This was something completely different for me and I found that I enjoyed it. I am trying to get out of my comfort zone when it comes to the books I read and this certainly did that for me.
Clash of Kings by MJ Porter
Series: Brunanburh #3
Genres: Historical Fiction

Can the Norse and the Scots exact their revenge over the mighty King Athelstan of the English? AD937 After the slaughter field of Brunanburh, a defeated Olaf Gothfrithson of the Dublin Norse and Constantin of the Scots narrowly escaped with their lives. In their kingdoms, failure has left them demoralised and weak. Olaf licks his wounds in Dublin, whilst Constantin and the Welsh kingdoms who defied King Athelstan, are once more forced to bend the knee. As Athelstan’s reputation grows stronger day by day, their need to exact revenge on the overmighty and triumphant Athelstan has never been greater. Olaf sets his sights on reclaiming the lost kingdom of Jorvik only for tragedy to strike at the heart of England and a reluctant new King, Edmund steps in the fray. While England mourns the death of their warrior King, her enemies gather on her borders and England stands alone against the might of the Norse, Welsh and Scots. Can the new King be victorious and banish her enemies once and for all or will England, and its king lose all that’s been gained and succumb to a new pretender? An epic tale of kinsmanship, greed and power.

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Olaf Gothfrithson of the Dublin Norse and Constantin of the Scots are returning from a battle that ended in defeat and disappointment. Narrowly escaping with their lives, both men now grapple with a sense of weakness and demoralization. While Olaf chooses to maintain a low profile in Dublin, Constantin and the Welsh Kingdoms, once defiant against King Athelstan, are compelled to submit as the monarch’s influence strengthens. Despite these setbacks, whispers of revenge circulate, leaving the looming question: will they succeed, or is more disappointment in store?

Meanwhile, Olaf’s hopes of reclaiming the lost kingdom of Jorvik are dashed when tragedy strikes, leading to the reluctant crowning of a new king. As England mourns its departed ruler, enemies seize the opportunity to challenge the vulnerable nation, pitting it against the might of the Norse, Welsh, and Scots. Can the new King secure victory and permanently repel the invaders, or is England destined to yield to a new, ruthless ruler?

M J Porter’s Clash of Kings is a meticulously crafted historical epic that immerses readers in a world filled with action, adventure, intrigue, and tension. The narrative unfolds with vividly portrayed characters, heart-stopping battle scenes, and shrewd political maneuvers. This captivating and brilliantly written tale is sure to delight fans of historical fiction.

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