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Survival is uppermost in the minds of the medieval Norse, living on the edge of the world, in the ice and snow of Greenland in the early fifteenth century. Those who survive flee for other lands. Over six hundred years later global warming has resulted in Greenland being a more habitable place, attracting people from other lands. However, global warming brings with it new unforeseen challenges. After successfully living in Greenland for over four hundred years, the Norse, by the early fifteenth century had disappeared. Faced with an increasingly inhospitable climate, in the form of the little ice age, and cut off from the land of their ancestors, Norway, many perish from starvation and disease. However, some of these hardy descendants of the Vikings, escape to Iceland, Norway, and for the lucky few, North America. In the year 1414, some arrive on the shores of North America, to stay; over six hundred years later, in the year 2035, a descendant of these Norse emigrates from Canada to Greenland to seek a better life due to a disintegrating society in Canada because of global warming.It is 1421 in Greenland and Thorstein Edmundrsson, unwavering in his Christian faith and loyalty to his family, reflects on his life as he lies on the floor of the church, dying from starvation. He is the last surviving member of the Norse community of Brattahlid in Greenland, having foregone the opportunity, seven years previously, to join a group of fellow Norse who sailed to North America to escape the increasingly inhospitable climate in Greenland. In his dying hours Thorstein dreams of key periods in his life, and through these dreams we learn of the powerful family bonds, central to Thorstein's character, but which result in him making the ultimate sacrifice. We also learn about the life and demise of the Norse in Greenland.Over six hundred years later, in 2035, ambitious investment tycoon, Corrin Boyce, a descendant of one of the Norse who settled in North America in 1414, emigrates to Greenland. He does so to escape the increasingly challenging physical, societal, and economic conditions in a climate ravaged Canada. With global warming Greenland's climate, now in 2035, is benign. Greenland now offers the ambitious Corrin not only an escape from the social turmoil and depressed economic conditions in Canada, but new investment opportunities in Agriculture and Aquaculture. Also, a chance to reconnect with his distant past! However, in time Corrin is faced with a new set of environmental and personal challenges, which causes him to critically examine his own values.

A jealous brother drove a boy from his home, expecting him to die on the hostile sea. Instead, the boy fought to manhood, became a famed warlord, and the first Anglo-Saxon king in Britain.HENGISTHengist claimed he came to Britannia a willing exile. But the truth is . . . more complicated. His path was not straight. His hands, not clean. The truth sets the stage for the bitter conflict between the Anglo-Saxons and the Britons.Sail with Hengist and his warband and witness the opening moves in the long struggle for Britain.* This novel is based on the research of J.R.R. Tolkien, arguing that the Hengist recorded in Beowulf, the History of the Britons, the Anglo-Saxon Chronicles and other sources refer to the same man, and were based on historical people and events.

As Valaric emerged from his slumber on a sun-kissed shore, confusion gripped his senses. His mind was a jumble of fragmented memories, leaving him with no understanding of his current location or how he had come to be there. Unbeknownst to him, this disorienting awakening heralded the commencement of an extraordinary odyssey, one that would forever alter not only his own destiny but also the lives of the people dwelling in the enigmatic land he had unknowingly discovered. Thalondor, a kingdom veiled in a shroud of secrecy, held the power to unravel a millennium-old secret that had shaped the lives of its inhabitants. Little did Valaric realize that he stood at the threshold of a revelation that would forever transform their destinies. Nestled within the heart of Thalondor, an ancient enchantment, like the grains of sand slipping through an hourglass, approached its culmination. For a thousand years, this sacred barrier had held the forces of darkness at bay, guarding the realm against their insidious grip. Yet now, as the enchanted sands dwindled, the looming threat of evil's resurgence cast an ominous shadow over Thalondor's future.

Twenty years after being married to King Lot of Orkney, Anna Pendragon - sister of the famed Arthur - returns to Carelon, carrying the crown of her now-dead husband. She finds herself yet again a pawn in greater machinations, facing the demons of her childhood: Merlin, her sisters and the man she once loved.

