England, 11th century-a kingdom balanced on the edge of chaos. From the iron-fisted rule of King Cnut to the pious reign of Edward the Confessor, the struggle for power shapes the destiny of a nation. Amid the clash of cultures and the whisper of swords, one family stands at the crossroads of history: the De Wusters.
Bound by ambition and torn by loyalty, the De Wusters navigate a world where alliances shift like the tides and betrayal lurks behind every oath. As Danish conquerors impose their will and Anglo-Saxon traditions fight for survival, the family's choices echo through the halls of power-choices that will determine not only their fate but the future of England itself.
Will they rise with the tide of change or be swept away by it? Immerse yourself in a tale of courage, faith, and intrigue set against the backdrop of one of England's most transformative eras. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and Ken Follett, this sweeping saga blends gripping drama with meticulous historical detail, bringing to life the men and women who shaped a kingdom on the brink of Norman conquest.