Eyes of Steel - 1. Rise: A Dark Epic Fantasy Romance

by Léa Novels

544 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 19, 2026

Reviews

[Esther]

ARC provided by Booksprout.
DNF

This book was not at all what I was expecting—on several fronts. From the outset, the structure felt overwhelming. There are multiple protagonists (three or four, possibly more—I genuinely lost track), and the constant shifting between perspectives made it difficult to stay grounded in the story.

The world-building, which I assume was meant to be immersive and complex, instead came across as confusing and disjointed. I found it hard to follow the rules of the world or understand how everything connected. Rather than drawing me in, it left me feeling disoriented and, at times, frustrated. There’s a lot being introduced, but not enough clarity to make it cohesive.

I do want to note that the book includes trigger warnings, and I take responsibility for continuing despite them. However, one in particular—rape—was handled in a way that was far more explicit and detailed than I anticipated. That level of depiction was difficult to read and ultimately contributed to my decision not to continue.

By about a third to halfway through, I realized I was completely lost. I tried skimming ahead to see if things would come together, but nothing suggested that it would improve or become clearer. At that point, I decided it wasn’t worth pushing through.

In the end, this just wasn’t a match for me. The writing style, pacing, and structure didn’t align with what I enjoy in a story. While others may appreciate its complexity, it simply didn’t work for me.

[Samantha · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having grown up a Superman fan, the title caught my eye first. Then the cover art. Then the description. I've been getting into Viking novels lately, and this one definitely hit the mark. It is a dark romance, so read the trigger warnings before reading. The most sensitive scenes are clearly marked, and skipping wouldn't detract from the overall story.

We follow the tale of Asulf the warrior, and those around him - family, friends, enemies, and his blade (within which is trapped a valkyrie and a demon). The opening had me hooked instantly, and the art included of the characters helped me envision the scenes more clearly in my head as I read. I loved the multiple POVs and jumping timeline, helping piece together the present from the past as events unfolded. The author gives you breadcrumbs as you need them, and it was done masterfully.

I was surprised at how smooth the translation was from French, although I felt like I could tell the prose was off just a tad from what I assume the flow of the original must have been. The storyline was interesting and surprising, and I found myself alternating between swooning, gasping, being horrified, and cheering. I've already recommended this book to friends, and I can't wait to continue the adventure in the rest of the series!

Thank you to Léa Novels and NetGalley for an e-arc of this book!

[Lya Dawn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ce roman est une pépite.
Je lis pour m'évader, pour voyager et découvrir de nouveaux horizons.
Avec son histoire de vikings, Léa Novels m'a embarquée dans un monde imaginaire sombre, haletant et ô combien riche de rebondissements.
Ses personnages sont complexes, aves une force intérieure impressionnante et pourtant, aussi pleins de fêlures.
L'Univers est très bien construit et immersif. j'ai tremblé de rage, de peur et d'amour en même temps que ses personnages.
Et la magie ? J'ai adoré, tout simplement.
Récit bien structuré, rythme rondement mené, phrases tantôt longue, tantôt courte pour une immersion total.
Je recommande vivement, j'ai adoré me plonger dans "les yeux d'Acier" et vivre aux côtés des vikings de Léa Novels le temps d'une histoire.
Une nouvelle addiction est née.

[Monica · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️.5 🌶️

Léa Novels, you had me absolutely tearing through the pages of this book!

Eyes of Steel is a Viking dark romantasy. Vikings. Big, strong sexy men, and plenty of beautiful pictures to give an idea of what the characters look like. Thank you very much. 🥰

I am not one to usually favor multiple POV’s, but the way the characters perspectives flow in beautifully had me falling for these characters stories. I won’t spoil anything, but I will say the story does contain some trigger warnings so please be cautious and read at your own discretion, but Léa Novels does say it can be skipped without impacting the plot.

I will also mention that the men are chefs' kiss, but the women in the story can hold their own and are complete bada**es. 😉

I hope that if you do decide to give this book a chance, you love it as much as I did!

[Sam Walters · Rating 5 out of 5]

Eyes of Steel by Lea Novels is an epic start to what promises to be an incredible series! I was completely hooked from the very first page and honestly couldn’t put it down. The Viking setting was so immersive and atmospheric, and the multiple POVs worked brilliantly - each character brought something unique to the story and kept me invested the whole way through.

