Viking Boy
by Tony Bradman
Buy on AmazonGunnar is the son of a Viking chieftain, living peacefully on his family steading with his mother, father and their people, until they are raided by Skuli and his Wolf Men, who raze his home to the ground and take his father's life. Gunnar swears an oath to avenge his father's death and save his mother from Skuli. He becomes a warrior, and finds that he has a greater destiny than his own story to fulfil. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.
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"This can be read as a counter to Riddle of the Runes . While I went for historical context and a compelling mystery with a female lead, Bradman has more fantasy/supernatural elements and a male protagonist. Sign up here for our newsletter featuring the best children’s and young adult books, as recommended by authors, teachers, librarians and, of course, kids. But it is couched in excellent research on the period and brings the Viking world to life in a vivid and dramatic way."
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