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The Bloodrune Saga #3
Home of the Fallen
The god who tormented them for lifetimes is finally dead.
But so is the man she loves.
Betrayed by her own blood and dragged toward West Anglor with the other witches, Lux carries the last fragile shard of Drak’s soul. With every passing moment, it decays, slipping further beyond her reach.
To save him, she must defy fate, death, and the ruin of kingdoms. To reclaim Vylheim, she must become something far more dangerous than the girl she once was.
But crowns have lost their meaning.
Power tastes like ash.
All they’ve ever truly wanted… is each other.
This is the third and final installment of The Bloodrune Saga.
But so is the man she loves.
Betrayed by her own blood and dragged toward West Anglor with the other witches, Lux carries the last fragile shard of Drak’s soul. With every passing moment, it decays, slipping further beyond her reach.
To save him, she must defy fate, death, and the ruin of kingdoms. To reclaim Vylheim, she must become something far more dangerous than the girl she once was.
But crowns have lost their meaning.
Power tastes like ash.
All they’ve ever truly wanted… is each other.
This is the third and final installment of The Bloodrune Saga.
- GenresRomantasy
349 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 15, 2026
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Home is where the Soul is.
‘“This is real, right?” I asked, like a f*cking idiot, but I had to hear her say it. “You’re actually here?” “I’m here, Drak.” I squeezed my eyes shut. “It was torture being able to hear you and reach out to you, but never with you.” “I’m here,” she repeated.’
This was book three, the final of the Viking-Vampire trilogy by Elsa Frey. I was right about a lot of things about the last book but a few things caught me off guard and that was namely Drak dying, this book was no different. Things still managed to catch me off guard, especially towards the end, and it was a thrill to read. I’m saddened to see the last of these characters but it was a great ending which most books sometimes cannot manage, and it did leave it open for future books about other characters in this world as well which is interesting.
Tropes;
Fated mates
Forbidden love
Reincarnation / lovers across lifetimes
Possessive vampire king
Marriage / “my wife”
Enemies to lovers
Slow-burn romance and intense yearning
Obsessive, all-consuming love
Vampires and vampire armies
Powerful female protagonist
Morally grey characters
Witches and forbidden magic
Gods interfering in mortal lives
Fate versus free will
Death, souls and resurrection
Kingdoms, power struggles and revenge
Characters that stuck out;
Finan- he’s a new character and I liked his intriguing broody self, ‘“I was nine, Sass.” I watched Stasia as he said the name I’d never heard before. Pastel pink gave life to her transparently white cheeks.’
Axel- he was in the previous books and his loyal father figure self is always a delight to read about, ‘Axel snorted with a rare show of amusement from an otherwise stoic and fatherly man. “So eloquently put, my Queen.”’
Stasia- I like her because she’s funny and has potential especially with how the book ended (didn’t see that coming), ‘Stasia clapped her hands together and beamed. “That settles it. We train your foresight, find Soren, get Drak back, and Drak takes his throne, and then I become Drak’s advisor and tell him exactly how I’d run this kingdom, so that everyone has food and freedom. As simple as meat pie,” she said. “I mean, the recipe is actually complicated, and getting the shape of the crust to fluff instead of fall flat can be tricky—Hel I’d k*ll for meat pie right now. I’m sick of fish.”’
Soren- he’s a new character in this book and is half Valkyrie and I need a spin off about him and him getting into trouble on crazy adventures- his dry flirty unbothered shadow magic self is alluring- ‘“His eyes tilted back again. “Gods, you’re insufferable. Love looks pathetic on you, do you know that?” “You’re as much a liar as you are a thief.”’
But beware, the author be killing everyone off in this final book.
The best side couple; Finan and Stasia. Their banter was great, there was instant connection, he’s protective of her and they are totally sunshinexgrumpy vibes. There was a hint about them possibly getting a book so I’m thrilled about that.
‘“-he parted his lips. “Don’t call me Pup.” Stasia lifted her hand and gave him an exaggerated salute. “Absolutely, Pup!” His mouth twitched. Was that a smile? On Finan? “And by ‘goddess’, I meant myself, obviously. I’ve been told my sweetbread is divine.” I wasn’t sure if Finan coughed or if he stifled a laugh, but he faced his back to us. His head swiveled, pretending to survey the forest as he ignored her.
Things I liked most about this book/these books; I loved how devoted Drak was to Lux in every way, in every life, and there’s plenty of spicy scenes to sink my teeth into, there’s a happily ever after and found family trope and beloved interesting side characters.
Things I wanted more of; I would have liked more on their past lives, especially the time of the creation of vampires as a whole because that’s s a big deal and I was getting Ester from the originals vibes (for entire trilogy), more use of witches and humans coming together to rid of vampires, I also thought that Lux defeating the king of gods was too easy and a little anticlimactic especially when she wasn’t immediately all-powerful, and finally, how she just casually mentioned that fae exist in this world in last book as if they’ve always been in this small vampiric world though I suppose it opens up the world to different future plots and couples.
