Otto of the Silver Hand

The story follows Otto, a boy raised amidst a violent blood feud between noble families. After being sent to live with monks, he is reclaimed by his father, only to be kidnapped and mutilated by the rival house. With the help of Pauline, the captor's daughter, he escapes and returns to the monks, who then place him under the emperor's protection. This tale explores themes of loyalty, survival, and the complexities of familial bonds against a backdrop of conflict and redemption.