Early ninth century. A Saxon boy and his mother are captured during a Viking raid, placing the child inside a warrior society he has every reason to fear. An ageing one-armed fighter becomes an unexpected protector and helps him earn the freedom that allows him to choose a place among the Norsemen rather than remain their slave.
His new allegiance does not bring security. Rivalries within the clan force Dragonheart and a new jarl to take their followers to sea in search of somewhere they can settle. Their voyage leads to the Isle of Man, where possession of land must be defended against enemies who have their own claims. The novel follows the boy’s transformation from captive to member of a community whose survival depends on loyalty, seamanship and violence.
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