The Runestone Saga: Bane of Asgard

This sequel plunges readers back into the treacherous world of New Jotunheim, where the stakes are higher and the political machinations more deadly than ever. Reunited protagonists Reginn, Eiric, and Liv make the chilling discovery that they are merely pawns in a larger game, their fates manipulated by unseen forces. The consequences of Eiric's violent actions have paved the way for the ruthless Tyra to seize power, giving her the justification she needs to ignite a war across the Archipelago. The narrative masterfully escalates the tension as Tyra weaponizes her own daughter, Liv, in a terrifying ritual to resurrect a legendary drake, setting the stage for an epic confrontation.

Chima excels at weaving complex character dynamics with high-stakes fantasy politics, creating a plot where every alliance is fragile and every victory comes with a cost. The deepening mystery of who truly pulls the strings will keep readers guessing, while the emotional turmoil of Liv, caught between her mother's ambitions and her own destiny, provides a powerful human core to the mythological spectacle. Fans of the first book will find the expanded world-building and heightened dangers utterly absorbing, solidifying this saga as a must-read for those who love their Norse-inspired fantasy filled with intricate plots and morally gray characters.