Wessex is a historical fiction novel written by Clive Holland. The book is set in the 9th century, during the reign of King Alfred the Great, and follows the story of a young Saxon warrior named Wulfhere. After his village is attacked by Viking raiders, Wulfhere is taken captive and forced to serve as a slave on a Viking longship. However, he manages to escape and begins a journey to return to his homeland of Wessex.Along the way, Wulfhere encounters...