"The Last Kingdom" is a historical novel set in the 9th century during the Viking invasions of England. The story revolves around Uhtred of Bebbanburg, a Saxon nobleman captured by Vikings as a child. Growing up within the Viking culture, Uhtred grapples with his loyalties when he is later torn between his Saxon heritage and the Norse world that raised him, leading to complex conflicts of identity and allegiance.
The narrative follows Uhtred's journey as he seeks to reclaim his ancestral home, Bebbanburg, while navigating the treacherous political landscape of medieval England. He becomes involved with key historical figures, including King Alfred, whose ambition to unite the Saxon kingdoms against the Viking threat shapes much of the story. Uhtred's fierce determination and strategic mind are central to the unfolding events.
