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World Without End: Season 1, Episode 8

Checkmate (23 Oct. 2012)

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Caris and Merthin decide they have no future in Kingsbridge and make plans to leave. Brother Thomas reveals his true identity and together, they manage to produce a document ending the ... See full summary »

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Caris and Merthin decide they have no future in Kingsbridge and make plans to leave. Brother Thomas reveals his true identity and together, they manage to produce a document ending the priory's control over Kingsbridge but Godwin moves quickly to administer the death sentence placed on Caris' now that she's left the Church. Wulfric and Gwenda decide to continue their battle against tyranny even if it means giving up their lives. King Edward III, knowing that his throne is at peril, decides to lead his army personally and stop the uprising. Written by garykmcd

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