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Riddle of the Gods is the riveting fourth novel in the best-selling series chronicling the life and adventures of one of Norway’s most controversial kings, Olaf Tryggvason. It is AD 976. Olaf Tryggvason, the renegade prince of Norway, has lost his beloved wife to a tragedy that turns the lords of the land he rules against him. With his family gone and his future uncertain, Olaf leaves his realm and embarks on a decades-long quest to discover his course in life. Though his journey brings him power and wealth, it is not until he encounters the strange man in the streets of Dublin that his path to fame unfolds. And in that moment, he is forced to make a choice as the gods look on – a choice that could, at worst, destroy him and at best, ensure his name lives on forever.Praise for Riddle of the “If you want to experience the Viking Age as it really must have felt, then read this book. I know of few novelists who can transport you there with greater skill and accuracy than Eric Schumacher. A gripping, intelligent novel of the Viking world.” – Theodore Brun, historical fiction author”Full of rousing battles and journeys over land and sea, Riddle of the Gods sees the protagonists strained and broken in ways not encountered in the earlier volumes.” – Rowdy Geirsson, Viking author”A truly well-written book which has the reader gripped and yearning for more.” – Stacy Townend, historical fiction author
327 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication March 25, 2024
REVIEW
A riveting tale from start to finish. The battle between the Old Gods and the New Christianity takes the protagonists on unexpected paths. An emotional roller coaster, especially for Torgil, the reader is immersed in the attitudes and customs of the time. Changes that fuel the author’s plotline keep the reader glued to the pages. Having enjoyed the previous books in the series, I was even more impressed with this evocative tale. Kudos to the author. 5 Stars
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