Hammer and the Horn

The interspersed stories of Vidar's alter-ego, Sin Skolding, make this story a hit for me. The main storyline tale is well told and full of action, romance and pathos without degenerating into being a bodice-ripper. While not as deep or thought provoking as other available fiction in the same format, such as Gaiman's American Gods or Zelazny's Amber series, this book offers a fun read, ample entertainment, and would not be ashamed to stand next to them on a bookshelf. It deserves consideration by their fans or others who grew up with the Norse myths as bedtime stories.

An excellent feast to fans of Norse Mythology. The main story is interspersed with tidbit legends and "memories" of Vidar told as stories. Those who aren't familiar with Norse Mythology will find their interest piqued by this incredible book, which I have yet to find in a used bookstore.

After Ragnarok the twilight of the Norse Gods, Vidar, one of the last remaining sons of Odin came to Midgard (earth) in an attempt to leave behind his peoples legacy of violence. Now, after a thousand years Vidar is called back to save his world and ours from an evil of the past, a monster even the Gods fear.