From Kate Heartfield comes a lyrical, feminist retelling of one of Norse mythology’s greatest epics—where legend, history, and love are reimagined through the voices of the women at its centre.

Brynhild is a Valkyrie—once a powerful shieldmaiden of the Allfather, destined to choose the slain. But now she has fallen, exiled from the skies and forced to navigate a mortal world where her purpose is no longer clear. Meanwhile, Gudrun, a Burgundian princess, is caught in a web of political ambition, war, and destiny as kingdoms rise and fall around her.

As their stories intertwine, what was once told as rivalry is reshaped into something far more complex. Set against the collapse of empires and the shadow of legendary heroes like Sigurd, this novel explores power, loyalty, and the truths hidden beneath myth. In a world where stories have always been told by others, Brynhild and Gudrun finally reclaim their voices—and their fate.

✨ Genre: Fantasy / Historical Fantasy / Mythology Retelling
🌶️ Spice Level: Low to moderate (character-driven with some romantic elements)

📚 Series: Standalone

Lush, atmospheric, and thought-provoking—perfect for readers who love mythology retellings, strong female perspectives, and epic stories grounded in both history and legend.