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  • Deadly Inheritance

  • Sir Geoffrey Mappestone, Book 6
  • By: Simon Beaufort
  • Narrated by: Matt Addis
  • Length: 11 hrs and 10 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (211 ratings)

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Deadly Inheritance

By: Simon Beaufort
Narrated by: Matt Addis
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Summary

Murder, intrigue and marriage in the Welsh Marches of old...

When Sir Geoffrey’s unpopular brother, Henry, is murdered, he unwillingly inherits Goodrich Castle in the Welsh Marches. Immediately, his sister pushes him towards a marriage that will provide an heir and stability for the family. But when Geoffrey survives attempts on his own life, he wonders whether they are linked to Henry’s death, to his potential brides, or even to the rumoured murder of the Duchess of Normandy, as a Welsh revolt against the English looms.

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A really interesting if sometimes confusing book!

This is the first time I have found a good story set in Britain at the start of the 11th century and I was not disappointed.

There a raft of characters and lots constantly going on in the book. I look forward to reading more.

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Murder Mystery.

Superb convaluted plot that ensnares you.
A mixture of Father Brown and a military Columbo.
Fantastic.

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Historical whodunnit.

Very much enjoyed a break from the modern whodunnit by trying a 12thC one. Great narrator made it even more enjoyable. On to the next one!

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Enjoyed listening.

Interesting period of time. Narrator was easy to listen to. Looking forward to next book.

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Historical Drama

Excellent read very interesting as it is set in my area and I've been to Goodrich many times

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Why start with book 6?


Why audible think it’s a good idea to start at book 6 and miss out the first five is a sign that someone else should be making these decisions. The book itself I really enjoyed. The historical side of it felt authentic and I think Mark Addis did an excellent job with the narration. I really hope we get to enjoy the earlier books the story feels incomplete without them.

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Excellent

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Plenty of plot twists and turns, I found the characters interesting and the story flowed along very well.

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Great read

An enjoyable historical drama. Read by a narrator who is very pleasing to the ears. I look forward to listening to more of these tales.

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Quite enjoyable historical tale

I love books set in the middle ages. This one was fine, I listened with interest and enjoyed it. Good narration.

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Shame the full series is here.

I absolutely hate starting a series some books in. I really enjoyed this but was constantly frustrated by references to things in earlier books. It’s got 5 stars because it’s not the fault of the author or narrator but still grrrr.

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