Viking Sagas

The Secrets of Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye is a sweeping, historically accurate adventure that dives deep into the brutal beauty of the Viking Age and the true story of one of its most enigmatic sonsSigurd Snake-in-the-Eye.Born to Ragnar Lothbrok and the legendary Aslaug, Sigurd carries both the weight of prophecy and the mark of the serpentan ominous sign of fate's design. As the shadow of his father looms large over Scandinavia, Sigurd must forge his own path through a world carved by steel and blood. From storm-tossed raids to royal alliances, betrayals, and battles across foreign shores, this gripping saga follows his rise from a boy listening to old tales to a king whose name will echo in the sagas of old. Alongside his infamous brothersBjorn Ironside, Ivar the Boneless, and HalfdanSigurd grapples with love, loyalty, vengeance, and the haunting cost of legacy.For readers craving a raw, unflinching look at the Viking world through the eyes of a real historical figure, The Secrets of Sigurd Snake-in-the-Eye delivers a tale that blends rich storytelling with fierce authenticity.Includes a carefully researched timeline of Sigurd's life in the back of the book to help separate history from myth.

The Havoc of Halfdan Ragnarsson is a sweeping, blood-etched tale of power, brotherhood, and fate, based on the real life of one of the most enigmatic Viking warlords of the 9th century. Known in some sagas as Hvitserk-depending on the source-Halfdan Ragnarsson carved his name into the bones of kingdoms and the memories of men. This is the story of a warrior shaped by loss and vengeance, the son of Ragnar Lothbrok, who helped unleash the fury of the Great Heathen Army upon Anglo-Saxon England.From the burning fields of Northumbria to the rain-slick hills of Wessex, Halfdan's campaigns helped bring down kings and raise a new Norse order. He stood shoulder to shoulder with his brother Ubba and led a host of hardened warriors-many of them former slaves like Svena, Torri, and Bjarke-into the heart of the fractured English kingdoms. After the fall of King Bagsecg, Halfdan rose as King of Northumbria, ruling from York and distributing land to loyal settlers, laying the foundation of Danelaw.Yet kingship brought restlessness, and tales of a green land across the sea proved too tempting. Halfdan returned to the sea, seeking one last conquest in Dublin. What followed were bitter rivalries, brutal clashes, and a final, fateful battle that sealed his legacy.This is not a saga of fantasy, but one of truth-rich in historical accuracy and driven by the grit of real people who lived and died by the sword. The Havoc of Halfdan Ragnarsson brings new life to a figure caught between myth and history, and it includes a comprehensive timeline in the back of the book to separate fact from legend. Hilmarj Torgrim is an American author with deep roots in Viking and Scottish lore. She's spent a lifetime studying the myths and stories of her ancestors so that she might make them more accessible to all ages. Hilmarj writes primarily fiction, with historical roots in fact.

Where Oaths Outweigh Axes, Rollo Lives OnBorn Hrólfr in the stormy fjords of Møre, a second son too large for a horse and too proud for silence, Rollo of Normandy carved his name into the bones of Europe. The Rivals of Rollo is a sweeping, blood-rich journey from the windswept islands of Scotland to the gilded courts of Frankish kings. Cast into exile after the murder of his brother, Rollo forges a path through raiding, rebellion, uneasy alliances, and reluctant crowns.From the siege of Paris to the forging of the Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte, this vivid tale explores Rollo's defiance, the fire-forged relationships with Poppa and Gisela, his dream-haunted baptism, and the uneasy birth of a new people-the Normans. As Duke, warrior, father, and symbol of uneasy peace, Rollo walked between gods and kings, shadow and state.Drawing from near-contemporary chronicles, this novel unearths the raw humanity behind the myth. The Rivals of Rollo is not just the story of how a Viking became a duke-but how a man became a legacy.Includes a detailed historical timeline at the end to help separate fact from legend."A stunning and muscular work of historical fiction. You feel the axe in your hands and the weight of a crown on your brow." Sherman Hutchinson, Literary Critic Hilmarj Torgrim is an American author with deep roots in Viking and Scottish lore. She's spent a lifetime studying the myths and stories of her ancestors so that she might make them more accessible to all ages. Hilmarj writes primarily fiction, with historical roots in fact.

A Warriors Weight, A King's RegretThe Hunger of Harald Bluetooth takes readers on a gripping journey through the life of one of history's most fascinating Viking kings. Born into a kingdom divided by pagan and Christian forces, Harald Bluetooth is thrust into the turbulent world of Viking politics, warfare, and faith. From his birth to the throne, the challenges he faces are immense, from internal rebellion to the struggle to unite Denmark and Norway under his rule.A king forced to reconcile the old ways of the Norse gods with the new Christian faith, Harald's journey is marked by battle, betrayal, and personal loss. As his kingdom falters, his relationships with family, especially his son Sweyn Forkbeard, grow increasingly strained. Betrayal, both within his own court and from his son, ultimately brings Harald to a crossroads, where his choices will determine the future of his people.This historically accurate adventure offers an intimate look into the mind of a Viking king who shaped the course of Scandinavian history, but whose reign was also marked by the deep personal cost of leadership. The book ends with a real timeline of Harald's life, dispelling the myths and presenting the truth of his legacy."An epic tale of power, betrayal, and faith. The Hunger of Harald Bluetooth brings the Viking world to life in vivid detail, immersing readers in the struggles of one of history's most complex kings. A must-read for fans of historical fiction straight from fact." -Sherman Hutchinson, Literary Critic Hilmarj Torgrim is an American author with deep roots in Viking and Scottish lore. She's spent a lifetime studying the myths and stories of her ancestors so that she might make them more accessible to all ages. Hilmarj writes primarily fiction, with historical roots in fact.