The plot constantly keeps you hanging on, with just the right amount of tension, intrigue, and action to make “just one more chapter” impossible to resist. And those pictures? They genuinely elevated the whole reading experience and made the world feel even more vivid and alive.

I cannot wait to read more from this series!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced reader copy in return for an honest review.

[Fernanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was my first Viking-themed novel, and I’m still reeling from the experience!
The story captivates you from the very start and immerses you in its world. I especially appreciated the cultural and historical details included at the end of the book.
The narrative is engaging and smooth. The multiple POVs add depth and complexity to the narrative, allowing you to connect with each character and witness the story unfold through their eyes.
Overall, it’s a captivating read, and I’m eagerly awaiting the next book in the series!

[Sandra Dietz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an ARC from Net Galley. Thank you!

This is a Norse based read for fans of A Fate Inked in Blood and Vikings. It has multiple POV's.

Morally gray MMC's. Tragic/Dark Romance.

This story mostly follows Asulf, a young warrior who is ultimately betrayed. With multiple POV's, stories that merge, it was hard to put down. The world-building that does not detract or slow the story down.

Definitely a recommended read.

[EVA REVE · Rating 5 out of 5]

Une saga à nulle autre pareille. Avec Asulf et ses compagnons, on part dans une quête qui nous dépasse, on est emportés par les enjeux, les décors et les personnages dépeints aved justesse et emphase. C'est prenant, c'est immersif et incroyablement addictif.
Cette saga sera adaptée sur grand ou petit écran, je n'en ai aucun doute!

[Bookly__n · Rating 5 out of 5]

Asulf, un jeune guerrier viking, voit son monde s'effondrer lorsqu'il découvre que sa bien-aimée a subi l'impensable en son absence. Après une série de révélations douloureuses, il trouve la force dans un nouvel amour inattendu. Avec l'aide de ses amis et une épée mystique, Asulf cherche à se venger et à libérer son peuple opprimé, guidé par des forces supérieures.

C’est un vrai bonheur de replonger dans cet univers !

Bien que je connaisse déjà cette histoire, cette nouvelle édition offre des passages supplémentaires, et la trilogie s’est étoffée en une tétralogie. L’intrigue reste fidèle à l’originale, mais gagne en profondeur et en intensité.

À la relecture, le monde imaginé par l’auteure apparaît encore plus maîtrisé. Je perçois mieux à quel point chaque détail répond à une logique d’ensemble soigneusement tissée.

Le travail de recherche, déjà impressionnant, sur l’histoire comme sur la culture vikings se révèle avec davantage de clarté.

Derrière la cadence vive des chapitres se dévoile une écriture finement rythmée, attentive aux transitions et aux silences, capable de ménager aussi bien le suspense que la sensibilité du lecteur.

L’alternance des points de vue, dont j’avais salué l’audace, m’impressionne davantage. Les protagonistes gagnent en relief au fil de cette redécouverte. Je remarque des nuances que j’avais manquées, des failles et des ambiguïtés qui confèrent au récit une charge émotionnelle plus profonde. Même les antagonistes, déjà fascinants, révèlent des zones d’ombre et d’humanité que seule une deuxième lecture permet de mieux saisir.

Je suis toujours aussi émerveillé par les illustrations présentes dans ce livre. Elles sont finement travaillées, offrant une réelle plus-value au livre en mariant beauté visuelle et intensité émotionnelle. Le choix du noir et blanc crée une ambiance tout à fait singulière et charmante.

Je recommande ce premier tome qui reste une véritable réussite.

[Calliste Bright · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cette nouvelle édition est encore meilleure. J’ai adoré redécouvrir l’histoire !

Déjà, le roman est hyper cinématographique. Ce n’est pas juste une lecture : on a vraiment l’impression de regarder une série. Entre magie, dieux nordiques, trahisons, combats, enjeux politiques et familiaux… On est clairement sur un mélange très réussi entre l’univers Vikings, The Witcher et Game of Thrones.
Asulf est un personnage incroyable. On le voit évoluer et se construire tout au long du livre. Il n’est pas parfait, et c’est ce qui le rend aussi attachant. Et surtout, les personnages secondaires sont vraiment travaillés : aucun ne passe au second plan, ils sont tous marquants, avec leurs personnalité.

