The Tribute Bride

The devastating flood leaves King Alle's kingdom in ruins, with destroyed crops and an inability to pay tribute to the warlord Aethelfrid. In a desperate bid to maintain peace, the king offers his 16-year-old daughter Acha as a peace-weaver bride to Aethelfrid, known for his brutality and fearsome reputation. This decision sets the stage for Acha's challenging journey, exploring themes of sacrifice, survival, and the complexities of power dynamics in a tumultuous world.