Beobrand has land, men and riches. He should be content. And yet he
cannot find peace until his enemies are food for the ravens. But before
Beobrand can embark on his bloodfeud, King Oswald orders him southward,
to escort holy men bearing sacred relics. When Penda of Mercia marches a
warhost into the southern kingdoms, Beobrand and his men are thrown into
the midst of the conflict. Beobrand soon finds himself fighting for his
life and his honor. In the chaos that grips the south, dark secrets are
exposed, bringing into question much that Beobrand had believed true.
Can he unearth the answers and exact the vengeance he craves? Or will
the blood-price prove too high, even for a warrior of his battle-fame
and skill?