Book description
From SUNDAY TIMES bestselling author Kate Heartfield comes a glorious, lyrical retelling of one of Norse mythology's greatest epics
Brynhild is a Valkyrie: shieldmaiden of the Allfather, chooser of the slain. But now she too has fallen, flightless in her exile.
Gudrun is a princess of Burgundy, a daughter…
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1 author picked The Valkyrie as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This is a beautiful retelling of the Norse myths, an enchanting story about Brynhild, a banished Valkyrie, and Gudrun, a Burgundian princess facing a deadly enemy.
I loved this book because it was thoroughly researched and yet managed to offer a new perspective and portray an intriguing bond between two brave and powerful women. I enjoyed the lyrical prose, beautiful descriptions, and clever historical details.
From Jelena's list on folklore and fairy-tale inspired fantasy for dark winter nights.
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