Book excerpt: "What kind of man will Fate anoint as the god of war and death? In the cold, dark days of an ice age, humanity huddles around fires for warmth while mists drive men mad. Only the foolish venture out into the wilds. And that's exactly where Odin is going. Guided by his blood-brother Loki, Odin will stop at nothing to avenge his father's murder by a frost giant. A mysterious goddess takes notice of the quest and offers Odin a bargain. The Apples of Idunn with grant him and his family immortality, but at the cost of an undefined favor. Now Odin has to decide if vengeance is worth such a dangerous debt..."--Page 4 of cover.