knight is a debut novel desperately in need of editing. The messengers tale, part 2 audiobook by miles cameron. Pdf the red knight book by miles cameron free download. Spread across different lands and on sea, it will all come down to one last gamble. Miles cameron weaves an epic tale of magic and mercenaries, war and depravity, politics and intrigue in this actionpacked debut fantasy the red knight. All his character voices are consistent and appropriate to the character type. Growing up in new york and even serving as a us navy veteran offered him an. Miles cameron has a time machine or access to a dimensional portal.
Jan 22, 20 the red knight ebook written by miles cameron. Read a sample from the red knight by miles cameron the red knight is the first book of miles cameron s gritty epic fantasy series, the traitor son cycle. Twenty eight florins a month is nowhere near enough when a wyverns jaws snap shut on your helmet in the hot stink of battle, and. The red knight is the first book in miles camerons the traitor son cycle. Miles cameron is now friends with kathryn schroeder. My first fantasy series, the five book traitor son cycle was completed in 2018, and i. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. On the magicdrenched battlefield, information is the lifeblood of victory, and aranthur is a. The mercenary company of knights, led by the title character, are exactly what i envisioned they would be like from when i first read the product description. Booktopia has the red knight, traitor son cycle by miles cameron.
His debut novel the red knight, first in the traitor son novels, was one of the most. There are similarities between chivalry and the red knight, being set in a late medieval land filled with awesome sword fights, epic. His talents compel him to attend university to develop his abilities. Miles website was updated to promote the book and a nice map of albia was added. With an extensive cast of humans and various races of the wild, a developed historical and religious background and a dual magic. The red knight by miles cameron posted on january 25, 20 by stefan far beyond reality the eponymous hero of the red knight by miles cameron is the leader of a mercenary army thats just returning to alba after fighting a campaign abroad. Miles cameron is the pen name i use for fantasy fiction. The traitor son cycle series by miles cameron goodreads. The red knight was the first fantasy book i have read listened to by author miles cameron.
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