The Ice King
Several years ago Arthur, the illegitimate son of King Artor and Lady Elayne, had been captured by a Dene raiding party and taken to the Dene Kingdom far to the north of Britain. Under the leadership and guidance of Stormbringer, the Sae Dene king, Arthur has honed his skills as a leader and military commander. Desperate to return to Britain to carve out a realm for himself he must put together a band of followers willing to return with him to establish his dream. However, first he must contend with the paranoid, murderous Dene High King, Saxon raiders, a traitor, Justinian’s disease – and a dragon which only exists in his mind.
This is the third book of the Twilight of the Celts. Very enjoyable, the author brings alive the whole bloody, dark period with characters that are dynamic, violent, superstitious, and incredibly brave. The action sequences are realistic without being gratuitous. This is a welcome addition to the Arthurian genre. Although part of a series, this novel can be read as a standalone. Strap on your sword, put on your furs – it’s cold – and enjoy. Recommended.
