The half-drowned king : a novel
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Published
New York, NY : Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, [2017].
Format
Book
Edition
First edition.
Status
John & Judy Gay Library - Adult Science Fiction & Fantasy
SF HAR
1 available
SF HAR
1 available
Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library - Adult Science Fiction & Fantasy
SF HAR
1 available
SF HAR
1 available
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| Location | Call Number | Status |
|---|---|---|
| John & Judy Gay Library - Adult Science Fiction & Fantasy | SF HAR | On Shelf |
| Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library - Adult Science Fiction & Fantasy | SF HAR | On Shelf |
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Published
New York, NY : Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, [2017].
Edition
First edition.
Physical Desc
431 pages ; 24 cm
Language
English
Notes
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 431).
Citation/References
Booklist,,June 01, 2017
Citation/References
Library Journal,,May 15, 2017
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Publishers Weekly,,June 12, 2017
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Kirkus Reviews,,June 01, 2017
Description
An exhilarating saga of the Vikings that conjures a brutal, superstitious, and thrilling ninth-century world and the birth of a kingdom-the debut installment in a historical literary trilogy that combines the bold imagination and sweeping narrative power of Game of Thrones, Vikings, and Outlander.
Centuries ago, in a blood-soaked land ruled by legendary gods and warring men, a prophecy foretold of a high king who would come to reign over all of the north. . . .
Ragnvald Eysteinsson, the son and grandson of kings, grew up believing that he would one day take his dead father's place as chief of his family's lands. But, sailing home from a raiding trip to Ireland, the young warrior is betrayed and left for dead by men in the pay of his greedy stepfather, Olaf. Rescued by a fisherman, Ragnvald is determined to have revenge for his stepfather's betrayal, claim his birthright and the woman he loves, and rescue his beloved sister Svanhild. Opportunity may lie with Harald of Vestfold, the strong young Norse warrior rumored to be the prophesied king. Ragnvald pledges his sword to King Harald, a choice that will hold enormous consequence in the years to come.
While Ragnvald's duty is to fight-and even die-for his honor, Svanhild must make an advantageous marriage, though her adventurous spirit yearns to see the world. Her stepfather, Olaf, has arranged a husband for her-a hard old man she neither loves nor desires. When the chance to escape Olaf's cruelty comes at the hands of her brother's arch rival, the shrewd young woman is forced to make a heartbreaking choice: family or freedom.
Set in a mystical and violent world defined by honor, loyalty, deceit, passion, and courage, The Half-Drowned King is an electrifying adventure that breathtakingly illuminates the Viking world and the birth of Scandinavia.
Target Audience
Adult,Brodart.
Target Audience
Adult,Brodart.
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Hartsuyker, L. (2017). The half-drowned king: a novel (First edition.). Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Hartsuyker, Linnea. 2017. The Half-drowned King: A Novel. Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Hartsuyker, Linnea. The Half-drowned King: A Novel Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, 2017.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Hartsuyker, Linnea. The Half-drowned King: A Novel First edition., Harper, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, 2017.
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