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Rise of Bloodaxe: Book 11 in the Viking Blood and Blade Saga
If you like Bernard Cornwell, Conn Iggulden, David Gemmell and John Gwynne, you will love this epic Viking adventure packed with battles, treachery, blood and gore.
886AD. The fierce Vikings stormed across Europe and beyond with their swift longships, hungry for conquest, glory and wealth.
Hundr , Northman with a dog’s name… Harald Fairhair’ s reign is threatened by battle hardened warriors… and Erik Bloodaxe seeks his destiny.
In Viking-age Norway, legendary sea-jarl Hundr helps Prince Erik Bloodaxe claim a northern jarldom, only to watch his foster-son fall under the sway of a powerful seeress and turn on kin, friends, and sacred honour. As betrayal burns through Norway, Hundr, Einar, and Hermoth must survive, rebuild, and choose drengskapr over ambition before Erik’s hunger for the crown consumes them all.
Hundr and Einar must navigate the savage Viking world and survive brutal attacks in this fast past adventure with unforgettable characters.
Rise of Bloodaxe continues the unmissable Viking historical fiction saga series which began with Award Winning Author Peter Gibbons' debut novel Viking Blood and Blade.
886AD. The fierce Vikings stormed across Europe and beyond with their swift longships, hungry for conquest, glory and wealth.
Hundr , Northman with a dog’s name… Harald Fairhair’ s reign is threatened by battle hardened warriors… and Erik Bloodaxe seeks his destiny.
In Viking-age Norway, legendary sea-jarl Hundr helps Prince Erik Bloodaxe claim a northern jarldom, only to watch his foster-son fall under the sway of a powerful seeress and turn on kin, friends, and sacred honour. As betrayal burns through Norway, Hundr, Einar, and Hermoth must survive, rebuild, and choose drengskapr over ambition before Erik’s hunger for the crown consumes them all.
Hundr and Einar must navigate the savage Viking world and survive brutal attacks in this fast past adventure with unforgettable characters.
Rise of Bloodaxe continues the unmissable Viking historical fiction saga series which began with Award Winning Author Peter Gibbons' debut novel Viking Blood and Blade.
317 pages, Hardcover
Published September 30, 2026
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October 12, 2026
His best yet!
I've been reading Mr. Gibbons for years and this is by far his best yet! My Gods, it's one of the best books that I've ever read. And I read a lot. There's so many twists and turns in the storyline you won't be able to put the book down until you finish it. I cannot wait for the next one!
I've been reading Mr. Gibbons for years and this is by far his best yet! My Gods, it's one of the best books that I've ever read. And I read a lot. There's so many twists and turns in the storyline you won't be able to put the book down until you finish it. I cannot wait for the next one!
October 17, 2026
This book was full of fighting, gore, and betrayal As many of Einar, and Hundr closest friends and allies were killed by a very distraught prince who wants to take over Norway and he doesn't care who he hurts. This book sadly ends on a huge cliffhanger.
October 13, 2026
Very good yarn … as always !
Great to see Hundr & Einar back in the fray . Written at a pace that compels you to keep turning the page . Very , very enjoyable !
Great to see Hundr & Einar back in the fray . Written at a pace that compels you to keep turning the page . Very , very enjoyable !
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