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Shieldmaiden Marianne Whiting

Shieldmaiden By Marianne Whiting

Shieldmaiden by Marianne Whiting


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Summary

Sigrid is the daughter of a runaway Norwegian princess and a warrior who was once Harald Finehair's housekarl. She grows up on a farm by Loweswater but her childhood comes to an abrupt end when her father is outlawed and killed, her home is burnt and the rest of her family disappears...

Shieldmaiden Summary

Shieldmaiden by Marianne Whiting

934. Cumbria is in turmoil. The English fight Vikings for political supremacy in the North, whilst the traditional Viking way of life is threatened as Christianity advances against the worship of Norse gods. Against this background, Sigrid embarks on a quest for justice and security for herself and her children. Her only option is to appeal to the King of Norway to reverse his judgement on her father and allow her to inherit the family farm, but Norway is far away and Sigrid is a daughter of an outlaw with only her wits and her sword skills to help her cause. Recruiting a small but gallant force of allies, she sets out to regain her birth-right. During her quest, she encounters kings, warriors and villains. While her fighting skills earn her admiration and rewards, she also begins to understand about duty, honour and loyalty, changing from a headstrong teenager into a respected warrior woman.

Shieldmaiden Reviews

A gripping adventure with a bold, uncompromising heroine, written in the true Nordic tradition. This is storytelling at its best. -- Chris d'Lacey * The Last Dragon Chronicles *
Packed with atmosphere and adventure, Shieldmaiden is a compelling saga indeed. -- Rod Duncan * the Riot trilogy *
Well-written and wonderfully told -- Deborah Previte

About Marianne Whiting

Marianne Whiting is a Swedish-born, Leicestershire-based writer with a love of the Lake District and the Cumbrian mountains who grew up on stories about Vikings, their daring raids and brave deeds, but also their lives as farmers, traders and explorers. She is particularly interested in the status of women in Viking society and how it changed with the spread of Christianity. Marianne, a writer of historical fiction and poetry, has previously written Modern Knights Don't Wear Armour.

Additional information

GOR008046107
9781780882970
1780882971
Shieldmaiden by Marianne Whiting
Used - Good
Paperback
Troubador Publishing
20121001
288
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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