Can’t-Wait Wednesday is a weekly meme hosted at Wishful Endings, to spotlight the books we’re excited about that we have yet to read.
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Stormcrow by Ben KaneExpected publication: May 23, 2024 by Orion
On the east coast of Ireland thirteen-year old Finn finds the sword of a slain Norseman, and with Odin’s raven watching, is given the name Stormcrow. When Finn’s family is torn apart by a random act of violence, and the sword lost, he embarks on a quest for revenge with his oldest friend, the shaman Vekel.
It is a path that will lead to the court of the High King of Ireland, Máel Sechnaill, and to the Norse city of Dyflin, ruled by Sigtrygg Silkbeard. Crewing on a longship, Stormcrow raids up and down the Irish coastline, seeking not just riches but vengeance for his murdered father. Against a backdrop of political alliances made and broken, battles won and lost, Stormcrow’s life as a Norse raider seems certain until he meets Sigtrygg’s new wife.
In the eye of the storm, Stormcrow dices with death yet again.
Only the gods know if he will survive.
I’ve loved Ben Kane’s books that were set in ancient Rome and I’m pretty certain I’ll love this one about vikings as well. It looks and sounds to be very epic!
Are you also looking forward to this book? What do you think of it?
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This sounds like fun! Especially if you have experience with the author already, I can see why you want to read this😁
Vikings are always a good choice!
I agree! You can’t go wrong with Vikings.
I’ve just finished a cracking read in a Norse setting – this time featuring a wonderful heroine. So this one sounds like it would be something to track down if I want to revisit this world. Thank you for sharing, Stephanie:).
That sounds epic Stephanie!
Stormcrow sounds so good! I am adding it to my wish list! I don’t think I’ve read anything by Ben Kane before. I hope you love this one when you read it, Stephanie!
This sounds like such an epic adventure indeed, hope you’ll love it!