The Cross and the Curse

THE UNMISSABLE NEW BERNICIA CHRONICLES NOVEL BANE OF BERNICIA AVAILABLE TO PREORDER NOW! For young Anglo-Saxon fighter Beobrand, the blood and fury of battle brings him renown... but also makes him deadly enemies. The second action-packed instalment in the Bernicia Chronicles. AD 634. Warlords battle across Britain to become the first King of the English. After a stunning victory against the Waelisc, Beobrand returns to Bernicia and a hero's welcome. His valour is richly rewarded by his king. But Beobrand cannot enjoy his bounty for long. With powerful enemies eager to see him slaughtered, he must leave his bride and his new lands to fight once more. Beobrand soon finds himself on a quest for revenge and redemption, heading into the darkest of nights and the bloodiest of battles to save all he holds dear. From bestselling author MATTHEW HARFFY, the Bernicia Chronicles are gripping historical action-adventure novels set in Anglo-Saxon Britain and beyond. The epic story of warlord Beobrand and his life of battle and bloodshed, guile and glory, the Bernicia Chronicles are perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell and David Gemmell. READERS LOVE MATTHEW HARFFY: 'Beobrand is the warrior to follow' David Gilman 'Historical fiction at its finest' Stephanie Churchill READ ALL OF MATTHEW HARFFY'S BREATHTAKING BERNICIA CHRONICLES: #1 The Serpent Sword #2 The Cross and the Curse #3 Blood and Blade #4 Killer of Kings #5 Warrior of Woden #6 Storm of Steel #7 Fortress of Fury #8 For Lord and Land #9 Forest of Foes #10 Shadows of the Slain