Heroes of Valhalla

By: C.K. Kesterson

Narrated by: Wes Malik

An epic Norse retelling for fans of Bernard Cornwell and David Gemmell.

Starkad knew those days were over. The gods, whether old or new, cared not for the plight of the people. The age of gods was over. Perhaps it was now the age of heroes, or maybe the end of everything was on the horizon.

Starkad did not know the answer. All he knew was that cold steel now ruled. If the gods had abandoned him, then he would make his own way.

The north has descended into darkness. Abandoned by the empire. Deserted by the old gods. Left to fend for themselves. The Kingdom of Asgard is a light in the darkness, a beacon of civilization in a dying land. A place of heroes.

But war is coming...

Driven by prophecy, Odin, king of Asgard searches tirelessly for a hero who can stop the coming destruction.

The Aesir Saga is a gritty reimagining of Viking age myth told through the eyes of three young warriors destined to become Heroes of Valhalla.

©2024 C.K. Kesterson (P)2024 C.K. Kesterson

A gritty, Norse adventure!

Heroes of Valhalla by C.K. Kesterson is a gritty, Norse adventure that captures the Viking spirit with vivid storytelling. Wes Malik's narration brings the world of Asgard and its heroes to life, making every moment feel epic. “The gods, whether old or new, cared not for the plight of the people” sets the perfect tone for this gripping saga of prophecy, war, and the fight for survival.

Intriguing Story

I enjoyed the storyline and while I got bogged down a bit in the middle possibly because I was listening while doing other things, I found the main characters each had relatable characteristics and enjoyed their growth. Curious how the next book will go! Side note, there is some minor language(like 3 F-bombs) for those with sensitive ears.

Fantastic retelling of mythological stories

The story and character arcs were fantastic. I had a few issues with how the narrator conveyed a few things, but it wasn’t too bad as to distract from the story.

Not Marvel or gods, Legendary Men of the North

Not knowing anything about the book, I started listening. At first my mind was confused because I was expecting the gods of the North and not the historical fiction of the men who became the legends. As soon as my mind made the switch, the story was compelling and I continued to look forward to where the story would lead. I am hoping that this is the first in a series that will continue to tell the story of Odin, Thor, Loki and the actual heroes of the men who fought for them in their battles. Well worth the listen.