Jarl Dragonheart and his Ulfheonar are ageing. Is it time for him to sheathe his sword and watch his grandchildren grow? When Klakke Blue Cheek, a Dane with grand ambitions, embroils Jarl Dragonheart in an attempt to take Wessex then all thoughts of peace are forgotten. Filled with battles and intrigue the Dragonheart finds parts of his past and those of his ancestors come to change his future.