Last of the Vikings is a powerful and intense story that dives deep into the complexities of love, honor, and duty. Set against the backdrop of the harsh and unforgiving landscape of Norway, the novel follows the life of Oluf, a proud and noble Viking warrior struggling to come to terms with a changing world.

The author, Johan Bojer, does an exceptional job of bringing the characters and settings to life, painting a vivid picture of the rugged beauty and harsh realities of Viking life. Oluf is a complex and compelling character, torn between his loyalty to his clan and his desire for something more in life. As he navigates the treacherous waters of love, politics, and betrayal, the reader is drawn into his world and left on the edge of their seat, eager to see how his story unfolds.

Bojer's writing is both lyrical and evocative, capturing the spirit of the Viking era with stunning detail and authenticity. The novel is a gripping and emotional tale that explores themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. Last of the Vikings is a must-read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction or epic tales of heroism and adventure.

Book Description:
In a small village on the coast of Northern Norway lives the Myran family. Father is a fisher man and is, in the eyes of the oldest son, like a god on the sea. Mother spends every winter in fear of losing somebody she loves to the storms and waves. She longs to move inland and turn her back on the coast and all its dangers. The novel explores some of the tension between inland and coast, poor and wealthy, tradition and progress while also depicting the highs and lows of a winter of fishing in Lofoten. - Summary by kathrinee