Pride keeps them apart, yet fate brings them together. A farmer's daughter struggling to save her family from destitution spurns the man she blames for all her problems-but when her life crumbles around her, she must turn to him for help.Kerr Mackay burns for the one woman he cannot have. He leads his brother's guard and is dedicated to keeping order and peace, but not everyone appreciates his efforts. The daughter of a local farmer who's caused Kerr no end of trouble blames him for her family's ruin.She spurned his advances once-pride prevents him from ever trying again.Thanks to the Mackays, Rose MacAlister's father is now a cripple, and her family is struggling to make ends meet. Fighting to keep the bailiff from seizing their land, she rages against the injustice of it all.However, when tragedy strikes, Rose finds herself an outcast, persecuted by those she once trusted.And the only person who can help her is the man she'd sworn to hate forever.Rebellious Highland Hearts is a four-book series following Iver Mackay of Dun Ugadale and his three brothers-Lennox, Kerr, and Brodie-as they meet women who will change their lives forever.

Meryle and Lancelot's Adventures: The Complete SeriesA short story series that reimagines the Arthurian legends with Merlin's cousin, Meryle Evanders, as the main protagonist. Join Meryle and Lancelot as they undertake magical quests, fall in love, and discover Merlin's plan for Camelot. Quest 1: Greetings & DiscoveriesQuest 2: The DuplicateQuest 3: Tower of GlassQuest 4: The Interim QueenQuest 5: Merlin's Plan

Their love rivaled that of the gods.So no one will suffer for their love as much as Adaira and Sawny.Adaira MacDonald is more than ready to set Highland politics aside as she prepares for her new life with the wild son of the Keppoch MacDonalds, Sawny. Every moment they are together is one of passion, and they cannot wait to stand before their clans and unite them, creating one of the most powerful alliances in the Highlands and their happily ever after.When their wedding day arrives, however, Sawny is no where to be found. Her brothers, irate that a lowly Keppoch MacDonald dared bring shame upon their sister and their house, search for him relentlessly, to no avail. But that does not stop Adaira from believing that one day her Sawny will return.Only, he doesn't.Now Adaira is in a horrible spot, having to marry someone else who might form that alliance, not knowing if Sawny is truly gone, or if the Campbells are using him to extract information and revenge.Will Sawny return to the woman he claims to love more than life itself? Or will the issues of the Highlands keep them apart forever?A steamy Highlander romance with bold heroes, strong heroines, and packed with passion. Discover Highland Beauty and start this Outlander meets the Princess Bride - styled romance today!This eBook includes the full text of the novel plus the following additional content: a link to a free bonus historical medieval Scottish Highlander ebook: The Heartbreak of the Glen, an excerpt of book 1 of The Glen Highland Romance To Dance in the Glen, and an excerpt from book 1 in the Celtic Highland Maidens Series, The Maiden of the Storm.The novels in this series are each stand-alone stories and can be read individually in any order, if desired. These historical romances are set in Jacobite Scottish Highlands and do not shy away from steamy scenes, occasional archaic curses, and accurate portrayals of historical violence and life!

I don't trust my father. He's been different since my mother's death, and his obsession with the trade routes that are controlled by the powerful Galata family are consuming him... I barely recognize him anymore.He's plotting something, and I'm determined to find out what it is. The truth is buried somewhere in our past--the reason he believes that our family should be in control of those trade profits. The only way I can discover the truth is buried in a book in a secret corner of the Evermore Royal Archives.Autumn is the only thing standing in my way of the information I'm looking for... If I can't find a way to convince her to help me, there's no telling what will happen.

The Fae King has returned, and he's out for blood!The end of The Giftless Chronicles saga! After years of plotting, Corinne's true enemies have finally shown their faces. The Fae King will stop at nothing, including the deaths of Corinne's family and friends, to conquer the world. The Fae King's sworn enemies, Corinne and the clans of The Knights of the Round Table, are but a shadow of their former strength. The Hunting clans have been losing their powers for over a century. Their only hope was aid from the Assessors Office.Unfortunately, Corinne's other nemesis, the ruthless chief of the Assessors Office, wants to ban her clan from Hunting monsters. Summoned to Washington, D.C., Corinne must do the impossible: unite the Hunting clans, reignite their powers, thwart the Chief Assessor's schemes, and take the fight to the Fae. Can she do it all in time to save the world? What will it cost to do so? Print Edition includes the novella Loss & Sacrifice.

