Hoskuld's Daughter

The story follows Gunnar Hamundarsson, a distinguished mercenary returning to Iceland, who marries the enchanting but troubled Hallgerd. Their union becomes a celebrated event in the Rangariver Plains community, but their happiness is short-lived as famine strikes. Gunnar uncovers Hallgerd's theft of food from neighbors, leading to further complications when she is implicated in the murder of his cousin, Kari Grimsson, whom she believed insulted her on their wedding day. The narrative explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the consequences of personal flaws.