by Ken Follett
Part of Kingsbridge
Rating: 3.50 (1 ratings)
First published 2020
In the year 997 CE, England teeters on the edge of change. Ambitious lords jockey for power as a Viking horde looms. Amidst the chaos, a young boatbuilder, a feisty noblewoman, and an ambitious monk find their fates intertwined. As they navigate political intrigue and personal desire, their choices will determine the future of a nation. Follett weaves a spellbinding tale of adventure, loyalty, and the indomitable human spirit.
Genres: historical-fiction, adventure, historical-romance, political-thriller
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: found-family, political-machinations
Setting: England
Period: 997 CE
913 pages · Paperback · Penguin Books