Khosrow and Shirin is a love story by Nezami Ganjavi--considered the greatest medieval Persian romance poet--based on historical characters of the seventh-century Iranian court. Written 850 years ago, the narrative poem is presented here for the first time in a stunning modern-verse English translation by Dick Davis, the pre-eminent translator of Persian poetry.The love between an Iranian prince (Khosrow) and an Armenian princess (Shirin) is at the center of this tumultuous tale in which the exigencies of politics and warfare intertwine with no less powerful forces of erotic desire and the quest for personal and spiritual fulfilment. Nezami vividly dramatizes the clash between heroism and sensuality as they are pitted against the desire for the amenities of order and humane civilization. These marvelously presented discordant themes result in a complex love story based on conflicting concepts of love, one regarding the beloved as a prize to be conquered and possessed, the other unrequited and all-consuming, relishing the very notion of the annihilation of the self through love.Davis has captured the energy and poetry of Nezami's original in a delightful, contemporary idiom, and given us a story to read aloud, to savor, and to treasure for its luminous lyrical mastery. Davis's superb introduction and textual commentary provide insightful background information for the general reader and scholar alike, intensifying the strength of Davis's translation. Khosrow and Shirin will enchant both the classicist and the general reader, to captivate a new audience for Nezami's masterpiece.

In the haunting shadows of fifteenth-century Transylvania, three women, bound not by choice but by destiny, find themselves inexorably connected by an unmerciful fate. Constrained by societal roles, driven by love and fueled by hate, they harbour secrets that have remained, until now, untold. Their stories tell tales of duty, aspirations, dreams, and the dark>DRACULA If you were his mother, could you love him?If you were his wife, could you bear his child?>To know his women is to know him.

Edward, simple stable hand, and Lady Beatrice, daughter of a wealthy lord, should never have met. But meet they do, and fall in love. Nothing can keep them apart except a cruel decision from Beatrice's parents. Unbeknownst to her, they have already arranged her marriage to a harsh older uncle much admired by her mother. The two lovers meet again only after a long separation, but the years apart have not diminished the love they feel for each other, and even the fact that Beatrice is now married is not enough to stop them from dreaming. Yet...how can they finally achieve their dream of a future together?

It's the Christmas season at Clarendon, and Genevieve DeClare is determined to provide a joyful holiday for her mother and sister, despite the losses they've endured the past year. The castle is decked with greenery and she's planned a lavish feast. Awaiting her guests, her heart longs for one more thing: the return of her betrothed, Maddox DeVille, who departed on a pilgrimage to the Holy Land a year ago. But when an unexpected guest arrives, he's a stranger. Tomas Monmercy, a knight newly returned from the Crusades, has traveled many weary miles to fulfill a promise and bring Genevieve the talisman she entrusted to Maddox-a mistletoe heart. Tomas considers it a sacred duty. He certainly never intends to fall in love with the beautiful maiden his friend loved so well.

The heir to Lioncross Abbey Castle makes his presence known.Like all sons of de Lohr, Curtis de Lohr was born for war.As the firstborn son of the Earl of Hereford and Worcester, England's greatest knight during the reign of Richard I, Curtis grew up knowing what was expected of him and he thrived through the pressure. But the pressure was kept buried and, with all pressure, at some point it's got to give.With a reputation for being humorless, brutally honest, powerful, and fearless in battle, Curtis is the shining heir for the House of de Lohr. As the premier knight for Henry III, he performs flawlessly in every battle, every situation. When he is put to the test in Wales by laying siege to a castle that Henry wants very badly, the victory of that castle brings about a treaty of epic proportions - having a wife forced upon him in exchange for peace.That changes everything.Eira Avrielle "Elle" ferch Gwynwynwyn is a warrior woman in her own right. The daughter of the last ruler of Powys, she is a valuable commodity to the Welsh as well as to the English. She also happens to be a widow and since the death of her husband, she has fought in every battle against the English in his stead. That means she fought against Curtis in his quest to take her castle, something he wasn't aware of. A woman of mystery, Elle carries many secrets that she keeps deeply buried. She has plans for her new husband.One thing she didn't plan on was falling in love with him.And the feeling is very, very mutual.Join Curtis and Elle in a dangerous game of politics and passion during a time when the slightest swing of the pendulum could mean life or death. It's an all-out battle within the House of de Lohr to keep Curtis out of danger... and to keep Elle by his side when her natural instincts dictate otherwise. Can their love survive the ghosts of her past? Or will those ghosts consume them both.Sometimes, the true enemy is within...Books in the House of de Lohr/Sons of de Lohr series (Christopher de Lohr line)Rise of the DefenderLion of TwilightLion of War

With a past soaked in sin and darkness slowly closing in around him to claim his soul, Drogan only wants to live his life in solitude. Years in the king's service and his numerous deeds directed by the crown have left Drogan with horrendous nightmares and immeasurable guilt...Serena is a witch, cursed and forever alone. She accepts her future. Until she meets Drogan. With Drogan a passion deep and unyielding awakens inside her. She is willing to sacrifice herself for his love, but can he put his past to rest and embrace the future?

