Valkyrie's Conquest


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Can a dragon’s fire warm a reaper’s heart? Tyra is a Valkyrie, a winged warrior who reaps the souls of dead heroes. Her kind experience no emotions—not joy, nor anger, nor pity for the fallen. Not even love. Yet now the powers that bind her sisterhood are weakening, and Tyra’s heart is coming to life. Bron of the Flameborn is a dragon shifter. When he sees Tyra flying through the city night, he instantly follows. At first, he is curious—and captivated—though even as Bron melts Tyra’s icy reserve, he learns that defying the gods has its price. War rages between Tyra’s masters and their demon foe. Bron has no part in the conflict until Tyra is betrayed, and he must take a side. But some fires are too hot to bear, even for a dragon. If he means to save Tyra, he must sacrifice all. Second edition. Previously published in 2014 by Harlequin Nocturne Cravings




The Valkyrie’s Shadow


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Being both a valkyrie and a princess isn’t turning out quite the way Sigrid imagined. The other valkyries still treat her like a stable hand. Her relationship with Mariam is less “long-distance” and more “worlds apart.” And lately, she’s been wondering if Sleipnir, her new horse, isn’t making her a little bit...well, evil. But Sigrid’s first official valkyrie mission sends ripples through the Nine Worlds. She’s attracted the wrath of not only the Night Elves but their sinister king, who wants nothing more than to bring darkness down on everyone. Worse yet, Loki might just be interfering with the balance of light and dark... When war threatens the shores of Vanaheim and her friends are in danger of being exiled, Sigrid makes a deal with the new queen. She will ride Sleipnir against their enemies and use his might to defeat them, even as he pulls her closer to that line between good and evil. What she becomes will either save everyone...or unleash disaster upon them all. The Sigrid and The Valkyries series is best enjoyed in order. Reading Order: Book #1 The Valkyrie’s Daughter Book #2 The Valkyrie’s Shadow




The Last Conquest


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Two armies. One kingdom. Only one will win the greatest prize - the jewel of England. Hastings, October 1066. The Normans have landed in Sussex, ready for battle. They have prepared for everything about the English - except their absence… Their enemy, King Harold and his fyrd, are hundreds of miles away, fighting to expel the Viking host in the north. But they have heard that William has landed and rumour is that they are marching back, triumphant and dangerous - and spoiling for a second victory. Back in Sussex, Gilbert, a young scout in William's army, is sent out in search of the enemy. He is dedicated and ambitious, and determined to be the first with news for his leader. Deep in the English countryside, Edwin, houndsman to King Harold, longs too for glory. He has missed the first battle against the Vikings, but he will not miss the second. He knows his king is about to make history, and he is going to be part of it. And as the action sweeps up towards the hilltop close to Hastings where Harold will plant his standard - defying the Bastard of Normandy to come and get it - the ground is laid for battle. This is the story of the greatest battle ever seen on British soil and of the men who fought it. This is the story of the Battle of Hastings. Praise for The Last Conquest: 'Lovingly written, brilliantly researched, with a sure eye and heart for the characters and the time. These aren't strangers; they are real people battling with real events' Robert Low




A Girl and her Hellhounds Complete Box Set 1-3


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Enjoy this urban fantasy series by USA Today bestselling author Nicole Zoltack about the youngest daughter of Lucifer. Lydia isn't your typical demon. Her father is no other than Lucifer himself, and her siblings are basically the seven deadly sins and the horsemen of the apocalypse personified. But Lydia wants to be so much more than just the daughter of Lucifer. She's the daughter of fire, of smoke, of ashes, and she will determine her own fate. Or die trying. Included in the boxed set is a never-before-published short story, DAUGHTER OF TEMPEST! KEYWORDS: mayhem of magic, demons, monsters, seven deadly sins four horsemen of the apocalypse, apocalypse, end of the world, dark fantasy, urban fantasy, supernatural suspense, fairytale fantasy, fantasy romance, romantic fantasy, slow burn romance, supernatural powers, magic, come into powers, dark fantasy romance, clean fantasy, academy, young adult paranormal romance, young adult academy, paranormal romance, dark paranormal romance, war, Free Royal, Raven Kennedy, Kelly St. Clare, Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti, C.N Crawford, Elise Kova, Robin D. Mahle, Elle Madison, D.K. Holmberg, Cordelia Castel, Kay L Moody, Alisha Klaphe




Thor & Loki


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"There are two sides to every story. You've heard Thor's -- now it's time to hear Loki's. Odin's least favorite son rewrites Asgardian lore from his perspective! Loki's insatiable lust for power, his conflicted sentiments toward Sif, his antipathy toward Balder, and the deep-seated feelings of longing and resentment toward his older brother, Thor, and uncaring father, Odin, will take on new meaning"--P. [4] of cover.




Daughter of Smoke


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Enjoy this urban fantasy series by USA Today bestselling author Nicole Zoltack about the youngest daughter of Lucifer. Lydia, the daughter of smoke, has declared war with Lucifer, the prince of darkness. Talk about daddy issues. But friends are getting caught in the crosshairs. And the only way she might have a chance of succeeding might be to get her siblings to work with her instead of trying to destroy her to look better in Lucifer’s eyes. Either Lucifer’s children are going to stand united against him, or eventually, they will all fall down before his wrath. Just ask his first children. Oh, wait. Those children are long since dead. KEYWORDS: mayhem of magic, demons, monsters, seven deadly sins four horsemen of the apocalypse, apocalypse, end of the world, dark fantasy, urban fantasy, supernatural suspense, fairytale fantasy, fantasy romance, romantic fantasy, slow burn romance, supernatural powers, magic, come into powers, dark fantasy romance, clean fantasy, academy, young adult paranormal romance, young adult academy, paranormal romance, dark paranormal romance, war, Free Royal, Raven Kennedy, Kelly St. Clare, Caroline Peckham, Susanne Valenti, C.N Crawford, Elise Kova, Robin D. Mahle, Elle Madison, D.K. Holmberg, Cordelia Castel, Kay L Moody, Alisha Klaphe




