Hastings

This novel follows Robert fitz Malet, the illegitimate son of a Norman noble and an English housecarl's daughter, who strives to prove his worth amid societal challenges. As he meets the renowned troubadour Taillefer, Robert's skills with a sword grow, positioning him among the elite fighters in Duke William’s army. The story is set during the tense period as William prepares to invade England and secure the throne.