Sumérgete en las exuberantes páginas de "La Galatea", la ópera prima de Miguel de Cervantes que destila romance y aventura en cada línea. En este deslumbrante tapiz literario, Cervantes teje una historia de amores imposibles y pasiones desenfrenadas en el pintoresco escenario de la España del siglo XVI.A través de los prados ondulantes y los bosques misteriosos, sigues los pasos de Elicio y Erastro, dos pastores cuyos corazones arden con el fuego inextinguible del amor. Galatea, la deslumbrante ninfa que da nombre a la obra, es el faro que guía sus sueños y anhelos. Pero en este mundo de encantamientos y misterios, los obstáculos y los enredos se entrelazan con la pasión, amenazando con separar a los amantes y desencadenar un torbellino de emociones.La Galatea es más que un simple relato de amores cruzados; es un canto a la naturaleza, a los deseos humanos y a las complejidades del corazón humano. Los personajes cobran vida con una intensidad palpable, sus conflictos y anhelos reverberando en las colinas y los arroyos de esta tierra literaria. A medida que los lazos se estrechan y se rompen, te encuentras inmerso en un mundo de pasión desenfrenada, juramentos inquebrantables y un aura de misterio que infunde vida a cada página.Los aires pastorales se entrelazan con las emociones humanas en "La Galatea", recordándonos que los corazones anhelan, sufren y anidan esperanzas en todas las épocas. Cervantes nos guía a través de un caleidoscopio de sentimientos, llevándonos de la risa a la melancolía y de la euforia a la angustia con su prosa exquisita. Con cada giro y vuelta, la historia te atrapa en su telaraña de pasiones ardientes y desafíos épicos.Así que, abróchate el corazón y aventúrate en los prados perfumados y los crepúsculos dorados de "La Galatea". En sus páginas, descubrirás un universo donde el amor es la fuerza que impulsa a los valientes pastores y donde la belleza de la naturaleza se fusiona con la belleza del alma humana.

Ceit MacAdam has dreamed of becoming the finest archer in all of Scotland. And as a guardswoman patrolling the land to rid the Highlands of English marauders, she has plenty of opportunities to hone her skills and show off her talents. But when her eyesight fails her in the thick of a battle, she finds herself wounded in both body and spirit. Brin Cameron has spent nearly twenty years avoiding matters of the heart. As a young man he'd been crushed by a lass and has foresworn entanglements ever since. And yet, as heir to the chief of Clan Cameron, he must take a bride. He cannot risk another battle without securing an heir but he has spent too many years avoiding love to think he will find it now. When Ceit and her troop of patrollers join with Brin to defend against invaders, the pull between them is undeniable. Ceit, so full of passion and courage, is the partner Brin never knew he wanted. As they battle their way through the Highlands, Brin shows Ceit that life has more in store for her, even a life off the battlefield, that is beyond even her wildest dreams.

FOREVER HER MANThey'd been together since they were babes. Wil and Issy, joined at the hip. Closer than best friends, they knew each other's minds. They were family.As teenagers, Wil knew Issy would be his forever. But the fiercely independent Isabeau couldn't see the future Wil imagined.He left to become the King's Guard, and returned home after seven long years to fulfill a mission for his king. Still harboring a bruised heart, he could barely stand to be around Issy knowing how they'd left things. Now a woman in her own right, she was more beautiful and more independent than ever.What he couldn't know was how she felt about him, and how time had seasoned her plans for the future.

"A rich, surprising, and devastating story of a female institution long-forgotten." -- Marj Charlier, author of The Rebel Nun A captivating story of love, jealousy and faith, set amid a community of independent women in medieval Paris -- the perfect summer read for fans of historical fiction This thrilling, sensual evocation of medieval Paris sold over 100,000 copies in France and offers a fascinating insight into the world of the beguines -- communities of women who lived independently of men and successfully managed their own affairs all the way back in the Middle Ages. A heretical text, a vengeful husband, a forbidden love... It's 1310 and Paris is alive with talk of the trial of the Templars. Religious repression is on the rise, and the smoke of execution pyres blackens the sky above the city. But sheltered behind the walls of Paris's great beguinage, a community of women are still free to work, study and live their lives away from the domination of men. When a wild, red-haired child clothed in rags arrives at the beguinage gate one morning, with a sinister Franciscan monk on her tail, she sets in motion a chain of events that will shatter the peace of this little world-plunging it into grave danger... This rich historical drama makes a great summer read for fans of Hamnet, The Lost Apothecary, The Wolf Den, and The Yellow Bird Sings.

