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Ancient Legacy #1
From Valhalla
Elise von Albrecht was raised by the Oscurelle, gifted human women trained to serve the vampire nobles known as Ancients. When she’s sent to the powerful Viking Ragnulf family, Elise finds herself at the heart of a precarious new world order—one where vampires and humans are supposed to coexist in peace. But that peace is under threat.
The Ragnulfs are determined to protect the fragile balance, yet someone is systematically killing Ancients, framing humans in a plot to shatter the treaty. Caught between two brothers—Erik, the fierce protector of his family's legacy, and Magnus, the soulful artist who sees through her defenses—Elise must navigate dangerous alliances, dark secrets, and a forbidden love that could tip the scales of power.
As enemies close in from all sides, Elise will be forced to choose not just between two brothers, but between her heart and the fate of both worlds.
The Ragnulfs are determined to protect the fragile balance, yet someone is systematically killing Ancients, framing humans in a plot to shatter the treaty. Caught between two brothers—Erik, the fierce protector of his family's legacy, and Magnus, the soulful artist who sees through her defenses—Elise must navigate dangerous alliances, dark secrets, and a forbidden love that could tip the scales of power.
As enemies close in from all sides, Elise will be forced to choose not just between two brothers, but between her heart and the fate of both worlds.
- GenresFantasy
679 pages, Paperback
First published June 15, 2025
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About the author
N. von Wolf
4 books26 followersN. von Wolf writes dark, psychological romance set in worlds where myth bleeds into obsession and love walks a razor’s edge. Her stories explore the intimate territories of power, trauma, and fate – whether in vampire courts, ancient battlegrounds, or dystopian futures.
Rooted in the Balkans and shaped by years in Ireland and Scandinavia, she draws on haunted history, folklore, and cultural echoes to craft emotionally charged tales where the past never sleeps and the heart is never safe. Her favourite playgrounds are epic fantasy, historical and paranormal fiction – but she loves to dip her toes into sci-fi waters, as well.
By night, she writes of forbidden desires and fractured worlds; by day, she thrives as a Technical Engineering Team Lead, a wife, and a mother of two.
You can see what she's currently brewing on her website, or follow her on Social Media (links on the site).
Rooted in the Balkans and shaped by years in Ireland and Scandinavia, she draws on haunted history, folklore, and cultural echoes to craft emotionally charged tales where the past never sleeps and the heart is never safe. Her favourite playgrounds are epic fantasy, historical and paranormal fiction – but she loves to dip her toes into sci-fi waters, as well.
By night, she writes of forbidden desires and fractured worlds; by day, she thrives as a Technical Engineering Team Lead, a wife, and a mother of two.
You can see what she's currently brewing on her website, or follow her on Social Media (links on the site).
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June 16, 2025
Ok, the start of this book just sucked me right in! Vampiric Vikings? 😍 I loved the Saxon/Viking feud teaser in the first chapter, and the historical references throughout!
The beautiful and poetic style and prose had me right there in the story, it really came to life for me. Some of the sentences read almost like poetry! Very well written by a masterful writer! I'd rate this book 6 stars if I could!
This story has gothic vibes, with hints of Jane Eyre, Phantom of the Opera, and Beauty and the Beast.
There were points where I almost despaired at getting a HEA, the story was quite the ride! The burn was very slow but when the spice finally came it was 🥵! 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
I can't wait to read books 2-4 in this series now! Thank you so much to N. von Wolf for the ARC 😊
Favorite quotes:
"And he kissed her. And kissed her. And kissed her – slowly, hungrily, as though he needed her breath just as much as her body."
‘We are ancient, Elise. Our hearts…’ he paused, exhaling as if the truth cost him something, ‘they have frayed with time. Centuries spent clawing at systems, war, governance… control… and somewhere along the way, we forgot how to be human.’
"Do not react. Do not feel. Still as stone. But she wasn’t stone. She was a spark caged in flesh."
The beautiful and poetic style and prose had me right there in the story, it really came to life for me. Some of the sentences read almost like poetry! Very well written by a masterful writer! I'd rate this book 6 stars if I could!
This story has gothic vibes, with hints of Jane Eyre, Phantom of the Opera, and Beauty and the Beast.
