Warrior and Protector: The start of a BRAND NEW fast-paced, unforgettable historical adventure series from Peter Gibbons

The start of a series, Warrior and Protector is an unputdownable fast-paced adventure filled with unforgettable characters. In 989 AD, Alfred the Great's dream of a united England has been forged by his daughter Aethelfaed and grandson, King Aethelstan. However, a new Viking warlord, Olaf Tryggvason, seeks revenge for the death of Erik Bloodaxe and the slaughter that followed. Beornoth, a brutal and battle-hardened Saxon Thegn, is called to arms to fight and protect the Saxon people from the savage Norse invaders. He joins the army of Byrthnoth, Lord of the east Saxons, in a desperate fight against the bloodthirsty Vikings.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 328 pages
Publication date: 31 October 2022
Publisher: Boldwood Books Ltd

In the year 989 AD, Alfred the Great's vision of a united England is brought to fruition through the efforts of his daughter Aethelfaed and grandson, King Aethelstan. The Vikings, having been expelled from York following the demise of Erik Bloodaxe, have enjoyed a period of peace for two generations. However, a new Viking warlord, Olaf Tryggvason, emerges with a thirst for revenge and aims to launch a fresh assault on the shores of England. Accompanied by the fierce Skarde Wartooth, Olaf sets sail for Saxon lands, driven by a desire for glory, conquest, and retribution.

Among the Saxon warriors called to defend their homeland is Beornoth, a rugged and battle-hardened Thegn. Beornoth, driven by a personal crusade, joins the army of Byrthnoth, Lord of the east Saxons, in a desperate battle against the bloodthirsty Vikings. He must confront his own demons, endure vicious attacks, and seek redemption for his tragic past.

Warrior and Protector is an epic Saxon adventure that encompasses battles, Vikings, and thrilling escapades. If you are a fan of authors such as Bernard Cornwell, Simon Scarrow, Conn Iggulden, and David Gemmell, this book is sure to captivate your imagination.

The novel is praised for its epic scale, brutal action, and flawed hero who battles his own demons while defending his people. The invaders are portrayed as implacable and ruthless, while the nobles are portrayed as treacherous. The story is filled with intense battles that evoke the fierceness of battle-hardened warriors.

Matthew Harffy, in his review, describes Warrior and Protector as an "epic" novel that delivers "brutal action, a flawed hero defending his people while fighting his own demons." Peter's vivid writing brings the story to life, making it a captivating read. Donovan Cook praises the novel for its "bloody and brutal" nature, stating that it delivers everything one could expect from a novel set in 10th-century England. Peter's vivid writing brings the story to life, making it a captivating read. MJ Porter praises the novel for its "thunderously atmospheric" tone, stating that Gibbons once again proves himself as a master of historical fiction.

Warrior and Protector is a must-read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction, epic battles, and thrilling adventures. It offers a vivid portrayal of 10th-century England and the clash between the English and the Vikings. With its flawed hero, intense action, and atmospheric writing, this novel is sure to leave a lasting impression on readers.

Weight: 262g
Dimension: 199 x 128 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781804834619