Dive deeper into the escalating darkness of Loki's saga. In "The Serpent's Embrace," Loki, driven by profound bitterness and a thirst for vengeance, commits his most heinous act: the murder of Baldr, the beloved God of Light. Experience the chilling precision of his deceit, from the discovery of the mistletoe's secret to the manipulation of Hodr's innocent hand. Feel the raw anguish of Frigg and Odin as Asgard plunges into unimaginable grief, and follow Hermod's desperate, perilous journey into Helheim to bargain for Baldr's return. This volume explores the devastating consequences of Loki's actions, the inevitability of fate, and the brutal cost of betrayal. It culminates in Loki's relentless pursuit and his agonizing, eternal punishment. A compelling, emotionally charged fantasy epic perfect for readers who crave complex anti-heroes, tragic mythology, and intense character drama.