King Aethelred’s grip on the English throne grows more precarious by the day. His misguided policies—shaped by his inner circle of bishops—have not brought peace, but instead opened the floodgates to further Viking incursions. Sweyn Forkbeard, the fearsome battle-king of the Danes, is growing ever more bloodthirsty and relentless in his quest to conquer England….
Peter Gibbons
Pendragon by Peter Gibbons | Book Review
This is a much more realistic retelling of King Arthur. In this book Arthur doesn’t come across as a myth so much as as a regular man. If that makes any sort of sense. In other stories there is this unreal quality about him but here we see him more human than myth. Peter Gibbons…
Sword of Vengeance by Peter Gibbons | Book Review
In the aftermath of the intense Battle of Maldon, the protagonist Beornoth is in dire straits, and Brand must exert every effort to ensure his survival. This poignant and pivotal start to the story delves into loss and the brutal aftermath of the battle, showcasing Brand’s strength as he persists despite the emotional toll. The…
