So the scene is set for an explosive battle between elders and warriors for an empty throne. And she is without her strongest warrior and champion, Uhtred of Bebbanburg. His wife is a formidable fighter and great leader, but no woman has ever ruled over an English kingdom. The ruler of Mercia is dying, leaving no legitimate heir. In the battle for power, there can be only one ruler.Įngland is fractured, torn apart more by internal fighting than the threat of Viking invasion. The eighth book in the epic and bestselling series that has gripped millions.A hero will be forged from this broken land.Īs seen on Netflix and BBC around the world.
