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Woden's Vengeance is going on tour with Rachel's Random Resources, if you wish to participate please contact me on rachel@rachelsrandomresources.com with your name, blog name, preferred post type and availability. 

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Woden's Vengeance by Donovan Cook


Genre: Historical Adventure

Tour Dates: 28th - 30th April 2026

Publication Date: 28th April 2026

Publisher: Boldwood Books

Standalone Third Book in The First Kingdom series

Formats available: Netgalley Widget

Types of post available: Review Only

450AD Britainnia

The war has begun - a war feared by both men and gods. But will the old give way to the new?


Prince Vortimer has imprisoned his father, King Vortigern – The High King of Britain. With Woden's spear, he believes God has chosen him to lead an army south to banish the Jutes once and for all from Britain's shores. Triumphant after the first battle, Prince Vortimer lays siege to the Jutes, but the war is far from over.


In a desperate fight for survival, Octa and the Jutish warlords, Hengist and Horsa, are trapped on Thanet, their island home, as Prince Vortimer’s army surrounds them. With dwindling numbers, their only hope is to send for reinforcements, but winter is upon them, and the journey will be perilous.


In a race against time and his own wishes, Octa leads the expedition to recruit Saxon and Jutish warriors. But will they follow young Octa the Coward? To prove himself, Octa must confront his past and seek vengeance on those who wronged his family, all while being mindful of Woden's wrath.


Can Octa stand strong as the fires of war rage around him?


And will warriors pledge their allegiance to a man known as Octa the Coward?

About Donovan Cook


Donovan Cook is the author of the well-received Ormstunga Saga series which combines fast-paced narrative with meticulously researched history of the Viking world, and is inspired by his interest in Norse Mythology.  He was born in South Africa and currently lives in Lancashire, UK.


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Blog Tour Schedule


Confirmed blogs will appear here. 


28th April

  1. Bookish Jottings

  2. Storied Conversation


29th April

  1. TBHonest


30th April

  1. Chez Maximka




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