AD 636, Anglo-Saxon Britain: 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?