This was an epic Norse-inspired high fantasy. Think vikings, beowulf, and ragnarok. There's three main characters - Orka, Varg, and Elvar - who all are well-written and go on their own journeys. There's bands of mercenaries, ice spiders, fun beasts, blood oaths, descendants of gods, and some fun twists. I enjoyed it and look forward to picking up the rest of the series.