The twist about Silver’s motivations caught me off guard, and I’m unsure about her redemption arc which seems to be the direction the author will take her character along with Soren in possible future books. I don’t like her, I never did and after been a pain in the bum for the entire trilogy I’m not ready to forgive her and honestly I think Soren deserves better despite his taste is ‘mean’ women and their history as children.
Quotes;
‘I stared at her, watching her stride, her breathing, the way she observed everything in her environment, and the subtle sighs of relief when the back of my hand brushed hers. My wife. Not officially, but I didn’t want to fucking wait for that before calling her mine.’ And also, ‘My goddamn soul would shatter again if I lost her.’
My Favourite; “I will not die until I build you another library.”- words every reader wants to desperately hear.
What makes this trilogy so special to me is how dark, messy, and emotionally intense it is. The romance isn't simply about two people falling in love. It's about fate, obsession, sacrifice, and two souls who seem destined to find each other despite everything standing in their way. The stakes feel especially heartbreaking going into this final instalment. With Drak's soul slipping away and Lux facing the possibility of losing him forever, their story becomes about just how far someone is willing to go for the person they love. I wanted them to have their happiness after everything they had endured, and I was desperate for a conclusion that would make the emotional journey worthwhile.
Overall, Home of the Fallen is a fitting book to bring this trilogy to its conclusion.
This is a trilogy for readers who love their romance dark, their characters morally complicated, and their happily-ever-afters hard-earned.
Thank you Elsa Frey for the ARC, I wish you the best with future books.
‘“This is real, right?” I asked, like a f*cking idiot, but I had to hear her say it. “You’re actually here?” “I’m here, Drak.” I squeezed my eyes shut. “It was torture being able to hear you and reach out to you, but never with you.” “I’m here,” she repeated.’
This was book three, the final of the Viking-Vampire trilogy by Elsa Frey. I was right about a lot of things about the last book but a few things caught me off guard and that was namely Drak dying, this book was no different. Things still managed to catch me off guard, especially towards the end, and it was a thrill to read. I’m saddened to see the last of these characters but it was a great ending which most books sometimes cannot manage, and it did leave it open for future books about other characters in this world as well which is interesting.
Tropes;
Fated mates
Forbidden love
Reincarnation / lovers across lifetimes
Possessive vampire king
Marriage / “my wife”
Enemies to lovers
Slow-burn romance and intense yearning
Obsessive, all-consuming love
Vampires and vampire armies
Powerful female protagonist
Morally grey characters
Witches and forbidden magic
Gods interfering in mortal lives
Fate versus free will
Death, souls and resurrection
Kingdoms, power struggles and revenge
Characters that stuck out;
Finan- he’s a new character and I liked his intriguing broody self, ‘“I was nine, Sass.” I watched Stasia as he said the name I’d never heard before. Pastel pink gave life to her transparently white cheeks.’
Axel- he was in the previous books and his loyal father figure self is always a delight to read about, ‘Axel snorted with a rare show of amusement from an otherwise stoic and fatherly man. “So eloquently put, my Queen.”’
Stasia- I like her because she’s funny and has potential especially with how the book ended (didn’t see that coming), ‘Stasia clapped her hands together and beamed. “That settles it. We train your foresight, find Soren, get Drak back, and Drak takes his throne, and then I become Drak’s advisor and tell him exactly how I’d run this kingdom, so that everyone has food and freedom. As simple as meat pie,” she said. “I mean, the recipe is actually complicated, and getting the shape of the crust to fluff instead of fall flat can be tricky—Hel I’d k*ll for meat pie right now. I’m sick of fish.”’
Soren- he’s a new character in this book and is half Valkyrie and I need a spin off about him and him getting into trouble on crazy adventures- his dry flirty unbothered shadow magic self is alluring- ‘“His eyes tilted back again. “Gods, you’re insufferable. Love looks pathetic on you, do you know that?” “You’re as much a liar as you are a thief.”’
But beware, the author be killing everyone off in this final book.
The best side couple; Finan and Stasia. Their banter was great, there was instant connection, he’s protective of her and they are totally sunshinexgrumpy vibes. There was a hint about them possibly getting a book so I’m thrilled about that.
‘“-he parted his lips. “Don’t call me Pup.” Stasia lifted her hand and gave him an exaggerated salute. “Absolutely, Pup!” His mouth twitched. Was that a smile? On Finan? “And by ‘goddess’, I meant myself, obviously. I’ve been told my sweetbread is divine.” I wasn’t sure if Finan coughed or if he stifled a laugh, but he faced his back to us. His head swiveled, pretending to survey the forest as he ignored her.