Nouveauté de cette édition : les illustrations. Elles sont magnifiques ! Ce n’est pas “juste” un roman, il y a un énorme travail autant sur l’écriture que sur les illustrations. Les visuels apportent encore plus d’immersion et renforcent complètement « l’effet série ». UN BONUS DE QUALITE ! VRAIMENT !

L’écriture est fluide, les scènes d’action s’enchaînent, chaque fin de chapitre donne envie de continuer. C’est un roman sombre et mature, mais qui se dévore très vite.

Clairement le premier coup de cœur de 2026. J’ai refermé le livre avec une seule envie : lire la suite !

[B.E.Love · Rating 4 out of 5]

The cover got my attention along with the title, then I thought the premise of this book sounded very interesting and it was. Asulf is a viking raised by his demanding father. Taught to be a warrior and while young allowed to pick his weapon. Asulf chooses a sword he feels drawn to and that sword helps him to become the greatest warrior and called Eyes of Steel. Now that the viking king is stepping down Asulf's father wants him to become the next king.

Asulf loves to fight and is great at it but he isn't sure he wants to rule, seeing his family new slave Asulf falls in love. However she is hiding secrets that will change Asulf's life forever. Now Asulf is determined to find the truth and get his revenge.

This book was really good, and I loved the story, Asulf is a great character and I love learning about his sword and him, the history and how Asulf came to be who he was. I love the characters and that we get multiple points of view including the villains point of view(which I don't think I have ever seen like this). We get several peoples point of view which normally might be overwhelming but at the beginning of each chapter the author put a picture of who the character was and that actually really helped me keep the story and charters in order.

I will say the book is marked as Historical Fiction | Romance | Sci Fi & Fantasy on Netgalley(I couldn't find it on Goodreads) and I wouldn't consider this book a romance. Is there romance in this book yes. I'm wondering if this is marked romance because the series will be romance and this is a set up but in my opinion (and I don't want to spoil it) this specific book isn't a romance. However this book is very good and kept me hooked and very entertained. I really enjoyed the characters and story. This story isn't finished and the story is no where4 near resolved but thats normal with a series. I'm not sure how this will end and there are some twists I did not see coming. I will also not the author makes mention of triggers which I appreciate. I'm really glad I read this book it was different and I was very engrossed in the story and really want to see how this all ends.


*Thank you Netgalley and Lea Novels for this ARC

[Wilmi Schmidt · Rating 4 out of 5]

I received this book courtesy of NetGallery and really loved it. This is a 4 book Viking Saga series. I had just finished binging the TV series Vikings on Netflix and was looking for something in the same genre. I normally do not read books that end in a cliff hangers and/or in which the entire series has not been published yet but I kept reading cause I wanted to see what happens next.
A Game of Thrones/Vikings vibe with plenty of fighting, magic, fantasy and romance. The plot slowly develops over the length of the book (keep with it- well worth it) and the many twist and turns are each an AHA moment. The story centers around the MMC Asulf trying to find out who he is, what the Gods expect of him and how to accomplish it. Each of the secondary players (Bjorn, Karl, Sigurd and Eldrid) are integral to the story and could in their own right become their own book. Told from each one’s POV- it helps you understand what drives them, what motivates each other and what roles they will play. Asulf is just trying to live a normal life, while gaining his father approval and marry the love of his life. However, nothing is as clear and/or quite what it seems. Don’t what to do any spoilers alerts as the reveals are what kept me wanting to continue to read. (You won’t see them coming)
Can’t believe I have to wait until June 2026 for the 2nd installment.

[Calliste Bright · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book feels incredibly cinematic. It’s not just something you read, it honestly feels like you’re watching a series play out.
With magic, Norse gods, betrayals, battles, and both political and family tensions, it blends Vikings, The Witcher, and Game of Thrones in a really seamless way.

Asulf is such a great character. You get to see him grow and come into his own throughout the story. He’s not perfect, and that’s exactly what makes him so easy to connect with. The side characters are just as well done too. No one feels pushed aside, they all leave an impression with their own distinct personalities.

One of the highlights of this edition is the illustrations. They’re beautiful. It’s not just a novel, you can really tell how much work went into both the writing and the artwork. The visuals add another layer of immersion and make that “series” feeling even stronger. Such a great bonus.

The writing flows really well, the action keeps things moving, and every chapter ending pulls you right into the next one. It’s a darker, more mature story, but it’s still such an easy, addictive read.