The Norman Conquest of Southern Italy and Sicily


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The Normans originally came to Italy and Sicily in the 11th and 12th centuries looking for adventure or a livelihood, but once there, found opportunity for fame and fortune. The story of the Norman conquest in Italy and Sicily is indeed one of knights and adventurers, great battles and lowly pillage, opportunism and statesmanship, and crusade and coexistence. This rich and often dramatic study focuses on the eight sons of Tancred of Hauteville, especially Robert Guiscard, who has been called "the most dazzling military ruler between Julius Caesar and Napoleon," and his youngest brother Roger, who conquered Sicily. It discusses how they expanded their lands throughout southern Italy, and then took Sicily from its Muslim rulers. The brothers, often in conflict with each other, challenged both the Papacy and the Byzantine Empire, became the main supporters of the reformed Papacy, and founded a rich, sophisticated kingdom that lasted until the nineteenth century.




The Binge Watcher’s Guide to the Marvel Cinematic Universe


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What makes a hero mighty? What makes a movie amazing? What makes a universe marvelous? The Marvel Cinematic Universe as showcased in the 23 movies of the epic Infinity Saga are the defining film franchise of the 21st century, showcasing the most expansive and interconnected movie world to ever grace screens. But this huge collection of films can be a little intimidating. What order do you watch the MCU in? Who’s who? Why does Hulk look different? How did a scrappy film like Iron Man even spawn such a massive universe? That’s where we come in. The Binge Watcher’s Guide to The Marvel Cinematic Universe Infinity Saga is your complete source for everything about these beloved films, from behind the scenes glimpses, comics history, to the endless and easter eggs. Do you want to track a character’s emotional arc through all the films? We’ve got that too. And along the way we dig deep into the themes and morals of these movies. Turns out Superheroes stories have a lot more to say about the world. And yes, we’ll also talk about some of the rare places where this universe didn’t live up to our hopes and expectation. Author Jessica Mason is here as your own personal Jarvis, talking you through how to watch, what to look for, and where to go when you’re done. As a mega Marvel fan and lifelong nerd, she’ll use her own geeky gamma rays to transform your viewing experience into something truly super. Binge Watchers…Assemble!




The Valkyrie's Daughter


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Paste Magazine Pick for Best New Fantasy Books of July 2022 From the time she was born, Sigrid has only ever been ordinary. Being paired at birth with a plain horse—instead of the powerful winged mare of a valkyrie—meant there would be no warrior path for her. No riding the skies, no glory among the nine worlds. Just the simple, unremarkable life of a stable hand. Everything changes when a terrible enemy ambushes Vanaheim and Sigrid sees a vision of herself atop a mythical stallion, leading the valkyries into a harrowing battle. Finally, she can grab her future with her own two hands and become the hero of her own story...if she dares. But her destiny is tied up with Mariam, a fallen valkyrie who’s allied herself with the very enemy Sigrid is trying to stop. Now Sigrid has left ordinary behind as she begins a journey with the beautiful—if treacherous—valkyrie, each step bringing her closer to answers...and to awakened feelings for Mariam. But the life Sigrid left behind is starting to look a lot like paradise...especially when her destiny lies in the one place no mortal should tread: the gates of Hel. The Sigrid and The Valkyries series is best enjoyed in order. Reading Order: Book #1 The Valkyrie’s Daughter Book #2 The Valkyrie’s Shadow




The Valkyrie Series - The First Fleet


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Seafaring historical adventure, perfect for fans of Julian Stockwin, Patrick O’Brian and Bernard Cornwell, “A real adventure story, the like of which I have not read in many a year. Suspend reality, hold on & enjoy the adventure” – R.P. Smith, Amazon reviewer. *** Look Sharpe!: Henry Sharpe is a recently bereaved and bankrupt English earl who travels to the Caribbean to help his uncle run his sugar plantation. When he arrives, he finds his uncle has given up on that idea to lead a more exciting life as a privateer, earning a fearsome reputation as Captain Tarr. Ill Wind: Gabriella Berryngton is an unhappy and oppressed fourteen-year-old girl living in the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1683. She dreams of escaping her bitter, ambitious stepfather and sailing off into the unknown. Her dreams come true when her stepfather sells her into marriage. Dead Reckoning: Leo is born in Spanish Panama in 1659. When he is twelve years old he witnesses the violent rape and murder of his mother by three of the Caribbean's most feared pirates: Tarr, Blake and Hornigold, and swears revenge at all costs. Then he meets Gabriella van Ecken. *** Karen Perkins grew up in and around boats and competed in her Contender dinghy, The Ride of the Valkyrie, at national and European level, taking the ladies title in both championships in 1995. What readers say about Karen Perkins: “Ms Perkins is a true artist of the spoken word” – Author JJ Toner ”Karen Perkins is truly a master of words, emotion, and craft” - Author Linda George “A must read for anyone who loves stories of high adventure, privateers, and romance on the open seas" – Amazon reviewer “Karen Perkins is a real gem of a writer!” – Amazon reviewer “I love Karen Perkins style of writing and her connecting tales.” – Amazon reviewer “Your books are like a binge watch on Netflix because once you start you can’t put it down” - Instagram review