Things I liked most about this book/these books; I loved how devoted Drak was to Lux in every way, in every life, and there’s plenty of spicy scenes to sink my teeth into, there’s a happily ever after and found family trope and beloved interesting side characters.
Things I wanted more of; I would have liked more on their past lives, especially the time of the creation of vampires as a whole because that’s s a big deal and I was getting Ester from the originals vibes (for entire trilogy), more use of witches and humans coming together to rid of vampires, I also thought that Lux defeating the king of gods was too easy and a little anticlimactic especially when she wasn’t immediately all-powerful, and finally, how she just casually mentioned that fae exist in this world in last book as if they’ve always been in this small vampiric world though I suppose it opens up the world to different future plots and couples.
The twist about Silver’s motivations caught me off guard, and I’m unsure about her redemption arc which seems to be the direction the author will take her character along with Soren in possible future books. I don’t like her, I never did and after been a pain in the bum for the entire trilogy I’m not ready to forgive her and honestly I think Soren deserves better despite his taste is ‘mean’ women and their history as children.
Quotes;
‘I stared at her, watching her stride, her breathing, the way she observed everything in her environment, and the subtle sighs of relief when the back of my hand brushed hers. My wife. Not officially, but I didn’t want to fucking wait for that before calling her mine.’ And also, ‘My goddamn soul would shatter again if I lost her.’
My Favourite; “I will not die until I build you another library.”- words every reader wants to desperately hear.
What makes this trilogy so special to me is how dark, messy, and emotionally intense it is. The romance isn't simply about two people falling in love. It's about fate, obsession, sacrifice, and two souls who seem destined to find each other despite everything standing in their way. The stakes feel especially heartbreaking going into this final instalment. With Drak's soul slipping away and Lux facing the possibility of losing him forever, their story becomes about just how far someone is willing to go for the person they love. I wanted them to have their happiness after everything they had endured, and I was desperate for a conclusion that would make the emotional journey worthwhile.
Overall, Home of the Fallen is a fitting book to bring this trilogy to its conclusion.
This is a trilogy for readers who love their romance dark, their characters morally complicated, and their happily-ever-afters hard-earned.
Thank you Elsa Frey for the ARC, I wish you the best with future books.
August 9, 2026
I got the privilege to beta read the final book to this series and I hope everyone enjoys it as much as I did.
First will I reread it? Yes I know the author will be making some small changes. However, this final book sucked me in from page one till the very last page.
Lux and Drak’s story is tragic you have to see this series through to the end. This book shows you so much of their story and my heart just broke. So many life’s together never getting their HEA.
A lot happens in this one and it moves so fast. The flow so smooth and on point I was able to flow the lore and it kept me intrigued. I have to say out of the 3 this was hands down my favorite. The side characters were some of the best and brought the book to life.
The ending 😭♥️ chefs kiss. The author Wraps it up perfectly for these two and even adds the emotional depth that makes you feel like you’ve known these characters forever. I highly recommend.
First will I reread it? Yes I know the author will be making some small changes. However, this final book sucked me in from page one till the very last page.
Lux and Drak’s story is tragic you have to see this series through to the end. This book shows you so much of their story and my heart just broke. So many life’s together never getting their HEA.
A lot happens in this one and it moves so fast. The flow so smooth and on point I was able to flow the lore and it kept me intrigued. I have to say out of the 3 this was hands down my favorite. The side characters were some of the best and brought the book to life.
The ending 😭♥️ chefs kiss. The author Wraps it up perfectly for these two and even adds the emotional depth that makes you feel like you’ve known these characters forever. I highly recommend.
October 15, 2026
I LOVE this series so much and 5 stars is not nearly enough in my opinion. If you love Vikings and that atmosphere this is so perfect. You also have witches and vampires mixed with Norse gods. There is a MMC who would burn the world for the FMC. The world Frey has built is so beautiful and expansive. A new character is introduced and he is so much fun.
This the final book in the bloodrune saga and it picks up right where book 2 ended. Drak’s soul has been shattered and Lux is trying to locate the pieces to bring him back , if that will even work…all while her sister Silver has taken over Vylheim with her vampires. Will Drak and Lux ever find the peace that they crave after constantly being ripped apart.
This the final book in the bloodrune saga and it picks up right where book 2 ended. Drak’s soul has been shattered and Lux is trying to locate the pieces to bring him back , if that will even work…all while her sister Silver has taken over Vylheim with her vampires. Will Drak and Lux ever find the peace that they crave after constantly being ripped apart.
November 1, 2026
This series just got better and better as you went and pulled on the heart strings and made you fall in love with the fiercest couple that just didn't stop through lifetimes. If you like Vampires, Witches and Vikings, you will absolutely love this book!!!
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