Ferocious, Fearless, and Fantastically Faithful.Before Cnut the Great, before the North Sea Empire, before England fell beneath the storm of the Vikings, there was Sweyn Forkbeard: the king forged in fire, rebellion, and tragedy.The Siege of Sweyn Forkbeard is a sweeping, historically accurate adventure chronicling the life of the Danish ruler who reshaped Europe. Born to a mother who adored him and a father who expected greatness, Sweyn's childhood quickly becomes a crucible of conflict. His early years set the course for a destiny soaked in both heartbreak and iron. When Sweyn rises against his father, the fracture between them splits Denmark, and Sweyn's soul. From battles on sea and shore, to political storms, forbidden loves, royal alliances, burning betrayals, and the forging of an empire, this is the definitive story of the man whose children carried his legacy across nations and centuries.At the end of the book you will find a complete factual timeline of Sweyn Forkbeard's life, included to help cut through myth and reveal the true man behind the legend. "A thunderous, beautifully researched saga that resurrects a king history tried to forget." -Sherman Hutchinson, Literary Critic Hilmarj Torgrim is an American author with deep roots in Viking and Scottish lore. She's spent a lifetime studying the myths and stories of her ancestors so that she might make them more accessible to all ages. Hilmarj writes primarily fiction, with historical roots in fact.

Cnut (also known as Canute) the Great was born into blood, prophecy, and the stormwind of empire. From the moment the sons of Sweyn Forkbeard took up training at Jomsborg, the world prepared for the rise of a king who would shape the fate of England, Denmark, Norway, and even part of Sweden. The Crown of Cnut the Great follows Cnut's entire life with sweeping historical accuracy, from his boyhood beside Harald to the bitter winters of English campaigns, his battles for survival, his love for one woman, his uneasy marriage to another, and the forging of the North Sea Empire. Each chapter brings readers inside the shield-wall, the royal hall, and the private moments that shaped a ruler who walked between pagan fire and Christian hope. This is the full, powerful tale of a prince who became a conqueror, a conqueror who became a king, and a king who fought to keep peace across a world constantly at war. The book includes a complete timeline of Cnut's life to help separate truth from legend and bring clarity to one of history's most misunderstood rulers. Hilmarj Torgrim is an American author with deep roots in Viking and Scottish lore. She's spent a lifetime studying the myths and stories of her ancestors so that she might make them more accessible to all ages. Hilmarj writes primarily fiction, with historical roots in fact.

Born into a harsh Icelandic world shaped by wind, law, and obligation, Bjarni grows into a skilled merchant captain whose life is defined not by conquest but by loyalty. When family duty draws him across the North Atlantic, storms drive his ship far beyond known routes, and he becomes the first European to lay eyes on the forested shores of North America. Yet Bjarni does not land. He turns away, choosing survival and family over ambition and fame.This historically accurate adventure follows Bjarni's entire life, from his childhood in Iceland to his years in Norway, through love, loss, brutal sea voyages, and the quiet weight of leadership. It explores a Viking world rarely shown, one ruled not only by warriors and kings, but by merchants, settlers, and men forced to choose between opportunity and responsibility.The Burdens of Bjarni Herjólfsson is a sweeping, grounded portrayal of a man whose restraint changed history, even as history failed to celebrate him in his own lifetime. The book includes a real historical timeline of Bjarni Herjólfsson's life in the back to help dispel myth and separate legend from documented fact. Hilmarj Torgrim is an American author with deep roots in Viking and Scottish lore. She's spent a lifetime studying the myths and stories of her ancestors so that she might make them more accessible to all ages. Hilmarj writes primarily fiction, with historical roots in fact.

Legacy, Loyalty, and LossBefore kings ruled by blood alone, there were men who ruled by influence. Born into one of Norway's most powerful noble families around the year 980, Einar Thambarskelfir rose from a boy trained with bow and wit into one of the most formidable political forces of the Viking Age. Known for his legendary archery and sharper mind, Einar did not seek the crown, yet shaped those who wore it. From the thunder of the Battle of Svolder to the shifting alliances that followed the fall of kings, Einar moves through a world where power is never secure and loyalty is always tested. He stands against Olaf Haraldsson, survives the chaos of war, and navigates the dangerous rise of Danish rule under Cnut the Great. In exile and in court, across frozen lands and foreign kingdoms, he builds alliances, raises kings, and bends the fate of Norway without ever claiming the throne himself. But power comes at a cost."A gripping, intelligent saga of power and betrayal that brings the Viking world vividly to life. Few stories capture the quiet force behind history as masterfully as this one." - Fredrich Studemon, Literary Critic Hilmarj Torgrim is an American author with deep roots in Viking and Scottish lore. She's spent a lifetime studying the myths and stories of her ancestors so that she might make them more accessible to all ages. Hilmarj writes primarily fiction, with historical roots in fact.