On Viking Seas

The Forerunner Series Book Three

With the fall of the Danish army at the battle of Ethandun, historical events scatter the Agneson family: Cub is enslaved in the Devonshire tin mines while Sorven stalks retribution in Jorvik; Kara is unwillingly propelled toward a convenient Saxon marriage while Karl and his crew are castaway on a mythic floating island. Separated and marooned, each is forced to tackle their challenges alone while the forerunner Thorfinn faces supernatural revenge, a battle to lift a Jarl’s curse and the release of his Jotunhiem wyrm in Midgard!

Can Cub escape his overseers in the tin pits of Devon? Can Kara evade her Saxon uncle’s plans for her marriage? Will Sorven succeed in his bloody revenge? Can Finn save a Jarl’s daughter and break a mysterious curse? Can the forerunner find and help his scattered family overcome their trials?

And what can Finn do with… a pet dragon?!?

Based on actual historical events and authentic legends, this epic fantasy follows the paths of the sons and daughters of Agne, Son of Ironfist in the Viking Era circa the year 880. Don’t miss this grand panoramic tale!

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“The subplots are incredibly rich and well-woven. I think Cub is in the worst condition of all of them, but he has the resilience and courage to get out of every situation. The narrative, the legends involved, and the character development were all on point in this novel. I highly recommend it!”

— Rabia Tanveer for Readers’ Favorites

“The novel is suspenseful, and the shifts from one character’s ordeal to the next just make it even more gripping. Jay Veloso Batista knows what it takes to grab and retain the attention of readers from one spellbinding chapter to the next. This is a work that will appeal strongly to fans of epic fantasy and lovers of stories with magical worlds to explore. The universe the author creates is nothing like ours and readers will have the magical experience of navigating landscapes that are similar to the creations of J.R.R. Tolkien. On Viking Seas melds magic with adventure to create a reading experience that readers will enjoy, with characters that are fleshed-out and memorable.”

— Christian Sia for Readers’ Favorites

“One of my favorite things about this novel, and the wider series in general, is the use of unique and different mythological creatures. I really enjoyed the use of new creations alongside more well-known ones and found this an interesting twist, a feature that certainly sets the book apart from other fantasy novels in this genre. Author Jay Veloso Batista balances the gritty and darker nature of the book extremely well with the lighter and more comedic side, giving you a welcome break from the more intense scenes in the book. The author is a master at world building, making it easy for you to imagine yourself in the world alongside the characters. The characters themselves were diverse and relatable and despite the large cast, I found myself invested in each and every one of them. I would not hesitate to recommend On Viking Seas and the series to those who are fans of fantasy novels with a twist of realism.”

— K.C. Finn for Readers’ Favorites

“On Viking Seas is a page-turning story that is packed with action, especially for a reader like me who has always been fascinated by tales of Vikings and the Norsemen…. On Viking Seas is suspenseful and Jay Veloso Batista, a master craftsman of this action thriller, shows a perfectly fashioned understanding of the world the characters inhabit, mysterious and magical, with creatures of legend such as elves, ghosts, witches, and a dragon. There is a pervasive, dark energy that follows the characters, and each of them is molded with the grit that makes them face adversity with courage and the will to come out alive. On Viking Seas has hints of adventure, mystery, and intrigue; it is a story that is told in bold writing with characters that no one wants to leave behind. The story is packed with terrific descriptions and unrelenting action.”

— Jose Cornelio for Readers’ Favorites

“I greatly enjoyed the first two books, but this one I couldn’t put down. We now know the main characters like good friends, and it’s easy to care about what happens to them – but there’s no telling what’s coming next. This well-paced and richly detailed book offers a balance of historic fact, believable fantasy and action that will keep you immersed and turning the page. Highly recommended.”