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Shield Maiden

By Sharon Emmerichs
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Shield Maiden by Sharon Emmerichs is a captivating tale set in a richly detailed fantasy world. It follows the journey of an unlikely heroine as she navigates a realm filled with epic battles and powerful forces, discovering her hidden strengths and forging alliances along the way. The narrative seamlessly blends elements of classic heroism with a fresh perspective, creating an engaging and imaginative adventure.
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You might enjoy this book if you're captivated by tales of Norse mythology and strong, determined female protagonists. Dive into a world where powerful warriors and mythical creatures collide, offering readers a blend of fantasy and thrilling adventures. It's perfect for those who appreciate richly woven narratives with historical twists.

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Refocusing the narrative on a fierce young woman reclaiming her power, Shield Maiden is a fantasy novel that rewrites Beowulf.

Refocusing the narrative on a fierce young woman reclaiming her power, Shield Maiden is a fantasy novel that will upend everything you think you know about Beowulf.

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Shield Maiden is a lush fantasy that is both epic and intimate. Refocusing the narrative on a fierce young woman reclaiming her power, it will upend everything you think you know about Beowulf.

Fryda has grown up hearing tales of her uncle, King Beowulf, and his spectacular defeat of the monstrous Grendel. Her one desire is to become a shield maiden in her own right, but a terrible accident during her childhood has thwarted this dream. Yet still, somehow, she feels an uncontrollable power begin to rise within herself.

The last thing Fryda wants is to be forced into a political marriage, especially as her heart belongs to her lifelong friend, Theow. However, as foreign kings and chieftains descend upon her home to celebrate Beowulf's fifty years as the king of Geatland, the partnership begins to seem inevitable.

That is, until, amidst the lavish gifts and drunken revelry, a discovery is made that threatens the safety of Fryda's entire clan – and her own life. Incensed by this betrayal, Fryda resolves to fight for her people no matter the cost. As a queen should. As a shield maiden would.

And as the perilous situation worsens, Fryda's powers seem only to grow stronger. But she is not the only one to feel the effects of her newfound battle-magic. For, buried deep in her gilded lair, a dragon is drawn to Fryda's untamed power, and is slowly awakening from a long, cursed sleep...

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Shield Maiden by Sharon Emmerichs is praised for its blend of mythological fantasy and romance, featuring a heroine with great determination and spirit. It's noted for its spellbinding detail and compelling plot, offering a novel perspective on familiar sagas. Reviewers describe the book as both fantastic fun and an engaging tale of power and peril.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781804545577

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Head of Zeus -- an AdAstra Book

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 284g

Pages: 416

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About the Author

Sharon Emmerichs was born in Sweden to American parents and grew up in Wisconsin near Lake Michigan. She has been a writer all her life, from the time she scribbled 'words' and pictures on pieces of paper, stapled them together, and called it a book. Her love of stories later translated into an English degree, and then she went on to get her MA and PhD in medieval and early modern literature... and because she collects degrees the way some people collect stamps or baseball cards, she graduated her creative writing MFA in fiction in 2021. She is an Associate Professor of Shakespeare and medieval literature in beautiful Alaska, where she lives with Juneau, the derpiest Siberian husky ever.

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