The Weaver and the Witch Queen by Genevieve Gornichec

In a captivating blend of Viking Age history and myth, "The Witch’s Heart" author returns with a powerful novel intertwining the lives of two women: Oddny, desperate to save her missing sister, and Gunnhild, a witch destined to become Norway's queen.

Oddny and Gunnhild meet as children in tenth-century Norway, their paths diverging as they grow. Oddny, yearning for a quiet life, is starkly contrasted by Gunnhild, who craves power and dreams of escaping her cruel mother. An ominous prophecy from a visiting wisewoman binds Oddny, her sister Signy, and Gunnhild together with a blood oath to always aid one another.

Tragedy strikes when Viking raiders destroy Oddny’s farm and kidnap Signy, leaving Oddny adrift from her envisioned peaceful life. Unyielding in her quest to rescue her sister, Oddny's journey becomes intertwined with that of one of the raiders. Meanwhile, in the far north, Gunnhild, having fled her oppressive home to master witchcraft, finds her fate unexpectedly connected to King Eirik, the formidable heir to Norway’s throne.

The narrative explores the powerful, enchanted bonds between the women, testing their limits as they navigate a world of magic, ambition, and loyalty. As their destinies intertwine, Oddny and Gunnhild’s paths converge once more, challenging them in unforeseen ways. This deeply moving novel celebrates the resilience of sisterhood and the enduring strength of promises forged in blood, set against the rich tapestry of Viking legend and lore.