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A murdered king. A kingdom in turmoil. A queen who would witness the end of an age.
In AD 978, the young King Edward is brutally murdered. His death sends shockwaves through a kingdom already threatened by Viking invasion and political division. As England edges towards catastrophe, one extraordinary woman finds herself at the heart of a struggle that will shape the nation’s future.
Drawing on contemporary chronicles and meticulous historical research, David Stokes brings to life the remarkable story of Emma of Normandy—queen, diplomat and survivor—as she navigates a world of shifting loyalties, royal ambition and relentless conflict.
Rich in historical detail and driven by unforgettable characters, Sermon of the Wolf is an epic tale of power, faith and betrayal that culminates in one of the defining moments of English history: the fall of Anglo-Saxon England.
DAVID STOKES is the bestselling author of King Alfred’s Daughter. His novels explore the lives of the overlooked men and women who shaped early medieval Britain, combining meticulous historical research with vivid, character-driven storytelling.
A graduate of the University of Oxford and Emeritus Professor of Entrepreneurship at Kingston University, David has spent many years studying the people, politics and chronicles of Anglo-Saxon England. His fiction seeks to bridge the gap between historical record and human experience, bringing forgotten voices back to life for modern readers.
He lives in England.
