Linnea Hartsuyker’s The Sea Queen , the second installment in The Golden Wolf Saga , is a 9th-century Viking epic focusing on political intrigue and the rising power of Svanhild Eysteinsdottir. The novel explores themes of ambition, loyalty, and the struggle for unity in Norway, highlighting Svanhild's transformation into a skilled leader and "sea queen". Critical reception praises the work for its historical accuracy and complex character development. Read a detailed review at Kirkus Reviews . THE SEA QUEEN | Kirkus Reviews