Something wicked has awoken under the streets of Dublin ... When his dad is offered a job working on the new Metro tunnel, Arthur has to move to Dublin with him. While exploring a hidden underground river, Arthur and his new friends Will and Ash find a mysterious glowing pendant. The pendant depicts a giant snake strangling the trunk of a tree. The friends soon figure out that the pendant is a warning, a sign that something evil is waiting underneath the city. Something that's been imprisoned for a thousand years, something left by the Vikings, something that can - and will - destroy first the city, then the world. What did the Vikings bury under the city of Dublin and why did they leave it there? Who is the dark man that spies on Arthur and what is his evil plan? In the end, only Arthur and his friends can save the world from the dreaded World Serpent.

Book 2 of the Nine Worlds (previously Harlequin/Silhouette Nocturne Unbound series) Kol Hildr has spent the last century protecting his portal from those who sought to steal it. A shapeshifter with the ability to change into wolf form, Kol is one of the most trusted guardians in the Nine Worlds. Neither his portal nor his heart have ever been breached. That is until he meets witch Kelly Shane. Twin witch Kelly has a score to settle with the wolf shapeshifter and will do anything to close the gateway that he is bound to protect. An alliance between the witch and guardian risks everything they both think they want, but neither can walk away. Not until Kol’s portal is lost and Kelly’s life is in question. Will they give up everything to save the unlikely love they’ve found together? Or go back to what they’ve known, alone? Romantic Times Top Pick

Jormungandr - The Midgard Serpent: The Story of the Most Powerful Creature in Norse Mythology Norse mythology is rich with epic stories and mighty creatures, but none is as fascinating and menacing as Jormungandr, the Midgard Serpent. In this book, you will explore the deeply rooted myths and legends surrounding this gigantic being that encircles the world and embodies the balance of nature. Contents: - The Origins of Jormungandr and Its Family: Loki and Angrboda - The Enmity Between Thor and Jormungandr - The Banishment to the Sea and Its Role as the World Serpent - The Epic Battle at Ragnarok and the Mutual Destruction of Thor and Jormungandr - The Aftermath in the Post-Pagan Era and Modern Reception Learn more about the symbolic significance of Jormungandr and how this figure inspired the ancient Germanic peoples and shaped their worldview. This book offers not only an exciting retelling of the myths but also a profound analysis of their cultural and philosophical implications. Whether you are a lover of Norse mythology or simply in search of captivating stories and deep insights, "Jormungandr - The Midgard Serpent: The story of the most powerful creature in Norse mythology" is an essential read. Immerse yourself in the world of ancient myths and discover the timeless wisdom and impressive symbolism that make Jormungandr one of the most significant figures in Norse legends.

Presents arguments for and against the existence of five notable cryptids and challenges the pseudoscience that furthers their legendary statuses, while providing an exploration of the nature and subculture of cryptozoology.

In the stories of the ancient Vikings, Thor is a warrior without equal, who wields his mighty hammer in battles against trolls, giants, and dragons. He is the god of storms and thunder, who rides to war in a chariot pulled by goats, and who is fated to fall in battle with the Midgard Serpent during Ragnarok, the end of all things. This book collects the greatest myths and legends of the thunder god, while also explaining their historical context and their place in the greater Norse mythology. It also covers the history of Thor as a legendary figure, how he was viewed by different cultures from the Romans to the Nazis, and how he endures today as a popular heroic figure.

For fans of Percy Jackson and the Olympians, the thrilling conclusion to The Blackwell Pages, written by New York Times bestselling YA authors, K.L. Armstrong and M.A. Marr. Thirteen-year-olds Matt, Laurie, and Fen have beaten near-impossible odds to assemble their fellow descendants of the Norse Gods and complete epic quests. Their biggest challenge lies ahead: battling the fierce monsters working to bring about the apocalypse. But when they learn that Matt must fight the Midgard Serpent alone and Fen and Laurie are pulled in other directions, the friends realize they can't take every step of this journey together. Matt, Laurie, and Fen will each have to fight their own battles to survive, to be true to themselves, and to one another - with nothing less than the fate of the world hanging in the balance.

As the bombs rain down in the Second World War, one young girl is evacuated to the English countryside. Struggling to make sense of her new wartime life, she is given a copy of a book of ancient Norse myths and her inner and outer worlds are transformed. Linguistically stunning and imaginatively abundant, Byatt’s mesmerising tale - inspired by the myth of Ragnarok - is a landmark piece of storytelling from one of the world's truly great writers.