Veni Vidi Vicious
A Viking Pride and Prejudice Variation
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Elin Eriksen
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"Never a whit should one blame another for the folly which many befalls; the might of love makes sons of men into fools who once were wise... (Hávamál from the Poetic Edda).
A unique story in the Austenesque catalogue—a Viking era variation of Pride and Prejudice. Set in the late 800s when King Alfred the Great ruled in Wessex and Harold Fairhair united tribal Norway into one kingdom.
Elizabeth’s courage had risen when faced with the fierce Viking, but what will she do when she finds herself as a stowaway on a Viking ship, heading for a major sea battle?
Fitzwilliam has been taught since infancy that men do not love, but can he withstand the temptation of giving his heart to the one woman whose eyes he cannot resist?
The Bennets have travelled to London to trade and visit their relations when Elizabeth’s brother, John, enters the house, battered and bruised, announcing they are expecting guests the next morning.
Elizabeth has no choice; she is forced to wed the savage Viking Fitzwilliam Darcyson to save her brother, to sail across the North Sea to a foreign country with pagan customs. Fortunately, her most beloved sister will travel with her as Jane has wed the amiable chieftain of Netherfield, in a double wedding with Elizabeth and the Jarl of Nidaros.
A ruthless time in history is brought to life through Elizabeth Bennet and Fitzwilliam Darcyson’s eyes as they get to know one another and adjust to each other’s customs through battles, hardships and bliss. Be warned, this is not for the faint of heart. This is an uncensored, unglorified medieval tale with all the gory details.
Trigger warnings: Violence, death, a few steamy interludes, and the repercussions/punishment of rape. Suitable for a mature audience only.
©2021 Elin Eriksen (P)2025 Elin Eriksen and Wendy Luther
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What will Elizabeth await in Nidaros? Will she find contentment in this arranged marriage? And is it true that vikings do not love?
This variation is set in the viking era and is very well written by the author Elin Eriksen. I for myself very much enjoy books that are set in the middle age but I had not before thought about a Pride and prejudice variation in that time area and certainly not about one with vikings. But let me assure you, it is possible and it works very well. Elizabeth, Fitzwilliam Darcyson (the Jarl), his sister Georgiana, Jane and Charles are the characters of which we
hear most about and which we know from Jane Austen's original, but even aunt Catherine has her appearance (I certainly had not thought she would be part of a viking tale, but yes, she was and she fits in quite well).
I really enjoyed the development of the relationship between the Jarl and Elizabeth in this variation. In the beginning it is only an arranged marriage with more feelings on the Jarl's side, interactions are mostly of a bodily nature, but with time they get to know each other better and their union becomes more than the opportunity to produce an heir. In the end they even find love together. It takes them very long due to some occurrences and circumstances but therefore the end is even better, there are some really tender scenes between them (and yes I like reading about a tender viking 😉). Be aware that in their relationship Elizabeth and the Jarl share many really passionate moments because, at the beginning of their marriage, that is the only thing that unites them.
I find it really fascinating that the Jarl really has the main characteristics of Fitzwilliam Darcy. In Jane Austen's original as well as here he is a taciturn landowner and leader with problems to show the contents of his heart to Elizabeth. But like in the original the Jarl discovers that he can't live without Elizabeth and finally shows her his love. That's where he for himself discovers that vikings are very well able to love.
I for my part found this variation a bit angsty. But that's mostly due to the era in which it is set. During this time period there were many wars and survival was not always easy due to bad harvests or natural disasters. Fortunately, although their union was no love match at the beginning, there were no angsty scenes between the Jarl and his wife. Therefore, for me, the angsty parts are bearable because they faced it together or it was the fear of one for the other but no fear that was between them.
As always one of the main points that keeps Elizabeth and the Jarl apart (here from having a marriage full of love) are misunderstandings and too little communication. I'm glad that Elizabeth is not shy regarding her wishes and tells the Jarl when she is angry/sad/not content, but it sometimes takes her a while to do it and she then, most of the time, erupts like a volcano. Poor Jarl 😉.
There are many villains in the story, some you will know, some are totally new. But, that's most important, in the end they are not able to come between Elizabeth and her husband.
The audiobook was narrated by Harry Frost. I like Harry Frost as a narrator very, very much. His narration is always perfect but this performance was outstanding and in my opinion his best so far. There were so many intense scenes in this book and his performance made them even more intense. One scene that I especially kept in mind was when the Jarl was preparing his warriors for battle. I had goosebumps because it was so intense, I had the feeling that I stood amongst the warriors for myself and was prepared for battle. Wow. But Harry Frost also narrated the scenes of the rather difficult relationship between the Jarl and his wife in such a way that he also transferred their emotions with his narration. I’m quite sure that due to him this really great story left a much bigger impression on me than it would otherwise have. Don’t get me wrong, the book itself is a gem but the narration of it is even better.
If you like to know if vikings are indeed able to love and if Elizabeth will also discover love in her union you should definitely read this excellent book or listen to the outstanding audiobook.
I highly recommend it.
The book contains scenes only appropriate for a mature audience. Please consult the author's trigger warnings.
I received a free copy of the audiobook from the author and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Veni Vidi Vicious
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