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Betrayal cuts deeper than an axe. Journey through Viking Age Scandinavia alongside Sigurd, a young Norwegian boy, on a spiritual pilgrimage to Uppsala, Sweden. Discovering his father, Eirik, as the leader of a group of outcast shaman warriors devoted to Odin, opens a world where ancient traditions entwine with mysticism, unravelling a past veiled in secrets and conspiracies. A tragic and brutal murder unfolds a complex web of intrigue, peril, and conspiracy. Amidst the clash between tradition and greed, Sigurd navigates treacherous paths, uncovering ancient enmities and hidden truths. What clandestine secrets lie beneath Eirik's revered persona, and how will Sigurd navigate deceptions and political ambitions threatening the fabric of Scandinavian society? Will he embrace his destiny embarking on a journey riddled with mysticism, betrayal and uncertainty? This is the first instalment of the Born a Viking Saga, a captivating blend of historical fiction, fantasy, coming-of-age, and adventure. If you enjoy epic adventures and rich Viking lore like Children of Ash and Elm by Neil Price, Viking Blood and Blade Saga by Peter Gibbons, Ormstunga Saga by Donovan Cook, or The Long Ships by Frans G. Bengtsson, then Sigurd's saga is for you! Don't Miss Sigurd's Epic Adventure - Get Your Copy Today!

"Historical fiction at its very finest!" Readers' Favorite In the late 14th century, the Kingdom of the Isles was under assault from the ambitious Albany Stewarts, who were taking advantage of Scotland's empty throne to increase their power. Jealous of the Macdonald lordship to the west, the ruthless Robert Stewart, Duke of Albany, thwarted Donald, Lord of the Isles, at every turn. A man of keen intelligence, strategy and faith, educated at Oxford and a frequent guest of England's kings, Donald did not intend to allow a traitorous royal thug to rob him of his legacy. The Earldom of Ross was the buffer he needed to keep the Isles safe. Not unmindful of all that was at stake, he took as his bride Mariota Leslie, heiress to the Earldom of Ross. What he could not achieve through diplomacy or marriage, Donald was prepared to claim by right of the sword. In the greatest battle Scotland has ever seen, he would demonstrate the power of the Isles to become the Hero of Harlaw.

With volume one winning first place the Listowel Writer's Week Nilsson Local Heritage Award, this is the second of a three-volume series on Dublin Castle and the archaeological excavations carried out there between 1961 and 1987. Volume 2 focuses on the Viking-age archaeology that pre-dates the foundation of the Anglo-Norman castle. Significant evidence for Viking-age habitation, including post-and-wattle houses, was uncovered as part of the first archaeological excavation to be carried out in Dublin, at the Cross Block in 1961-2. Further evidence of habitation was excavated at the areas of the Cork Tower and Powder Tower in 1985-7, with elements of the eastern defenses of the Viking-age town recorded within the footprint of the latter tower. The extensive collection of artifacts discovered during the excavations and the analysis of environmental samples, faunal and human remains and metalworking debris throw much light on everyday living conditions and craft activity within the Viking town. Placing the findings of these excavations within their national and international context, specialist contributions by many experts ensure that this publication contributes significantly to an understanding of early Dublin.

With fifty unique designs, Garden Cottages in the Country is sure to provide you with a rewarding sense of fulfillment as you make your way through English inspired gardens and country cottages that range from the modern to Tudor! The serene landscapes and homey cottages lend a sense of serenity to the book while still allowing for a variety of media to be used! Printed on 70 lb. weight paper and each design having its own dedicated page - this gives you the choice of using otherwise traditionally off-limits media with coloring books (such as markers, water-colors, and paints) as long as you protect the page beneath it! All the tranquility of the countryside to whisk you away from this hectic and crazy world with this beautiful book!

With fifty unique designs, English Country Cottages Old & New is a wonderfully relaxing coloring book is not just for adults! Older kids and teens can take advantage of the serene scenes within as well! Featuring cottages and gardens reminiscent of classic English Cottages, some modern and some as old as Tudor style- this book offers peace and tranquility at your fingertips! Each design is printed on its own 70 lb. weight page, allowing for the use of a variety of bleed-through media as long as the page beneath is protected. Use markers, paints, watercolors - whichever! Let your imagination take you wherever it wants to go! Just beware - with this book - it very well could take you to some spooky places! Remove and display for some truly haunted art or use to tell a spooky ghost story!