Koll joins Beowulf in the hunt. Their inquiries lead them to the Golden Hall. ... Hrothgar, Thane of Herot, will enter the Halls of the Dead. But my husband is not lost to you.

After “twelve snow seasons,” however, Beowulf comes to the aid of Hrothgar, once “News went global.” While the arc is familiar from the beginning, Headley’s take is current, her language ...

Beowulf consoles Hrothgar with the medieval equivalent of don't get mad, get even advice: "'Wise sir, do not grieve. It is always better/to avenge dear ones than to indulge in mourning." ...