Books by Amy Ullrich
An immersive medieval adventure series set during the reign of Alfred the Great.
- Family-friendly
- Relatable characters
- Thought-provoking themes
- No graphic violence
- Romance kept as a subtle subplot
- Page-turning adventure
Suitable for ages 12+ or as a read-aloud for ages 8+
“Amy Ullrich will transport readers back to the marshes of ancient Wessex. You will feel as if you are not only an eyewitness to the clash between pillaging Danes and the Anglo-Saxons loyal to King Alfred—you will feel that you are there, experiencing the mounting conflict and the desperate struggle first-hand. You won’t want it to end.”
~ Douglas Bond, Author of Hand of Vengeance and numerous other works
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What People Are Saying
“Thank you for the book! This world needs more good fiction like this one.” ~ Erin Hylands, Author of With Eyes of Blue
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“This is an excellent historical fiction book! With great character development, a strong brother-sister bond, delightful twists and turns, and a beautiful message of redemption, this book is definitely on my favorites list. I can tell the author did a lot of research and is very passionate about the time period and themes.
Amy Ullrich did an excellent job of writing a gripping adventure story with deep themes in a family-friendly way. I was glad to find another historical fiction book that isn’t focused on romance and is well-written with a strong Christian message naturally woven into the story.” ~ Savannah Jane McCrary, Author of The Fire and the Trial
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“I liked this one even more than the last! The story flows at a wonderful pace.” ~ Tina B., Editor
FAQs
Who was Alfred the Great?
Alfred the Great was a king who ruled the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Wessex from 871-899 A.D. And he was no ordinary king! Not only did he succeed in liberating his kingdom from the continual threat of invasion by the Danes, but he laboured to re-build Wessex from the inside, educating his people, refining the law code, establishing a navy, translating works of great literature into English, and much more. During the early years of his reign, he suffered several devastating defeats, and throughout his life he struggled with severe illness. In spite of all this, he continued to strive and serve, relying on God and emphasising the importance of Scripture. King Alfred’s life is a powerful testimony to the way in which God brings strength through weakness (2 Cor 12:9-10), using ordinary human beings to accomplish truly great things.
This inscription on the statue of King Alfred in Wantage, England, puts it beautifully:
“Alfred found learning dead, and he restored it. Education neglected, and he revived it. The laws powerless, and he gave them force. The Church debased, and he raised it. The land ravaged by a fearful enemy, from which he delivered it. Alfred’s name shall live as long as mankind respects the past.”
What inspired you to write about King Alfred?
I’ve always been fascinated by King Alfred’s life and times, but my desire to set a story during his reign was sparked when I discovered that he was not only a ruler and a warrior, but a writer and translator. This led me to take a more in-depth look into his life and work. The more I studied him, the more fascinated I became with the heart and story behind this monarch who changed history. It is impossible to fully capture the details of a life such as Alfred’s in one novel, or even a series of novels. However, I hope that Among the Great will help to bring to life this pivotal period in history and will inspire my readers to find out more about this great king.
Can you recommend any resources for studying King Alfred?
Dr. Benjamin Merkle’s The White Horse King is an excellent biography on King Alfred.
The Dragon and the Raven by G.A. Henty is a great historical novel that spans most of King Alfred’s reign.
Have you written any scholarly works on King Alfred?
Yes! I have written a detailed research paper on King Alfred’s translation of a poem by the philosopher Boethius.
When will Book III be released?
Book III is set to be released in late 2026. Subscribe to Amy’s email newsletter for updates!
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