Definitely my first favorite of 2026. I closed the book with one thought: I need the sequel.

[Ruin Me, Chapter One · Rating 3 out of 5]

Eyes of Steel had all the ingredients I usually love: dangerous magic, emotionally damaged characters, betrayal, and a romance built almost entirely on tension and unresolved trauma. ⚔️🖤

The MMC slowly losing himself to his power was easily the strongest part of the story. Every time he used his abilities it felt dangerous, and not in a cute sparkly fantasy way. More in a “this man is one bad decision away from becoming everyone’s worst nightmare” kind of way.

The romance had solid slow-burn energy, even if I wanted a little more emotional depth between them at times. I also found the world building a bit confusing in places. There was a lot happening with the politics, magic, and history, and sometimes it felt like I was supposed to already know things the book hadn’t fully explained yet.

That said, once the secrets and betrayals started unraveling, the story really picked up. And the ending? Emotional damage. Delicious emotional damage. 💀

Overall: dark fantasy, cursed power spirals, tension, brooding men, and enough chaos to keep me hooked even while I was occasionally flipping back trying to figure out what was happening.

[kingdoms.of.books · Rating 3 out of 5]

Magic, love, betrayal, multi-POV, Vikings, Valkyries, warriors, Jarls, thralls, vengeance, monsters, political intrigue, family drama, lies and deception, demons. 

Beautiful illustrations throughout the book really bring the characters to life
Excellent appendices which is always helpful when learning new worlds and characters

This book has potential.  There were some issues with the translation to English language that resulted in dialogue weakness and peculiar phrasing and flow.  NOTE:  I read the first draft version of translation to the English language.  It is my understanding there is a revised version that has corrected some of these shortcomings.

Despite the above translation concerns, I am still invested to see what happens to the main characters and how the story resolves in the subsequent books. I want more of Eldrid and her backstory and future development.  

Desired more:
Character development
Smoothness of transitions of timelines and between characters

[Cinnamon&Pine · Rating 4 out of 5]

A Norse fantasy soaked in mud, blood, and political backstabbing.

Set in a grim, unforgiving version of Jutland, this story leans heavily into political intrigue, shifting loyalties, and a gritty and dark world. The multiple POV structure was to me occasionally distracting, but it did give every faction and player a clear motivation, which made the power struggles clearer.

The mystical elements worked especially well for me: a sword inhabited by a Valkyrie and a demon is simply fascinating.. Betrayal and vengeance drive the story, while the darker atmosphere keeps the tension simmering throughout.

I was a bit surprised by the pacing, though. After the very detailed opening sections, the story suddenly skips across weeks and months, which felt abrupt at times.

Very little is actually resolved by the end, but this clearly feels like the beginning of a larger saga, and I will definitely continue the series.

⭐️⭐️⭐️💫rounded up!

[Carole · Rating 4 out of 5]

Eyes of Steel - Rise is truly one of those epic adventures of mythology and romance that brings ancient times to life when in the hands of an author whose expert writing has crafted a story that immerses the reader in a perfectly imagined world.
I don’t like comparing books to others I have read but there is a feel of winter is coming in this cinematic journey told from multiple points of view, and populated by well defined characters.
If you love Viking lore you have found the perfect narrative to get lost in so I recommend setting aside the reading time you will need to savor this first of what looks to be an amazing saga.

TBC over the course of four books total, and trigger warnings should be noted.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Yureli ✨ · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5/5 ☆
4/5🔥


I received this as an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for review.
please check triggers.

I was excited that my request for this book was granted because Léa Novels is a new author for me. It took me a little bit for me to get into, but once I felt like I got my footing in the story, I was hooked! I didn’t realize that it was a first book in the series so I was unprepared for matters to be unsolved at the end. I am looking forward to the next book to see what Asulf does next, and I am especially curious about the other characters and their storylines. I can understand why people wouldn’t like it, but I devoured this!

Thank you to NetGalley for the opportunity to review this book.

[Vanessa Carrillo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thank you NetGalley for the advance reader copy!

Within the first few chapters, I could tell it was translated. The English dialog doesn't flow as eloquently as it should. Once you get past that, you can focus on the story. Some of the writing felt like reading at a middle school level. I was still able to enjoy it.

