About the book: 2023 / Having thwarted the black druid’s attempts to usurp power in Kyiv, the young Jarl Helgi goes to Ladoga. Prince Rurik appointed him as his governor in this important trade and craft center of the northern Slavic lands. The relationship between the local population and the newcomer Varangian is not easy. In addition, murders of innocent people are taking place in distant forests, and estates on the border are burning - this is Helga’s sworn enemies trying to discredit him... Contents: 5. Jarl of Ladoga6. Lord of Russia7. Call of Chernobog8. Shield on the gate