A young Viking boy flees his homeland and cruel stepfather to join his real father – a legendary warrior living in Dublin. His ambition is to gain honour through battle and brave deeds, using his powerful sword, the Truth Seeker. But he soon learns that not all battle is glorious, not all death honourable, and that sometimes your enemies have as much to teach you as your own people.

A powerful coming-of-age story, set against the turbulent background of Viking raids, feudal battles

and the bloody demands of the god Odin.

'One of the most impressive books I've read this year ... A fascinating book.'

'Truly compelling reading.'

'This is a very well-researched and turbulent tale that spares no punches in its description of bloody battles and savage rituals.'