Sword of the War God

Sword of the War God

An epic historical adventure of blood, vengeance and Norse legend, set against the violent collapse of the Roman Empire and the unstoppable rise of Attila the Hun.

In a world where empires are falling and ancient legends are becoming reality, one legendary weapon could decide the fate of Europe.

In 436 AD, the Burgundars believe the weakened Roman Empire is finally within their grasp. Their army is powerful, their victories have made them confident, and their king expects Rome to fall. Instead, their forces are annihilated. Their king is killed, their people scattered and their legendary treasure disappears into history. Years later, the balance of power has shifted dramatically. Attila and the Huns have become one of the most terrifying forces in Europe, and Attila is determined to find the lost Burgundar treasure. Among it lies the mythical Sword of the War God, a weapon said to make its bearer unbeatable. 

With Rome unable to defeat Attila through conventional warfare, an unlikely group of warriors may hold the key to survival. At their centre is a one-eyed old warlord from distant lands, whose experience, mysterious past and strange band of followers could provide the answer. But victory will demand more than courage. Oaths will be broken, alliances will collapse and the plains of Europe will become a battlefield where history and mythology collide. Tim Hodkinson weaves real fifth-century history together with Norse mythology, creating a sweeping narrative filled with brutal battles, political intrigue, betrayal, vengeance and larger-than-life characters. The result is a richly atmospheric adventure that explores how legends are born from the chaos of war—and how the desire for power can destroy even the strongest bonds. 

When gods, kings and warriors fight for the same prize, the line between legend and history disappears.

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