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Peaceweaver
Peaceweaver (Legacy of Beowulf)
Peaceweaver
Rebecca Barnhouse
This is historical fantasy at its best. Sixteen-year-old Hild has always been a favorite of her uncle, king of the Shylfings. So when she protects her cousin the crown prince from a murderous traitor, she expects the king to be grateful. Instead, she is unjustly accused of treachery herself.As punishment, her uncle sends Hild far away to the heir of the enemy king, Beowulf, to try to weave peace between the two kingdoms. She must leave her home and everyone she loves. On the long and perilous journey, Hild soon discovers that fatigue and rough terrain are the least of her worries. Something is following her and her small band of guards—some kind of foul creature that tales say lurks in the fens. Will Hild have to face the monster? Or does it offer her the perfect chance to escape the destiny she never chose?Rebecca Barnhouse's companion to The Coming of the Dragon is sure to appeal to younger fans of Tamora Pierce, Esther Friesner, and Shannon Hale.
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Book Details

Genre: 

  • Adventure
  • Fantasy

Age Level: 

  • 8 - 12
Peaceweaver review by KjOls
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KjOls

Hild is the sister-daughter of King Ragnar of the Shyflings. She was a favorite of her uncle until the day she ran across a training field, controlled by a strange instinct,to keep her cousin, the heir to the throne, from being assassinated. In doing so, she killed her cousin's would-be murderer with a borrowed sword without realizing what she was doing until it was over. To Hild's surprise, her uncle is not pleased to have his heir safe, but instead is furious at her deed.

Rating:
5
Five Star Award
Content Rating:

Content rating - nothing offensive
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