
The Burning Land
4.0 (1
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Action & Adventure
Health & Wellness
Format
Paperback
Pages
336
Language
English
Published
Nov 2, 2009
Publisher
HarperCollins
ISBN-10
000721975X
ISBN-13
9780007219759
Description
In the twilight of the ninth century, the fate of England hangs in the balance as King Alfred of Wessex faces his declining health. Tensions rise within the kingdom, where the threat of Viking invasions looms ever closer. Uncertainty grips Wessex as Alfred's heir remains untested, leaving the kingdom vulnerable at a crucial moment in its history.
Amidst these challenges, a tapestry of loyalty, betrayal, and heroism unfolds. Characters navigate a landscape riddled with skirmishes and political intrigue, where every decision could tip the scales between survival and destruction. As alliances are forged and broken, the struggle for power brings to light the raw essence of humanity in the face of adversity. The narrative captures the grit and determination of those who strive to protect their homeland from the encroaching darkness, highlighting the enduring spirit of a nation at a crossroads.
Amidst these challenges, a tapestry of loyalty, betrayal, and heroism unfolds. Characters navigate a landscape riddled with skirmishes and political intrigue, where every decision could tip the scales between survival and destruction. As alliances are forged and broken, the struggle for power brings to light the raw essence of humanity in the face of adversity. The narrative captures the grit and determination of those who strive to protect their homeland from the encroaching darkness, highlighting the enduring spirit of a nation at a crossroads.
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