Blood of the Bear

Viac o knihe

Set in AD 781, the story unfolds in pagan Saxony under the oppressive rule of King Karolus. Duke Widukind seeks to rally the once-mighty berserker Bjarki Bloodhand and his sister Tor to his cause against Christian tyranny. Complicating matters, Bjarki has eloped with Widukind's sister, Edith, enraging her betrothed, Abbio, who unleashes a spell to drive Bjarki into madness. The narrative explores themes of rebellion, loyalty, and the struggle for freedom, appealing to fans of Viking epics and historical fiction.