Kine is the first book in The Kine Saga, a heroic fantasy trilogy by British author A. R. Lloyd. The story follows Kine, a proud and aggressive least weasel, who lives in a peaceful valley of woodland and marsh. His solitary life is disrupted when a brutal invasion of wild mink, led by the ruthless Gru, threatens his home.

Kine, along with his unlikely alliesincluding the shrew Scrat and the rook Watchmanmust rise to the challenge and defend their territory. As the battle for survival unfolds, Kine learns the value of companionship and courage. The novel is praised for its poetic and immersive depiction of the natural world, blending adventure, fantasy, and animal fiction.