A review by bibliomaniac33
God of Vengeance by Giles Kristian

5.0

I really loved this book- even more I think, than The Saxon Stories by Bernard Cornwell, which is saying something as I am a devoted fan of Uhtred. Sigurd might have won me over though. And not just Sigurd! The accompanying characters are all so well developed in their own way, I found myself really attached to several which made an already great plot even more engaging, as you aren't only rooting for Sigurd, you're rooting for everyone in his band. There was a definite feeling of fellowship going there too that isn't found in most of the viking saga fiction I've read. The supporting characters aren't just barely fleshed out names you barely remember. They are robust and engaging in their own right.

I am so glad I found this series. I started off reading it on Kindle, and since I couldn't put it down, also bought it on Audible. Another great choice, as it's a well done audio read. I instantly began the second in the series as soon as The Rise of Sigurd ended.