A Burning Sea
A Burning Sea by Theodore Brun, published by Grove/Atlantic, Incorporated on September 29, 2020, is a historical fantasy novel comprising 496 pages. The story follows Erlan Aurvandil, who leaves his Northern homeland for the bustling city of Constantinople, only to face betrayal and enslavement at the hands of a Byzantine general. Concurrently, Lilla Sviggarsdottir, the Queen of Svealand, seeks Erlan’s aid after losing her husband and kingdom, embarking on a perilous journey to find him amidst the city’s turmoil.
Readers will encounter a richly woven narrative that explores themes of betrayal, survival, and the quest for freedom against a backdrop of political intrigue. As Erlan navigates the dangers of his captivity, Lilla’s determination to rescue him leads her into the heart of a city rife with corruption and impending conflict. The intertwining fates of Erlan and Constantinople unfold as whispers of war grow louder, challenging both characters to confront their destinies in a world on the brink of chaos.
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Erlan Aurvandil has turned his back on the past and his native Northern lands, taking a perilous journey to the greatest city in the world, Constantinople. But as his voyage ends, Erlan is brutally betrayed, captured and enslaved by a powerful Byzantine general. Meanwhile, Lilla Sviggarsdottir, Queen of Svealand, has lost her husband and with him, her father’s kingdom. Her life in danger, Lilla escapes to find Erlan, the one man who can save her, following his trail to the very gates of Constantinople. But corruption infests the city, and a dark tide is rising against the Emperor from within his own court. As the shadows darken and whispers of war begin to strengthen, Erlan’s fate becomes intertwined with that of the city. Are they both doomed to fall, or can freedom be won in the blood of battle?
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