Blood of the Bear

More about the book

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.