Thwarted, the Vikings depart, leaving one behind, who cannot swim, has no sword, and must negotiate his way out of trouble. The scene is set for an engrossing drama of Christian versus pagan, encompassing the nature of love, shame and honour. A story of friendship, identity and music, it is accompanied by an album of songs, performed by the author. (Image: 4th Estate)Nobody’s EmpireStuart MurdochFaber & Faber, £20The debut novel from the frontman of Belle & Sebastian, Nobody’s Empire is set in early 1990s Glasgow. (Image: Faber & Faber)

Source: The Herald October 14, 2024 16:30 UTC