The book series (In the Battle Against the Vikings) by historian Michael Römling is an award-winning historical adventure saga following the life of Tankred, a scholar-warrior in the late 9th century. The Hero: Tankred
(Crown and Chalice) – Tankred enters a brutal war against the Vikings near Maastricht on behalf of the Emperor to restore his family honor. Michael Römling Im Kampf Gegen Die Wikin...
(Banner and Storm) – The series conclusion, focusing on the historic Siege of Paris (885–886) . Reader Appeal The book series (In the Battle Against the
(Hammer and Cross) – Following the rescue, Tankred turns his focus toward reclaiming his stolen inheritance from his stepmother. Reader Appeal (Hammer and Cross) – Following the
Tankred is a unique protagonist: a former nobleman turned monk and librarian at the Prüm Abbey who is equally skilled with a book and a sword. His journey begins in January 882 when he must flee the advancing Vikings, setting off a chain of events involving family betrayal, personal revenge, and high-stakes medieval warfare.
The series consists of five main novels, with the first three volumes earning the award for historical fiction: