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On Viking Seas (The Forerunner Saga Book 3) by Jay Veloso Batista

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On Viking Seas (The Forerunner Saga Book 3) by Jay Veloso Batista
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Genre – Fantasy, Historical
Page Count – 350
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From Cornish pit mines to Jorvik back alleys, from the Mercian Court to beyond the North Sea, the Agneson clan continues their adventures across Midgard and the 9 realms: Scheming aldermen, duplicitous monks, slave drivers, dark elves, trolls, ghosts, shapeshifting witches, the legendary Norse Wild Hunt, and… a dragon!
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 Jotenheim 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. Like history and legends? Enjoy the gritty realism of TV’s Vikings or the multi-character fantasy of The Song of Ice and Fire? Want Viking Age drama and adventures like The Last Kingdom, then this is a series you’ll love!

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Jay Veloso Batista is a published author of Historical Fantasy and Supernatural Suspense, technical non-fiction, poetry and role-playing games. The Forerunner Series includes ‘Thorfinn and the Witch’s Curse,’ ‘The Vardoger Boy,’ ‘On Viking Seas,’ ‘Kara, Shieldmaiden of Eire (2022),’ ‘Mauraders in Jotunheim (2023),’ and  ‘Voyage to Cordova (2024).’ Jay loves history, cycling and hiking, and  good craft beer! A frequent traveler for business and pleasure, Jay has visited all 50 states and all of the continents except Antarctica, and the places he has frequented support his story craft. A father and grandfather, Jay lives on the eastern Delaware shore with his wife where they can kayak, swim in the ocean and eat lots of blue fin crabs! You can learn more about Jay at www.jayvelosobatista.com or on his Facebook Author page.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Tori Mitton

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Another gripping book! This is the second in the series and amazing as the first.
In this book you will follow Kara, Cub, and of course our favorite Finn as their stories come along. This has more of the historical aspects, where as the first has more magic in it. But still soo good!! I’m going in for all the books in this series!!

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Melissa Saxton

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Though listed as a fantasy and with some fantasy components this book I’d say far more heavy on historical fiction. If you want to learn about the Vikings and the 9th century with a little fantasy tossed in this is got you.
The Vikings are about to go to war with the Saxons… in a multi pov you learn about Cub and his father against Alfred the Great…. Get a glimpse of domestic life with Kara as she flees her home with her mother and siblings and fulfill your wish for fantasy genre wit .Finn the spirit walker and his latest opponent!
There is so much detail in this story the Author makes you feel like you are living it!

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Ashleyann Sanabria

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Holy Viking adventure! This book really immerses you in the time period by delving into the surroundings and the way people lived. It was hard to connect to the characters, but I think that is because I did not realize this was a second in series when I picked up, so it was pretty clear that I am missing some background. None the less, the adventure was still easy enough to follow and there was plenty going on in the story to keep you interested. While not my typical read (very much a historical fantasy), I enjoyed the book and will be picking up the first one to see what I missed. Perhaps I will even continue with the series! If you are a fan of Vikings, historical reads, and adventure, definitely give this book a shot!

Reviewed by @asanabr1

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The Vardoger Boy (Forerunner Series Book 2) by Jay Velosa Batista – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

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The Vardoger Boy (Forerunner Series)The Vardoger Boy by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

It is the year 878 and the story of Thorfinn continues as he comes to terms with his forerunner status and everything that goes with it, but it isn’t smooth running, his brothers won’t come near him and rumours are spreading about him, so he goes to sea with his Uncle Karl on his Viking ship. Not everything goes to plan for him and he ;earns that he has to earn his passage on the ship, so he completes a quest for the mast troll when they pull into the last port before heading out to sea, this quest takes him under the estuary waters where he has to face a Kelp man and his nuggles.

Meanwhile, war has broken out with Wessex and the Agneson Clan have been called to march with the Great Viking Horde to face them, so all the able bodied men march towards the midlands and heed the battle cry, this includes Cub as he has now come of age and can join in the menfolk as they uphold their fealty to their Lords.

Back at home, the rest of the women and children of the families are keeping the homesteads running smoothly and awaiting news of their friends and family, while preparing for the seasons and the tasks at hand. For the youths left behind this includes training and chores, that is until one night when the Agneson homestead is attacked in the night, as a blood feud is acted upon through retaliatory action.

