In a novel inspired by the myth popularized by Wagner's Ring Trilogy, Paxson recounts the first part of the Nibelungenlied legend. Children Brunahild and Sigfrid are raised along their fated paths, each immersed in the special knowledge that will mold them into leaders of their people. Soon they are drawn together in a union of perfect love and heroic glory. A lovely blend of legend and realism.—Marion Zimmer Bradley.

The legendary characters of the Nibelungenlied come to life in the saga of the warrior Sigfrid, who, because of an evil magic, breaks his promise to return for Brunahild, the beautiful, loyal, and passionate Hun princess. By the author of The Wolf and the Raven.

Obliged to marry again in order to protect her tribe and brothers, Gundrun casts aside her preference for a life of isolation and marries Attila, Khan of Khans, but is unable to resist her fierce desire for revenge.