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Melanie -Followers of the show will know that Greg and I have been very fond of a couple of these shows for a long time. Contrary to popular belief we actually watched The Last Kingdom first, and then Vikings came later. Vikings was however, the one that Greg loves the most and even has a tattoo on his arm to represent it. For me The Last Kingdom comes out on top (and if you missed my review of the book we are giving away today you can check it out here.) Greg will say it's just because of Uhtred, and whilst he IS a nice bonus, there is so much more to the show. The series for me is complete with the 5 seasons. I would have been totally happy if they ended it there - but there is a movie coming. We will see if they manage not to ruin it. Vikings was slow to start but then got really interesting, but finally lost the plot completely towards the end ...... and then Vikings Valhalla is really fast paced. Greg really enjoyed that one, although I think story was sacrificed for the sake of fighting and moving things along. That being said, we will be watching season 2 when it comes out. (As a note Greg said episode one is like Vampire Diaries made a Vikings show because it was a super well lit flashback - but that feeling does ease off). Of the three, if you like historical action, or are interested in the Vikings, there should be one that you can enjoy. Jenn - Jennifer Rhodes met Melanie back when True Blood was popular and they have been friends ever since. She loves TV (especially things that make you smile), Doctor Who, Finding new shows, and regularly provides awesome fandom items for Muser Giveaways. Jennifer is now a proud member of the VIPers - the Melanie's Muses Spotlight Feature Team!I’ve always been interested in Viking lore. Down from what they wore, to how they conducted themselves and what they believed, though I didn’t agree with the other aspects of Viking life. I also found myself immersed in stories about Vikings including books, but this article is about those Viking TV shows. With "Vikings" I didn’t like Ragnar so I stopped watching, well at least until he was no longer there. I do however though love "Vikings Valhalla", and thanks to Mels "Last Kingdom" now as well. I also think it’s because I like the main guy characters of Uhtred in last kingdom, and Harald and King Canut in Vikings Valhalla, which when I first saw King Canut I thought that’s Greg, so maybe that’s why I like the character. "Vikings Valhalla" starts to show more Christian Vikings. I honestly don’t think I’ll ever understand it or wrap my head around, because you can’t think Vikings without thinking Valhalla or the gods, like Thor, Freya and Odin. Vikings to enter Valhalla had to die with honor, which basically meant sword in hand, to die without it meant going to Helheim. "Last Kingdom" is Uhtred's story from childhood through being adult and everything he’s lost along the way. "Vikings Valhalla" basically is Christian Viking vs old ways Viking. Sounds dumb and boring but no, it's not. From the first episode it hits the ground running. It will leave your head spinning because even through the very last episode the action does not stop. And that cliffhanger! Yikes! Well, if you liked the original "Vikings" then check it out, and even if you didn’t check out "Last Kingdom" and "Vikings Valhalla" anyways, though Valhalla has a lot of callbacks to Vikings that had me rolling my eyes. Melanie - Check out the trailers and then scroll down for the giveaway! Pineapple Word For This Article Is - Vikings
And now for the giveaway!Melanie's Muses will be giving away an "Vikings" Prize Pack featuring the Vikings Season DVD and the first Last Kingdom paperback from Jennifer, and a Hardcover copy of The Half Drowned King from the Melanie's Muses Prize Hoard For your chance to win- FILL OUT THE FORM and tell us: What is your favorite Historical TV Show / Book Series (based at least in part on actual historical events)? Comments about the article are encouraged - but for now only qualifying entries on the form will go in the hat! What your answer is will not influence whether you go into the hat - Only that you answer the question!
Winner will be announced during the Live show on June 5th (and then posted here on the blog as well on June 6th if the winner isn't at the live.) Full Rules Below! Good luck everyone! Rules Only comments posted on THE FORM will be considered. This is open internationally. If you win and you cannot accept mail due to Covid issues we will hold the prize until such time as you can. Some exceptions may apply based on Post Office Regulations. Melanie's Muses takes no responsibility for rules beyond her control. Void Where Prohibited. Sharing is always appreciated but is not required for entry. Winner Will Be Picked At Random. One Entry Per Person / Household Prize is provided via Melanie's Muses and will be mailed by her. Winner will be announced during the live on Sunday June 5th posted on this post on Monday June 6th Winner will have 48 hours to claim by messaging their address to - https://www.facebook.com/MelaniesMuses/ Or prize is considered forfeit. Failure to claim will result in a no future giveaway entry being counted for 30 days. We want people to claim their prizes! Don't get on the list! Any questions please contact Melanie on the Facebook page |
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