For the story, this was a fantastic start to an EPIC fantasy. The multiple POV's were very entertaining. I appreciate the content warnings within the book. The last 25% of the book felt slow. The plot stopped progressing. We get so much happening in the first half and then it just stops.

This book has so many character arts! I enjoyed putting a face to the many characters.

[Amy Thames · Rating 5 out of 5]

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Book one of the Eyes of Steel series is an epic, dark fantasy romance filled with forbidden love. From the very first page, I was completely absorbed and found it impossible to put down. The world building is phenomenal—richly detailed, imaginative, and utterly immersive, creating a setting like no other. The characters are compelling and complex, each well-developed and unique, bringing the story to life with their depth, struggles, and passions. The intense emotion woven through their journeys made the story even more engaging. The gripping plot kept me turning pages, eager to discover what would happen next.

[Shannon S. · Rating 4 out of 5]

Asulf, son of the Jarl, is an active warrior of the North. He's happy alongside his best friend, and fellow warrior, Björn. On a break from war camp when he's home, his life changes. His finds love with Holda, but it wasn't meant to last. Asulf is back at the war camp when many changes come. He has lost his best friend and he learns of Holda's violent end. Asulf's world is shaken, and he flees the camp with two others. His departure makes him a wanted man. So, the chase is on ...

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Jo Wyld · Rating 4 out of 5]

A really enjoyable fantasy! Which includes:
Demons
Valkyries
Gods
A magical sword

Whilst the book is told from a multiple pov our main character is Asulf a viking warrior who weirds a magical sword. His skills in battle and the magic that flows through him has earnt him the name Eyes of Steel, he is feared across the viking lands.

Asulf is content being a warrior but his father has bigger ambitions for him, but is is father what he seems?

I will definitely be reading the others in the series!

This is out in the UK on 19th May!

[La Renarde · Rating 5 out of 5]

Je ne saurais décrire en quelque mots l'épopée que cette lecture m'a fait vivre tant la puissance de cette plume a été incisives et intense.

Je ne peux que vous conseiller fortement cette lecture qui ne vous laissera pas insensible.
Ce mélange de mythologie, fantasy, fantastique et romance est une recette extraordinaire ! Mais elle est tellement plus que ça !

[Skylar Keeton · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was really good, and I loved the story, I loved learning about how the MMC came to be who he is. I was a little lost with the changing perspectives but it wasn't anything to bad. Otherwise I really enjoyed the book.

[Debbie Ballard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wonderfully written Viking story. When Asulf chooses the sword, he becomes unstoppable Eyes of Steel, but when he finds out the man he thought was his father and killed the woman he loved, he leaves to discover the truth.

[Brenda Stokvis · Rating 2 out of 5]

*I have read an early arc-version, it has been edited since*

Asulf is still a young lad when he is first send to war for his Viking clan. His father, Harald, lets him pick a sword from his stash. Asulf is drawn to a sword and picks it as his. What he doesn't know is that years earlier this sword was at the center of a demon summoning, where the Valkyrie Sigrun was present as well. The sword gives him strength, endurance and speeds his healing. Asulf rises to be a mighty warrior, rivalling the son of the king Björn. What follows is a tale of loss, betrayal, lies, death and tragedy.
I had looked so forward to reading this book, but in the end I am a bit disappointed. I'm not sure what the plot was supposed to be, but there wasn't much moving forward plotwise. Asulf gets his sword, grows up to be a might warrior, and wins a duel to become king. He then hears the love of his life is raped and murdered, by his own father but he can't prove it, so he flees. And he flees for the rest of the book. There are some developments along the way obviously, but nothing really gets the plot moving.
The writing leaves a lot to be desired. It felt old fashioned, clunky. At first I considered it to be a stylistic choice, to make the conversations maybe fit the time period better, but I suspect the problem lies in the translation. And that could, and perhaps should, be improved with good editing and a good translator.
I feel the author really took her time researching Vikings, Viking culture and making sure details were period correct. I loved that! I was so taken aback when I then read about a Machiavellian plan? Machiavelli came centuries after the Vikings, I have no idea how that slipped through in editing.
So I don't think I will continue this series, not before some serious work is done on the translation and editing.

[Sarah Dantas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cette histoire ne m'est pas inconnue, car j'ai eu la chance de lire la première édition, et comme à ce moment-là, cette histoire est un coup de cœur de taille Gigamax.
Cette nouvelle mouture est juste exceptionnelle !!!

