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As King Harald Fairhair faces his final days, the struggle for power intensifies among his heirs. The narrative delves into the political intrigue and family dynamics that unfold as each contender vies for the throne. Themes of loyalty, betrayal, and the quest for legacy are explored against a backdrop of Norse culture and history, highlighting the complexities of leadership and the weight of heritage. The impending change in leadership sets the stage for conflict and ambition in a gripping tale of succession.

The story revolves around ninety-five-year-old Lottie Barnes, who resides in a care facility in Iowa. Despite the challenges of aging and cognitive decline, she vividly recalls significant moments from her past, offering a poignant glimpse into her life. As her memories emerge, they reveal the richness of her experiences and the resilience of her spirit amidst the constraints of her current reality.

From the bestselling author of Hakon's Saga comes the first in a series of stories about Olaf Tryggvason, one of the most legendary kings of the Viking Age. Norway, AD 958. The Northern realm is once again at war. The exiled sons of Erik Bloodaxe have returned with the help of the Danes and have slain King Hakon. They now come for Hakon's heir, Jarl Trygvi. Trygvi's wife, Astrid, and young son, Olaf, flee their home with the aid of their household warriors. Pursued by the Bloodaxe brood, the family escapes east, through the dark, forested land of the Swedes and across the treacherous East Sea. But the gods are fickle and the group is torn apart, leaving them to fend for themselves in Forged by Iron, a must-read for all who enjoy action-packed historical fiction.