There were points where I almost despaired at getting a HEA, the story was quite the ride! The burn was very slow but when the spice finally came it was 🥵! 🌶️🌶️🌶️🌶️
I can't wait to read books 2-4 in this series now! Thank you so much to N. von Wolf for the ARC 😊
Favorite quotes:
"And he kissed her. And kissed her. And kissed her – slowly, hungrily, as though he needed her breath just as much as her body."
‘We are ancient, Elise. Our hearts…’ he paused, exhaling as if the truth cost him something, ‘they have frayed with time. Centuries spent clawing at systems, war, governance… control… and somewhere along the way, we forgot how to be human.’
"Do not react. Do not feel. Still as stone. But she wasn’t stone. She was a spark caged in flesh."
June 6, 2025
The way I screamed when I read chapter 17!
I think that is sufficient review but to add a little bit more, this book is definitely worth your time. The blend of vampire and human world, forbidden desires, struggling against them....and then the ultimate explosion...and while all the spice is undeniable, the plot definitely isn't just a backdrop. You might be drawn in first by the charismatic brothers, you will stay for more than that, guaranteed.
I think that is sufficient review but to add a little bit more, this book is definitely worth your time. The blend of vampire and human world, forbidden desires, struggling against them....and then the ultimate explosion...and while all the spice is undeniable, the plot definitely isn't just a backdrop. You might be drawn in first by the charismatic brothers, you will stay for more than that, guaranteed.
June 14, 2025
wow ❤️🔥
Talk about Folklore Vikings with a shift of magic and oh the lust and feels the MCs gave off was something magical and breathtaking. This will pull you in from the first chapter, it will have you gripping the book to know more and the twists will take you on a ride of a lifetime.
N. Von Wolf delivers in the best possible way.
P.S; Please Read RESPONSIBLY
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Talk about Folklore Vikings with a shift of magic and oh the lust and feels the MCs gave off was something magical and breathtaking. This will pull you in from the first chapter, it will have you gripping the book to know more and the twists will take you on a ride of a lifetime.
N. Von Wolf delivers in the best possible way.
P.S; Please Read RESPONSIBLY
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June 15, 2025
OMFG!! I stayed up all night to finish this book! The vampires, the humans, the spice the freaking suspense! Totally worth losing sleep over! Honest to gods I gasped and squealed at “ahem” certain chapters and holy gods! Such an awesome read! Thank you so much for creating this gem! I’m definitely looking forward to the next book!!!!!
June 9, 2025
Love love love this book! Couldn't put it down!
December 25, 2025
This is one of those books that's going to ruin you for other books for a while because it is SO well written. It is truly a gem. I don't even remember how I found it but I'm so glad I did.
The tension in this book was alive and choked me as I was consuming it. I don't remember the last time I read a book where the emotions where so alive and held me in a death grip.
Some books make you forget where you are and then there are books that give you an out of body experience, they make you leave everything behind and you need a second to remember who you were when you put it aside again. This is one of those books.
The tension in this book was alive and choked me as I was consuming it. I don't remember the last time I read a book where the emotions where so alive and held me in a death grip.
Some books make you forget where you are and then there are books that give you an out of body experience, they make you leave everything behind and you need a second to remember who you were when you put it aside again. This is one of those books.
November 30, 2025
Wasn’t that bad
To be honest in the beginning was very boring for me , but if you skip 100 pages become interesting. The only thing that confuses me in the beginning the love interest are the single love story or harem romance . The spicy was okay for me but i cant not give more stars, because some times was so boring that i have skipped the pages just to finish the book
To be honest in the beginning was very boring for me , but if you skip 100 pages become interesting. The only thing that confuses me in the beginning the love interest are the single love story or harem romance . The spicy was okay for me but i cant not give more stars, because some times was so boring that i have skipped the pages just to finish the book
June 7, 2025
Wow, I absolutely loved it! Although it’s a bit longer, you don’t even notice it when you dive straight into the captivating world of the book. Vampires, humans, and special abilities—a perfect blend that creates an intriguing plot. I particularly enjoyed the witty banter between Erik and Magnus. While I love both brothers, I must admit that I’m rooting for Magnus. I can’t wait for the second book!
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