Phil Owens

Phil Owens

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Among other things, I am an author, and book reviewer. I have just published my first book. Please feel free to visit my website, where there are plenty of pictures and information on Kopek. There is also a section for having your book reviewed, and another for publishing advice.

A King Under Siege

A King Under Siege

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<p><span style="color:rgb(15,17,17);font-family:'Amazon Ember', Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;">Richard II found himself under siege not once, but twice in his minority. Crowned king at age ten, he was only fourteen when the Peasants' Revolt terrorized London. But he proved himself every bit the Plantagenet successor, facing Wat Tyler and the rebels when all seemed lost. Alas, his triumph was short-lived, and for the next ten years he struggled to assert himself against his uncles and increasingly hostile nobles. Just like in the days of his great-grandfather Edward II, vengeful magnates strove to separate him from his friends and advisors, and even threatened to depose him if he refused to do their bidding. The Lords Appellant, as they came to be known, purged the royal household with the help of the Merciless Parliament. They murdered his closest allies, leaving the King alone and defenseless. He would never forget his humiliation at the hands of his subjects. Richard's inability to protect his adherents would haunt him for the rest of his life, and he vowed that next time, retribution would be his.</span><br /><span class="a-text-bold" style="color:rgb(15,17,17);font-family:'Amazon Ember', Arial, sans-serif;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;">B.R.A.G. Medallion honoree!</span></p>

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Reviews

<h3><strong><strong><a href="http://www.bookconfessions.com/?p=1021">Confessions of a Bibliophile </a></strong></strong></h3><strong> I accepted this book for review during my moratorium on accepting books for review for one reason: the wolfy puppy.  You see, once upon a time I had a wolfy puppy of my own.  Her name was Dusty, and she was half German Shepherd, half Timber Wolf, and all stupid. And a lot of the pictures of Kopek included in this book could have been my very own dog, which made me very happy and nostalgic. The tone of this book is very conversational (even if he does slip into tangents a bit too often), and I really liked reading about Kopek’s adventures.  If you like dogs, especially chewy, mischievous ones, I think you’ll like this too. It’s a short, light read, and just the thing to put a smile on your face.<br /><br /></strong><strong><strong></strong></strong><h3><a href="http://never-without-a-book.blogspot.com/2008/12/kopek-destroyer-causes-of-indigestion.html">Never Without a Book </a></h3> This was a fun and quick read. Anyone with any experience bringing a new puppy into their home will definitely relate to the trials and tribulations, and those many endearing moments a new puppy brings. I am absolutely sure that somewhere in the many anecdotes involving Kopek and also those of his other furry housemates, you will find something that will make you laugh, and also gasp. You will quite likely be reminded of one of your own favoured pets. The pictures of Kopek are a wonderful addition and I only wished there were more that maybe included him amidst some of his handiwork. With all the mischief of an unrepentant child, Kopek will steal your heart. <br /><br /><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align:justify;"> <strong><strong></strong></strong></p><h3><a href="http://www.kaysbookshelf.com/2009/03/kopek-destroyer-phil-owens.html">Kay's Bookshelf </a></h3> Kopek is a British Inuit, quite a large dog, playful and, despite his antics, with quite a friendly temperament. I was amused by him, of course, but I was even more interested in his &quot;parents&quot;. What can I say, I love animals, so I am kinda subjective when it comes to them. Which means I was bound to like the couple in the book -- the author and his wife, Ronnie. I have absolutely loved them actually. They were both dedicated animals lovers and could hardly say no to an animal in need of a home (and lucky for them they did have a home large enough for that)....... <p> <strong>The book is subtitled &quot;Causes of Indigestion for a Wolfy Puppy&quot;, and once I started it it drew me in and had a hard time putting it down. I actually read the first a hundred-odd pages in one sitting...... </strong></p> <p> <strong>Recommend it? If you are a dog lover then it's a must read. Even if you're not the book is pretty funny at times plus a fast read, and I have enjoyed it despite my being a cat person (which isn't to say I don't like dogs, I just like cats more :) ). </strong></p> <p> <strong>Read the complete review at <a href="http://www.kaysbookshelf.com/2009/03/kopek-destroyer-phil-owens.html">Kay's Site</a>. <br /></strong></p><p><strong><br /></strong></p>