The Golden Wolf by Linnea Hartsuyker

This is the third and final (gasp!) installment of a fascinating trilogy that recreates the adventure, blood lust and heart of the Viking culture. Ragnvald and his family are caught in the grips of war but he still clings to the hope of peace and his loyalty to King Harald who waffles on almost every decision. Ragnvald's sister will be cast off and travel to Iceland in hopes of finding her kidnapped daughter and his sons will leave as they are exiled or led astray by dreams of rebellion. A first-rate saga, meticulously researched and written so vividly you feel as if the sea spray is hitting you as you are drawn in by the heartfelt characters. This series is for you if you dream of conquering new lands, appreciate ancient history and mythology and have a thing for hard as nails Viking warrior women with heart.