As all this happens, other nefarious plans are in the works further North where a werebear plans their revenge against Karl’s crew and the villagers they helped, but they are not alone, a dark elf has joined with them and strengthened their magic and fuelled their desperate thirst for vengeance.

Will the Agneson Clan succeed in their fight against the Danes of Wessex and return home? Can the womenfolk of the clan defend their homestead against the blood feud they are in the middle of? Will Thorfinn succeed in his quest and defeat the Kelp man and his nuggles? Will the clan of were-beasts and their dark elf complete their quest for revenge? This is another epic fantasy adventure in Danish England for the Agneson Clan as they face their trials and tribulations in this tale of magic, blood and family values which will keep you hooked from the start.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Ashley McMillon

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was an incredibly challenging book to read! There are quite a few levels to the book, understanding the scenery, characters, etc, which makes for a super interesting, original story! I am interested in finding out more about book one and filling in the background of the story. Great development and interesting characters in the book. This is one book that would be amazing to see on screen!

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Desiree Ottinger

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This addition of the Agneson Clan adventures doesn’t disappoint! The Vikings are called together to defend their way of life. Agne and his oldest son, Cub, are called to battle and thus leave the family homestead. Gurid is left to defend the homestead with Kara and Sorven in her husband’s absence. Thorfinn has left with his Uncle Karl to fulfill his uncle’s oath to return for his men. As the men prepare for battle, Cub learns the ins and outs of battle. A blood feud comes to the homestead and the family is forced to flee to extended family for protection. Thorfinn finds himself dealing with a mast troll, a kelp man, and a dark elf that feeds the were-bear man his uncle must fight. Can the family survive the many trials before them? Will the Vikings succeed in their push for life to stay the same? Can Gurid get her family to safety before the blood feud catches up to them?

This is an exciting book! I did not want to put it down until I found out how things turned out. So many things are happening all at once that I couldn’t help but be sucked into the year 878 and feel immersed in Danelaw England’s struggles. I really like this series!

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Jerricka Brown

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is my first book from this author. I really enjoyed reading this. I was hooked from the very beginning. It is the second book in the series but it was a great read. I will definitely be reading the first book also. I loved all the aspects the author used in this book to make it come to life. I felt like I was right there in the story.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Kylean Sprosty

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Thankfully I read the first book in the series or I feel like I may have been totally lost. The historical descriptions continue to completely immerse you into the scenes and life of the characters. This book has more action and adventure right from the beginning than the previous book. As you more closely follow Cub, Kara, and Finn in their stories, you also can tell there will be more to come as some of the other characters still need closure. This second book does not seem to have as much of the magical elements as the first book and seems to be more involved in the historical aspects. With that said, still a great read!

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Thorfinn and the Witch’s Curse (The Forerunner Saga Book 1) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review By Kylean Sprosty

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Hard to follow at first with all the different names and story line changes. Once you get to Thorfinn’s adventures it becomes much easier to follow. I am by no means a history buff, but the book seems to be historically accurate in regards to the Viking culture. Thorfinn must concur the curse that was set upon him through his grandfather’s misdeeds years before. The Raven hopes for Thorfinn’s success in removing his own curse. The magic elements make the very historic world-building much more enjoyable and entertaining. You can tell the story is left open enough for a sequel to continue, hopefully the next book is just as enchanting.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Jamie Truex

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the series. I enjoyed it a lot. Great character development and wonderful descriptions of the world in which you are taken to. With this being a viking fantasy book, you also get a lot of realistic parts as well. It’s a good mix in my opinion. The ending will definitely leave you wanting to start the next book!

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Susan Ratchford

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Vardoger Boy
The Forerunner series (Book 2)
By: Jay Veloso Batista
Review by: Susan Ratchford
4 stars

The Agneson clan faces more challenges than ever in Book 2 of The Forerunner series. A blood feud forces Gurid and her children from their house across the lands to a safe haven. Cub trains on the battlefield for the war against King Alfred’s men. On the high seas Thorfinn the Forerunner faces many creatures of the Nine realms, including the were-beast who’s plotting his revenge, and Karl suspects his nephew might be more than what he seems.
I am going to find the rest of the series ASAP! I absolutely loved this book and felt like I was living through it with them! I started with book 2 in this series and found it pretty easy to be caught up on the plot and the characters which I thoroughly appreciated. The immersive action and lifelike battle sequences had me gripping the book in suspense! I felt emotionally connected to even the most minor characters from the very first line due to Batista’s vivid portrayal of them. This series is the perfect blend of historical, fantasy, and a beautiful mythology that will keep you entangled in the story. I highly recommend The Forerunner Series!

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista . This is not my typical genre but I loved this book. Its a Historical fantasy that once you start reading you won’t want to put it down! Its the story of Cub, Agne and their father as they go to war against Alfred the Great, his brother Fin sails off with his Uncle Karl. The rest of the family is left at home to fight with another clan that is out for blood. This is set during Viking times and the author’s writing is so good that I felt like I was really there. Its the typical war time story where you don’t know who to trust and who is really your friend. there are traumatic life changing events and seeing loved ones killed and betrayed. These children being sent off to war and being sent away to save their lives are children, young children. That’s the time they lived in. Such a good Fantasy book. I will be reading more of this author’s work

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Tina Vega

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love a good fantasy story, and this is one of the best I’ve read. A different time, Vikings, and a compelling plot make this story original and exciting! The characters have depth, and the plot keeps you guessing. I loved how detailed scenes were as well as the historical significance. A great read you will not regret picking up!

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great follow up to the first one. It was so easy to get lost within this world again, and the characters involved. It took no effort at all to become invested in the main characters again, and really get behind everything he is doing.
The author has created another detailed and descriptive story that is easy to visualise. I could imagine being there with the characters, experiencing everything they do. The author has a unique writing style and it fits with this type of book. This is a great series so far and I am looking forward to seeing where it goes.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Jess Dimmock

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In the first Forerunner Saga book, we met the Agneson clan. The story mostly followed the main family focusing mainly on Thorfinn the youngest son, and his uncle Karl. In this, Book 2 of the Forerunner Saga, the story switches amongst the family much more evenly as they have gone in several different directions.
Thorfinn has shipped out with his uncle Karl and is learning about the realm between realms from new sources on his adventures. Agne and Cub have joined the call to war from Guthrum and marched off with the clan’s warriors. Leaving Gurid, Yeru, Mae and the rest of the younger children. They are attacked by the surviving Magnussen’s and driven from the homestead.
There is a lot more adventure in this book, and our characters have grown. We see quite a bit more development of the story and characters and I look forward to the next book as this one ends on a bit of a cliff-hanger.

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Thorfinn and the Witch’s Curse (The Forerunner Saga Book 1) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review By Megan Watson

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It took me a while to get into this book and every percent was a struggle. This is NOT the book’s fault. I am a mood reader and this was not my mood. The beginning does start off a little foggy; and by foggy I mean that I really didn’t know what was going on. Once you get to Finn’s point of view it starts to pick up and things start to line up a little bit better. I don’t know much Norse mythology or history but the important parts were explained in a well enough way that I was able to keep up. And! Some of the locations from historical shows did ring a bell.This book has a LARGE character list and I had to take side notes to even begin to keep up.
Epic fantasy. Vikings. A beautiful wedding and a pretty epic battle. It starts off a little slow, but keep going and you’ll be swept up in story.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Megan Watson

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

It took me a while to get into this book and every percent was a struggle. This is NOT the book’s fault. I am a mood reader and this was not my mood. The beginning does start off a little foggy; and by foggy I mean that I really didn’t know what was going on. Once you get to Finn’s point of view it starts to pick up and things start to line up a little bit better. I don’t know much Norse mythology or history but the important parts were explained in a well enough way that I was able to keep up. And! Some of the locations from historical shows did ring a bell.This book has a LARGE character list and I had to take side notes to even begin to keep up.
Epic fantasy. Vikings. A beautiful wedding and a pretty epic battle. It starts off a little slow, but keep going and you’ll be swept up in story.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Jennifer Gordon

