The Edge on the Sword

from MaRiAs8

This book was mostly about a young girl who had to get married to a man she didnt know. At the end the person who looks out after her dies in a fight to ptotect her. She gets very sad and she becomes very strong and more fearce in her journey to go marry her future husband.

from sarahashwood

I really enjoyed this book. The author clearly put tons of research into this historical novel, and it showed. You can get lost in the world she re-creates without losing the storyline. I would highly recommend this book to anyone with an interest in Old English time periods, the history of Brita...

from aprille

This book concerns the arranged marriage of the daughter of King Alfred with Aethelred, Earl of Mercia. She must leave her childhood home and prepare herself to live someplace new. She turns out to be an effective military leader, taking control of the company of guards that were detailed to acco...

from Medievalgirl

Though technically a children's book, The Edge on the Sword is a satisfying read for adults as well. The story is a speculative account a year in the teenage life of Æthelflæd, firstborn daughter of Alfred the Great, who would become known as 'The Lady of the Mercians'. Sixteen year-old 'Flead st...

from supersam

I like it because I think it sayes that you can"t be a little kid forever.