The Burning Land

Historical Fiction Adventure Fiction War Fiction

Description

In the fifth installment of this epic saga, Uhtred of Bebbanburg, the renowned "lord of battles," finds himself caught between personal vengeance and the fate of a kingdom. Despite his triumphs and loyalties, betrayal and tragedy continue to shadow his path as the ailing King Alfred demands his service. Uhtred must defend the nascent Christian kingdom against the formidable Danes, a task that pits him against a woman more dangerous than any warrior, the enigmatic Skade. Torn between his Viking upbringing and his Saxon allegiances, Uhtred's sharp mind and sharper sword are tested as he navigates a treacherous landscape of faith, power, and love.