Wolfskin

In "Wolfskin," the first book of The Light Isles series by Juliet Marillier, young Eyvind longs to become a legendary Viking warrior and embark on honorable quests in the name of Thor. His dreams take shape when he and his brother Ulf set sail for a mythical land promising glory, where they encounter a harsh yet beautiful landscape and forge a harmonious settlement with its native people, led by the gentle King Engus. As Eyvind falls for Nessa, the king's niece, their idyllic life faces a challenge when his childhood friend Somerled arrives with hidden motives, placing Eyvind at a crossroads between loyalty and love. This richly woven tale explores the clash of cultures and the bonds that can alter destinies.