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The Thirsty Sword: A Story of the Norse Invasion of Scotland (1262-1263)
by Robert Leighton
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- CEFR level
- B2
- Length
- 32 chapters
- Format
- The complete book
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About this book
In 1262 Scotland, young Kenric returns to a troubled Bute, where loyalties clash and ancient curses stir amid the looming Norse invasion. Amid castles and dark forests, a determined youth must navigate danger, honor, and a desperate fight for his homeland.
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