La plume de cette auteure est hypnotique, rien n'est laissé au hasard, tout est clair. Les explications sont placées au bon moment, de manière à ce que tout soit limpide.
L'action est bien placée, tout est en place.

On ne lit pas cette aventure, on la vit pleinement et entièrement, on prends les armes et on combat aux côtés de nos héros, on pleure leurs douleurs, on enrage en cœur avec eux, on sourit et tombe amoureux aussi.
Aucun moment ne vous laisse sans émotions, on ne peut pas ressortir indemne de cette épopée, et ce n'est que le début.

L'histoire est écrite à plusieurs voix, si cela vous inquiète, sachez que tout est très clair, nous ne sommes jamais perdus.
Le fait d'avoir plusieurs points de vue permet une vue d'ensemble, et la connaissance de tous les moments off, ceux qu'ils se passent en dehors des évènements des héros, j'aime énormément quand l'histoire est écrite ainsi.

Il y a pas mal de personnages, mais ils sont tous tellement différents, que l'on ne peut absolument pas les mélanger.
J'ai mes préférés, bien évidemment, d'autres qui m'ont fait sortir de mes gonds et d'autres encore qui me posent encore question, même si je connais déjà l'histoire hihi.

Nous sommes dans une Dark Fantasy, il y a des scènes brutales, car l'univers de base est celui des Vikings, dois-je vous rappeler que ce ne sont pas des enfants de cœur, bien au contraire.

L'histoire suit le destin d'Asulf, un jeune guerrier qui va voir toute sa vie basculer en une nuit, dès ce moment l'épopée va pouvoir commencer.
Mais, il ne sera pas seul dans cette épreuve, même les dieux se mêleront à son périple.

Car oui, la mythologie nordique est aussi bien présente, pour mon plus grand bonheur, et j'espère qu'il y aura pleins de chapitres sur les Dieux dans les prochains tomes.

En bref, ce tome a été nettement amélioré, j'ai passé un excellent moment et je vais pouvoir attaquer le deuxième tome très bientôt.
Vraiment, si vous aimez les vikings, les quêtes de vérité, la justice, la romance alors foncez découvrir cette pépite, prenez votre lame et partez seconder Asulf et ses amis !!!

[Valéria Carvet · Rating 5 out of 5]

Comment continuer à croire en l’amour, à la loyauté quand tout a été arraché, et que l'avenir semble écrit dans le sang et la trahison ?

Et si le véritable combat n’était pas sur le champ de bataille, mais face au destin ?
Asulf, jeune guerrier viking, va découvrir à ses dépens ce que Hél, déesse de la mort, a prévu pour lui. ( Et nous avec lui..😱.)
L'avenir lui promettait gloire, respect et amour....Le sort fait d'Asulf un homme brisé par la perte et la trahison. Comment se relever quand tout s’effondre ? Une question que devra aussi se poser Börjn, son ami, son rival. Car les manigances, l'orgueil et la course au trône risquent de les séparer de façon permanente..
Ce roman, entre Fantasy et Romance, m’a de nouveau happée dans son univers viking aussi rude que profondément humain. On sent un texte retravaillé avec soin : les personnages sont plus profonds, les enjeux plus clairs, et l’immersion totale ! Une épopée vibrante où la brutalité du monde viking côtoie la douceur de héros et héroïnes particulièrement attachants. J'ai beaucoup apprécié la façon d'insérer la culture et la mythologie viking sans nous faire un exposé.

Un roman avec une narration à la première personne et une alternance des points de vue : chaque voix apporte sa sensibilité, ses failles, ses choix. On ne lit pas l’histoire : on la ressent. Les émotions sont brutes, puissantes et sincères. J’ai particulièrement apprécié les valeurs portées par Asulf et ses compagnons : l’amitié indéfectible, la persévérance face à l’adversité, l’amour sous toutes ses formes, et surtout le respect des femmes, volontaires et intelligentes. Et puis le méchant est abject à souhait !
Bref, une lecture addictive, mêlant action, mythologie nordique, humour discret et émotions intenses. De belles illustrations et notes d'information viennent enrichir cette pépite ! Et pour avoir déjà goûté à la saga complète, je peux vous assurer que vous allez être absolument conquis. Coup de foudre garanti ! Parole d'Odin et Freya !😊