Riddle of the Gods

Name: Riddle of the Gods
Brand: Tantor Audio
Availability: InStock
Author: Eric Schumacher
ISBN: 9798350865844

Author: Eric Schumacher

Series: Olaf's Saga

Narrator: Gildart Jackson

Unabridged: 10 hr 15 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 02/11/2025

Categories: Fiction, Historical Fiction, Action & Adventure

Synopsis

Riddle of the Gods is the riveting fourth novel in the bestselling series chronicling the life and adventures of one of Norway's most controversial kings, Olaf Tryggvason.

It is AD 976. Olaf Tryggvason, the renegade prince of Norway, has lost his beloved wife to a tragedy that turns the lords of the land he rules against him. With his family gone and his future uncertain, Olaf leaves his realm and embarks on a decades-long quest to discover his course in life. Though his journey brings him power and wealth, it is not until he encounters the strange man in the streets of Dublin that his path to fame unfolds. And in that moment, he is forced to make a choice as the gods look on—one that could either destroy him or ensure his name lives on forever.

About Eric Schumacher

Eric Schumacher was born in Los Angeles in 1968. He is the author of three historical fiction novels, God's Hammer and its sequels, Raven's Feast and War King.

Eric's fascination with Vikings and medieval history began at a young age, though exactly why is not clear. While Los Angeles has its own unique history, there are no destroyed monasteries or Viking burial sites or hidden hoards buried in fields. Still, from the earliest age, he was drawn to books about Viking kings and warlords and was fascinated by their stories and the turbulent times in which they lived. He began writing as a child, though never considered it as a career until he was in his second year of international business school and living in Germany. Poor timing to be sure, but better late than never. It was there that Eric began researching and writing God's Hammer, his first novel. Eric now resides in Santa Barbara with his wife, his two children, and his dog.

Reviews

Goodreads review by M.J. on March 20, 2024

Riddle of the Gods is the fourth book in the Olaf's Saga series of novels detailing the life of the famous Olaf Tryggvason (the man whose name I can never spell correctly). Riddle of the Gods begins in Wagaria, where Olaf is married and expecting his first child, only for tragedy to strike. Deciding......more

Goodreads review by Paul on March 24, 2024

Riddle of the Gods: A Viking Age Novel Eric Schumacher BLURB Riddle of the Gods is the riveting fourth novel in the best-selling series chronicling the life and adventures of one of Norway’s most controversial kings, Olaf Tryggvason. It is AD 976. Olaf Tryggvason, the renegade prince of Norway, has los......more

Goodreads review by Rowdy on March 03, 2024

Riddle of the Gods is another fantastic historical fiction novel set in the world of the vikings by Eric Schumacher. The fourth in his series about Olaf Tryggvason, it picks up where Wolves of Wagria left off and proceeds at break-neck speed into darker territory. Full of rousing battles and journey......more

Goodreads review by Mercedes on February 17, 2024

Our story of Olaf and Torgil takes a darker and sad turn. Told from Torgil’s point of view, we see that Olaf makes many decisions that stretch their friendship to the breaking point. For Olaf to grow into the warlord he wants to become, he grows harder, less cooperative, and more demanding. He expec......more

Goodreads review by Ted on April 09, 2024

IMO the best book in Olaf's saga. I really enjoy the way that Eric spins the tale through the eyes of Torgil (The "Un"Lucky??) and how we see Olaf's true nature come out finally in this book. I am really looking forward to the next book in the series (or potentially the first book in the continuing......more