The Sea Queen

Six years have passed since Svanhild, sister to King Ragnvald of Sogn, left to marry the renegade Solvi. Now on opposite sides of alliances, brother and sister fall prey to the tensions building as King Harald gathers forces to rule one united Norway. Solvi, landless and outlawed, moves from settlement to settlement, while Svanhild, tired of living on the open sea, longs to set down roots for her young son. However, Solvi is not inclined to live on the land, and a terrible tragedy forces Svanhild to make life-altering decisions. Teens will get a glimpse into the hardships of ninth-century Scandinavia, where harsh weather is matched by a culture that lives by rules hinging on family, loyalties, fairness, and revenge. Though Svanhild wants to settle down, she is an adventurer at heart and will do what it takes to support those she loves—in battle, if necessary. But what price will she pay for taking a stance? Built on Scandinavian legends, this tale describes a turbulent time in Norwegian history. Readers will be on the edge of their seats as they follow both sides in the growing conflict for land, power, and family.