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I was looking forward to reading this second book in the series, and I was not disappointed, as the epic adventures of the Agneson Clan continued. Set in Danelaw England, in 878, and the Vikings are at war with the last Saxon Kingdom, and as the Danish forces assemble for war on Wessex, the loyal Agneson Clan heeds the call to join the Great Viking Horde. This entertaining and enjoyable epic saga is a mix of historical fantasy and supernatural suspense, and it had me gripped from start to finish. Forerunner Thorfinn has his own adventures and dangers to overcome, as he learns that the Nine Realms are full of surprising hidden folk, and to earn his place aboard the Viking’s ship he must accept a mast troll’s quest. I was fully immersed in this story as the descriptive narrative along with the historical details really brings the setting and era vividly to life. This is a fast paced and exciting read, and I look forward to the next book in the series.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

The Vardoger Boy is the second book in The Forerunner Series. There’s a summary of the previous book at the start, but it is best enjoyed after reading Thorfinn and the Witch’s Curse.

This is an exciting story with fantasy elements set in the UK during Viking times. Having lived near York/Jorvik, I enjoyed recognising familiar sites and landmarks! There’s plenty of historical detail and the author really brings the world to life with multisensory descriptions. It really captured my imagination!

I particularly liked the depictions of women. There are shieldmaidens, who are as at home on the battlefield as male warriors. But there are also women who prefer working with needles than swords who prove ready to fight when the need arises. Kara is a wonderful character, and it’s particularly interesting seeing her grow in understanding as she sees a new side of the women in her life.

I would recommend this series to readers who enjoy historical fantasy, especially those interested in Vikings and Norse mythology! It gets five stars from me, and I’m looking forward to reading the rest of the series.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

4.5 Stars

 

The Vardoger Boy is the second book in The Forerunner Series by Jay Veloso Batista. This epic fantasy picks up just after the end of book one and continues all the action and adventure we have come to expect from this dynamic author.
This saga is set in the middle ages, the year is 878, and Thorfinn, Karl, Cub and the rest of their clan are being tested, on many levels. With Vikings, danger, violence, battles, emotion, Norse mythology, curses, history, paranormal/supernatural elements, drama, challenges, mystery, and more…. all made for a very engrossing read.
Jay Veloso Batista has a gift for telling an epic tale and his attention to detail definitely helps to really immerse me in the story. He weaves quite a detailed and descriptive story with clever touches that pulled me into the adventure to experience everything right alongside the characters. I am fully invested in them and the outcome of their saga and thoroughly enjoying it all. This story wouldn’t be the same without these interesting characters, or the fantastic worldbuilding that Jay Veloso Batista has mastered so brilliantly. I am well and truly hooked now and can’t wait to see where we go from here.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Jay Veloso Batista.
Reviewed by @angelahayes

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Alison Risher

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As original and compelling as its predecessor, the second book in this series does not disappoint! Beginning with a simple recap, this would also be great as a stand-alone read. The protagonist goes from being feared to being accepted by some of his family members. Other characters learn to face their weaknesses, and reach deep inside themselves to overcome obstacles. Set against the rich historical backdrop of the ascension of Alfred the Great, the author continues to entertain and enlighten readers.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed reading this fantasy adventure story. This is the second book in this series which is just as great as the first. This is a well written story about Thorfinn, his clan and the war battles that they seem to find themselves in. I really enjoy Thorfinn and what he brings to the story. He is my favorite of all the characters. A strong, engaging character that is supportive of others. I enjoyed being pulled into the story from the start. The author did a great job of details to make me feel as if I was right there with the characters. This is a fast paced, engaging story that has great growth and is hard to put down. You don’t want to miss what happens next to Thorfinn. I highly recommend this book.

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Thorfinn and the Witch’s Curse (The Forerunner Saga Book 1) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review By Sam Rainville

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great start to a series. Jay Batista really weaves and intricate tale. There are a lot of details and insight to the inner workings of a Viking clan. There are deep characters on great adventure. Thorfinn wins your heart as you find yourself rooting for him while submersed in Viking and Norse culture and mythology. If you are a fan of magical quests, you will be captivated by this tale.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista

The Vardoger Boy is the second book in The Forerunner Saga and I absolutely loved reading it. This is a Historical Fantasy that once you start reading there’s no stopping until you finish. It’s a wonderful written story and the characters are relatable, fun ,strong and well developed. This authors style of writing blows me away. Every book I read I feel like I get swept away on a wonderful voyage . I highly recommend reading the first book if you haven’t already as its just as good as this one. This book is packed with adventure battles,action and so much more. I highly recommend reading this to find out what happens next. I don’t want to give away anything. I can’t wait for the next book and look forward to reading more from this Author.

