The Sequel to The Cripple and The Shielmaiden. After years Torhild learns to love again. But the stains of her broken heart are still there and the memory doesn't dissapear, especially because of her son, who has the same coldstone blue eyes from his father. When Hvitserk comes back from his raid her mother gets news from English soil involving a legacy from king Ecbert. And it is Torhild her task to rise to the throne and bring the saxons and vikings together. But is she ready to face Ivar again and tell him he has a son?

Steena grew up with Ivar, she loved him her whole life. When her life is turned upside down, she can express her feelings for him.