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Set in 9th‑century Norway, the first book of Linnea Hartsuyker’s debut trilogy follows a young warrior who becomes the most trusted advisor to King Harald the Fair‑Haired. Amid a turbulent era of political intrigue, shifting alliances, and fierce battles, the narrative chronicles Harald’s rise to power and the early formation of Norway’s monarchy. Fans of vivid historical settings and epic adventures will find the story rich with the atmosphere of the Viking age.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Fantasy/Historical Fantasy
Authors: Linnea Hartsuyker
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