Arthur, born in the village of Corfe, Dorset just after 950 A.D, is the son of a lowly churl - yet his skill with sword and battle-axe means he is soon part of King Edgar's own war-band.Also born in Corfe, but a world apart, the wilful, ambitious and beautiful Elfrida sets her sights on the highest prize. It is her destiny to become the first crowned queen of England and the mother of a future king. As their lives entwine Arthur witnesses her rise and the consequent intrigue, murder and betrayal. At first hand he sees what ambition will do to achieve its ends.While England is in political turmoil the Vikings seize their chance. When they attack Swanage Arthur is forced to fight hand-to-hand for his own family.

To a backdrop of true events, this is a Saxon tale story driving ambition, intrigue, murder and forbidden passion.