Leif meets an unusual nun on his way to Corfu, Freydis devises a plan for Magnus’ imminent arrival and Harald’s indiscretion worries his friends.
While preparing for a journey to Constantinople, Harald assembles an unlikely crew, each with their own motives. Emma suspects Godwin of treachery.
Love blossoms on the ship as the crew makes a fateful decision, with Olaf hot on Harald’s heels. Jormundr stands trial. Canute makes Godwin an offer.
Freydis finds a new home. Harald formulates a daring new plan to take back Norway, but Leif’s not on board. A new threat appears in London.
Sent to an orphanage at age 9, Beth develops an uncanny knack for chess — and a growing dependence on the green tranquilizers given to the children.
Back home in Kentucky, a shaken Beth reconnects with a former opponent who offers to help sharpen her game ahead of the U.S. Championship.
After training with Benny in New York, Beth heads to Paris for her rematch with Borgov. But a wild night sends her into a self-destructive spiral.
Russian class opens the door to a new social scene. In Mexico City, Beth meets the intimidating Borgov, while her mother cozies up to a pen pal.
A visit from an old friend forces Beth to reckon with her past and rethink her priorities — just in time for the biggest match of her life.
