Warriors of the Storm: A Novel (Saxon Tales, 9)

The Last Kingdom by Bernard Cornwell is a gripping historical fiction novel that follows the epic saga of the making of England.

As the ninth installment in the series, this book promises to deliver the same level of excitement and suspense as its predecessors.

With a fragile peace reigning in Wessex, Mercia, and East Anglia, King Alfred's son Edward and daughter Aethelflaed rule the kingdoms.

However, forces are gathering against Uhtred of Bebbanburg, the kingdoms' greatest warrior, who controls northern Mercia from the strongly fortified city of Chester.

The Northmen, led by the fierce warrior Ragnall Ivarson, are mounting raids and threatening to overwhelm Uhtred's position.

As tensions rise, Uhtred must navigate treacherous family loyalties and political commitments to find a path through the struggle.

With its engaging characters, gripping plot, and vivid depictions of historical events, The Last Kingdom is sure to captivate fans of Bernard Cornwell and historical fiction alike.