Dublin, 902. The Celts take the city. My wife is murdered. With my son and a band of survivors, I flee to the wild lands of Cumbria. There we carve out a new life—filled with battles, adventures, and unexpected love. I remarry a Saxon Christian girl, though I remain pagan. We struggle not only with enemies and hardship, but with the clash of faiths and cultures that define the age.
The journey ends at Carlisle's slave market, where decisions are made that shape our future, and with the founding of the hamlet of Stedholme—"farm on an island"—which still exists today.
The Viking is more than a story of survival. It's a tale of progress and resilience in a world both brutal and beautiful.
What Makes This Book Special:
- Rich historical detail of 10th century Britain
- Compelling character development and relationships
- Authentic portrayal of Viking and Saxon cultures
- Exploration of faith, survival, and human resilience
- Connection to real historical locations that exist today