Under the Horn of Hearth, book one of the Northland Frail series, takes place in the cold north. Two brothers face the Trials, battling physical threats, inner demons, and monstrous creatures to test their mettle and secure their fate.

In the rugged realm of Northland, the Brond Helms-guardians of tradition and power-pose a daunting challenge to every young warrior: The Trials. These harrowing tests are designed to strip away all pretense and reveal the true nature of those who dare to face them. Two brothers, driven by a fierce desire to prove themselves, step into The Trials, where they confront not only physical threats but also their deepest fears and inner demons. In a place dominated by violence and monstrous creatures, the brothers must fight for their survival and a chance to secure their position in both this life and the next.

Amidst relentless battles and treacherous challenges, they discover that the true test lies not just in overcoming external obstacles, but in confronting their own humanity. Their journey through The Trials will determine not only their fate but also the essence of who they are.

SPEAK YOUR MIND AND HOLD FAST TO IT.

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This story was born from loss. As a young man, I experienced a profound tragedy that left me questioning everything-where do we go when we die? Religions and even quantum physics offer answers, but certainty remains elusive. As the years pass and more loved ones fade, the weight of that question only deepens.

But I grieve not just for the dead-freedom itself is fading. Across the political spectrum, those who once championed liberty grow increasingly illiberal. Fear and power erode principle, and truth bends to ideology. This book is my attempt to create a mythology where freedom and ethics stand side by side-where death is not an end, but a preparation for a grand adventure.