The Renegade

A Tale of Robert the Bruce - The Guardians, Book 2

By: Jack Whyte

Narrated by: David Monteath

The year 1284 is a period of seeming peace in Scotland. It is also a time when the future of the country is being forged in the form of a young boy, 10-year-old Robert Bruce.

In the decade that follows, King Alexander dies without an heir, and Scotland falls into chaos. The potential for civil war brings a growing threat of invasion from England as Edward I, young Bruce's hero and feudal patron, develops an obsession with adding Scotland, like Wales, to England's Crown by conquest. One man with extraordinary vision and strength will unite Scotland's warring factions against the larger threat that looms beyond its borders, but to do so he will have to resolve the conflict of his own personal, feudal, and national loyalties. This is the story of the man destined to be Robert I, King of Scots.

Filled with intrigue, high adventure, and remarkable characters, The Renegade is a dazzling feat of storytelling that weaves fascinating historical detail into the drama and excitement for which Jack Whyte is renowned.

©2012 Jack Whyte (P)2017 Audible, Inc.

Most excellent...

Second in the trilogy. Robert The Bruce takes centre stage. This only takes the reader to the point where he decides to defy Edward I and enters the fray, for Scottish independence, from English rule. Whyte is a tremendous storyteller.

Excellent story and performance

David Monteath’s performance is outstanding. Scottish and English accents bring realism to a complex historical account. Looking forward to the concluding book of this trilogy.

The coming of age of Robert The Bruce

i loved this book. it was one of the best portrayals of This Scottish King I have experienced.

Young Robert the Bruce

It was amazing to hear the story of young Robert the Bruce. You never hear about his first wife or his mother, other than the title she gave him. Lovely book! I can’t wait to finish the trilogy.

Pretty good

Although I didn't find this installment as good as the first, it was still enjoyable. Narration was excellent. I find the historical time frame very interesting. I definitely will listen to the third in the series as well was other Jack Whyte books.