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Kerry Carr

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Forerunner Series. I do definately recommend reading these books in order so you get a full understanding of the story and the characters involved. I have read the first book and was so excited to get this book to see where the author takes us. This story is all about change and how peoples lives are affected in different ways by the same circumstances.
I love that this story is a mixture of history and mythology. It allows us an insight into how the world used to be.

The war is brewing again and this time there will be life’s lost that will change the families lives from the oldest to the youngest.
We are also still travelling with Karl and Thorfinn. They are travelling on a longboat to protect the people the vowed to protect. However Karl is getting suspicious about his nephew and his strange behaviour.
Thorfinn is still struggling to come to terms with being able to walk between worlds and what that actually means for him and the things he sees.

This story is so captivating and is full of twists and turns that will keep a reader gripped. It is a story of change and betrayal where no one knows who to trust and the consequences of trusting the wrong person could mean life or death

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Jo Frizzell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was just as stunningly fabulous as the first book! I adore the illustration of the world and the characters too. The alternating points of view are such an engaging way to tell the story, seeing different parts and how they tie together. I like seeing how the characters interact and how they relate to each other, even as they come from different ways of life and different experiences. Also I enjoy the family ties aspects, how family is important to each character and the way that relationship guides actions. This truly is an amazing book within this series and I look forward to reading more!

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Jenni Bishop

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The Vardoger Boy (Forerunner Series)The Vardoger Boy by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Vardoger Boy is the second book in the Forerunner series and follows on from Thorfinn & the Witches Curse. I recommend reading that first to help you understand the characters better. Viking lore with fantasy paranormal elements what more could you ask for.

It is an action-packed adventure, with struggles and betrayal, emotions and romance rounding out Jay’s weaving fantastical historical fiction that is full of Norse mythology.

It is set in Midgard and the Realm Between. With plenty of strong characters, a great battle and brutality, danger and excitement and a blood feud. Fighting for hearth and family

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Vardoger Boy (The Forerunner Saga Book 2) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Captivating story once again by a truly gifted author! Finn’s adventure from the first series continues in this gripping adventure! This time he is not alone! The book was great visually once again and brought a lot to the table! I loved every moment of this adventure and wait in anticipation for more!

I loved this one for many reasons. Yes, Finn is the protagonist, and he seems to find his footing in this one along side his father of the true meaning what it is to be a Varadoger. I found the journey to that for Finn was hard at times, but his spirit never allowed him to give up, not even for a second! I more less loved the trials he faced through out to get to where he was by the time the book concluded. I also loved how all of Finn’s family had an important role in this novel! I am not speaking just of his father, but his siblings as well as his mother. They all played a role in this story. There was a lot happening at times but was very easy to follow and comprehend. I loved the author’s way of molding this story together and how things came to light, and what may come in future adaptations to the series! Loved it!

Again, amazing installment to the series! I think I may have even loved this installment more than the previous! I can not wait for the next adventure for Finn and his family to be able to be read by myself. I highly recommend this book, for sure a must read! It’s a fun journey that should be experienced!

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Thorfinn and the Witch’s Curse (The Forerunner Saga Book 1) by Jay Veloso Batista – Review By Shai Flores

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Thorfinn and the Witch's Curse (The Forerunner Series #1)Thorfinn and the Witch’s Curse by Jay Veloso Batista
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I love finding a new series to read! At first I didn’t realize this was a series that was already more than one book long and as I finished this, I found myself wanting to know when the next one was being released. I was really excited to see there are more books already. I am definitely going to be starting the next one asap! This is the story of a boy in 9th century England who finds himself cursed by a witch and living in 2 worlds. It is a combination of historical fiction, fantasy, and ghost story! As a teacher, I thought of a lot of people that would enjoy this book and plan on recommending it to some of my previous students. It was an easy-to-read, original story that kept me turning the pages for sure!

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