Oath Bound by Richard Cullen is a historical adventure novel set in England in 1068. The story follows Styrkar, a Danish warrior who is the last surviving housecarl of King Harold Godwinson. After Harold’s death at the Battle of Hastings, Styrkar vows to avenge his king by killing the Norman invaders.
Styrkar sets out on a journey across England, seeking out his enemies. Along the way, he encounters a variety of characters, including a Breton knight, a Saxon princess, and a group of outlaws. He also faces many challenges, including battles, betrayal, and the threat of death.
Styrkar’s quest is a tale of revenge, honor, and courage. It is a well-written and exciting novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and adventure stories.
Here are some of the key themes of the novel:
- Revenge:Â Styrkar’s quest is motivated by his desire to avenge the death of his king. This theme is explored in depth throughout the novel, and it provides a strong emotional core for the story.
- Honor:Â Styrkar is a man of honor, and he is willing to die for his beliefs. This theme is also explored in depth, and it helps to make Styrkar a sympathetic and relatable character.
- Courage:Â Styrkar faces many challenges on his journey, and he must muster all of his courage to overcome them. This theme is evident throughout the novel, and it is one of the things that makes Styrkar such a compelling character.
Oath Bound is a well-written and exciting novel that will appeal to fans of historical fiction and adventure stories. It is a story of revenge, honor, and courage that will stay with readers long after they finish reading it.
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