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House of Pain (131 Days Book 2) Kindle Edition

by Keith C. Blackmore (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 234 ratings
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The gladiators of Sunja face new challenges—and make new allies—in the second volume of this action-packed fantasy series.

The warriors comprising the House of Ten begin their training under punishing mentors and a drink-loving taskmaster. Within the city of Sunja, Borchus works to establish a network of spies to aid the newly formed house’s cause.

Meanwhile, a vengeful Halm hunts down Skulljigger for bloody retribution, house master Goll realizes one of his pit fighters possesses potential beyond everyone’s wildest expectations, and shadowy elements conspire to make the Ten’s opening matches on the sands their last.

Perfect for fans of Gladiator and A Game of Thrones!
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  1. Book 2 of 5
    131 Days
  2. Print length
    476 pages
  3. Language
    English
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  5. Publication date
    July 24, 2014
  6. File size
    8515 KB
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131 Days by Keith C Blackmore
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00M4NNBOS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Podium Publishing (July 24, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 24, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 8515 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 476 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 234 ratings

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Michelle Loucks
5.0 out of 5 stars Proving to be an excellent series.
Reviewed in the United States on October 20, 2017
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I was not a fan of reading fantasy fiction until I became a Blackmore fan. I am grateful that Keith has introduced me to this genre as now the scope of reading material is vast. I admit I have tried to read fantasy fiction before but found much of it difficult to envision. I love fantasy films because I don't have to try to figure out what the author is describing to me. I realize now that I may have to read a paragraph twice to understand what it going on, takes patience for sure but I have found that it pays off. 131 Days however is not difficult to read. Lots of sub plots to create a world of politics, war and greed surrounding the men who fight in the pit and what drives them to do so.
I read a previous review that held 131 Days above Spartacus. Really there is no comparison to Sparticus because Keith does not fill his books with porn but definitely lots of detailed gore and violence. I'm not adverse to the porn mind you but Keith is able to write a great story without it therefore I think that it would be a great option for the screen., but Hollywood likes a little romance and smut as its proven to increase sales. I'd love to see possibly putting a woman in the pit to fight.. Maybe that is in the next Book!
I'm excited to read the next 2 books in this series.
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Wallis
4.0 out of 5 stars Fantasy with a
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2015
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Fantasy with a historical feel. I don't feel as if I'm engulfed in a completey alien environ trying to make sense of six consonant names and places with blue grass and green sky. A "gladiatoral" cast in an altered but familiar setting. Who can't love colosseum action with literary license? Not me......just don't enjoy the somewhat sudden and choppy ending on this one but,give me 300 to 400 pages o f action and interest then I can handle the chop and raise the stars back to five (I should do that anyway). Guess that's why I would never take up the pen as the ungrateful reader's like myself who want the world for free or cry foul on syntax awry would push me to coat the pages in ricin......something I think I read in one of this author's excellent horror novels. Gee, this guy is talented so give him a bit of you time and read one of his many novels. Time well spent if you're a reader.
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wormdrive
5.0 out of 5 stars Compelling, to-the-point writing. Grab your sword and hang on!
Reviewed in the United States on November 29, 2018
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I can't believe more people don't know about Keith C. Blackmore. The man can pen a story like the best of them but he is so direct in his story-telling that I find myself looking for more and more of his works, rather than other authors. He gets right to the point with his stories and seems to need less exposition to get his tales going than other writers. I like that. Give me the good stuff, quickly, and give me a lot of it. This is like eating steak, ham, more steak, and then more ham, with no sissy breaks for salad or green beans.
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Adam
5.0 out of 5 stars This is a series you won't forget!!
Reviewed in the United States on September 26, 2014
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I bought all of the 131 days' series not knowing what they were even about, but simply because they were written by Keith C Blackmore. After reading the mountain man books I knew I'd found a new favourite author to add to my top 3.

131 Days is now my favourite series, and I'm very very desperately waiting on its continuation. The characters in this series are so well written and developed, and the story is what the movie Gladiator should've been about. Too hard to give a story line in my opinion as it's so detailed.. Even the side stories of other characters leave you wanting more (and how they'll fit into the main plot later).
Must read! I don't do reviews (I'm sure it shows) but 131 days will hook you in, and you'll also be eagerly awaiting the following books. Do it. Really... Do it.
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todd matson
5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME SERIES
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2015
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I bought these 3 books based on several reviews and I was getting burned out on the whole zombie/apocalypse stuff. One of the reviews stated that if you liked Gladiators the movie to read this. So I did and now I am rightly pissed that you toppers have not paid enough head to this scribe of years long ago. YOU will become as fish hooked as I if you pay a few coin to read these really good stories. You get to know and begin to understand what theses men go through. Then you will begin to care about, and root for their success. Trust me, I read at least 2-3 books a week and you will really enjoy this series!
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Walter Karatyz Jr
4.0 out of 5 stars Good fantasy reading
Reviewed in the United States on October 15, 2017
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I've been reading books for a very long time and am glad I came across this author. I liked the way he is going about weaving the story line. It's great to see a fantasy based on grown men with real world problems not about adolescents saving the world before the experience it. I've purchased the third book n the series and will get right into reading it. Was a little leary about the series after I read the authors afterward section. I know the he hopes to continue the series to its end and I truly hope he does as in looking forward to seeing how the story line works out.
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goldfinger
5.0 out of 5 stars A very good medieval fantasy novel
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2019
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While not being overly gory or excessively vulgar, this is a very good series. It is well written and it’s somewhat original in it’s storyline. I have read the first two and will be off to read the third book. I find this very entertaining with enough action and intrigue to keep the story rapidly going.
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M. Heminger
5.0 out of 5 stars damn fined writing!
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2014
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Blackmore rarely disappoints and this series is really a terrific read! Buy these damn books do he can pump out some more, I am anxious to see what's next for the house of Ten! You really feel like you are their in these novels. His use of idioms from that time and place without excessive translation is wonderful. Anyone who doesn't like this series is 'Unfit'! I am not a big fantasy-more a dystopian fan guy but this author is just plain talented. He is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors of Zombie-Fantasy-Science Fiction.
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I 8 Binners
5.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable read once again
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 14, 2015
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Really Enjoy Keith's books. I prefer the Mountain Man series but this series is worth the money as well and thoroughly enjoyable. The characters work well with one another and the story line continues to build meaning many more twists and turns will be available. Without giving to much away as well I like how the good guys don't always come out smelling of roses!
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Adsfllashman
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 4, 2014
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I love this series, gritty and packed with enough realism to make the world come alive with enough hints at the fantastical elements embedded throughout the books setting to keep you coming back for more.
Also try all the other books by Mr Blackmore. Everyone an original and great read
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Mr. J. A. Hopkins
5.0 out of 5 stars Roman historical fiction lovers
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 13, 2015
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This series is a must. It rates alongside the other Roman Historical Fiction serifs even though it is of a fictional country.
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