Synopsis "Starkad the Old (in English)"
Blessed by Odin, cursed by Thor, Starkad was doomed to wander the world for three lifespans, committing a villainous act in each. Hated by the people, loved by murderers and tyrants, he sought only peace, but his destiny was endless war... The legendary viking warrior battles his way through three more savage adventures in the lands of Norse mythology: The story of Starkad the Old continues in a time of peace, with the ageing king Harald Wartooth ruling over the Northlands. However, the peace is soon to be shattered as war threatens to shake the land. During the Battle of Bravalla, many warriors will fall and cross the Rainbow Bridge to sit at Odin's right hand. After surviving the battle, King Hring is beset by enemies on all sides and fears for his kingdom. In a bid to strike a blow that will resound throughout the Northlands, he sends Starkad south to challenge the ruler of Burgundy. The Burgundians choose war, and Starkad must fight to defend his own honor and that of his king. As Starkad prepares for the coming fight, he wonders if he will finally meet his match. And as his three lifespans near their end, he must also contend with a deadly mission - the murder of his own liege lord. Will Starkad be able to fulfill his duty and escape vengeance, or does Valhalla await this grizzled old warrior? In this epic tale of honor, loyalty, and betrayal, follow Starkad as he fights for the future of his kingdom and faces the ultimate test of his courage and skill. "Starkad the Old" is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and Viking mythology.
