{"product_id":"warrior-and-protector-paperback-1","title":"Warrior and Protector - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003ePeter Gibbons\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe start of a series - an unputdownable fast paced adventure, filled with unforgettable characters. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeace lies in tatters. The Viking's are bloodthirsty for revenge. Who will rise to repel these invaders?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e989 AD.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlfred the Great's dream of a united England has been forged by his daughter Aethelfaed and grandson, King Aethelstan.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Vikings have been expelled from York following the death of Erik Bloodaxe, and for two generations there has been peace between Saxon and Dane.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA new Viking warlord Olaf Tryggvason seeks revenge for Bloodaxe's death and the slaughter that followed, and has set his sights on a fresh assault on England's shores. With Skarde Wartooth they set sail for Saxon lands, hungry for glory, conquest and vengeance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeornoth, a brutal and battle-hardened Saxon Thegn, is called to arms to fight and protect the Saxon people from the savage Norse invaders. On a personal crusade, he joins the army of Byrthnoth, Lord of the east Saxons in a desperate fight against the bloodthirsty Vikings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeornoth must lay his own demons to bed, survive vicious attacks and find redemption for his tragic past.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you like Bernard Cornwell, Simon Scarrow, Conn Iggulden, and David Gemmell you will love this epic Saxon adventure packed with battles, Vikings, and adventure.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for Warrior and Protector: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEpic, brutal action, a flawed hero defending his people while fighting his own demons, implacable ruthless invaders, treacherous nobles, Warrior and Protector has them all'- -\u003cem\u003eMatthew Harffy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis first book has been brilliant. Fast paced, great characters and an unputdownable read - more of the same please!' - \u003cem\u003eReader Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBloody and brutal, everything you want from a novel about 10th century England. Peter's vivid writing really brings the story to life. - \u003cem\u003eDonovan Cook\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a very fast-paced and action packed novel, which personally I enjoyed. The author also has a solid knowledge of this epoch, right down to the particulars of every day life, which is impressive in itself and really helps bring the story to life. I recommend!- - \u003cem\u003eReader Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA superbly atmospheric tale of redemption that pitches the English against Viking raiders and resounds with the fierceness of battle-hardened warriors' - \u003cem\u003eMJ Porter\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGreat book, gritty, action packed and informative. This first instalment sets up future books well, and will presumably culminate in the battle of Maldon. - \u003cem\u003eReader Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThunderously atmospheric! Gibbons once again proves himself a master of Viking \u0026amp; Dark Age lore. - \u003cem\u003eGordon Doherty\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e;Fast paced page turner, reminiscent of Bernard Cornwall. Strong characters, intrique and frequent battles held my interest. Hope there is a sequel. - \u003cem\u003eReader Review\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbsolutely cracking. The best Viking saga I've read in years. A joy to pick up again. - \u003cem\u003eRoss Greenwood\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 264\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.66 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 20, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50983736541323,"sku":"9781806583621","price":41.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0670\/2579\/7259\/files\/uvL2jNQhd19781806583621.webp?v=1793300197","url":"https:\/\/thetaletrade.com\/products\/warrior-and-protector-paperback-1","provider":"The Tale Trade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}