Kidnapped by a Viking raider on her wedding night might turn out to be a blessing from the gods. Geira Sorensdotter awaits her new husband, but she’s filled with doubts about the man and the marriage. Those doubts are forgotten when the village is attacked, her husband is struck down and she is tied up and carried off amidst the raid. Kori Thorfinnson has waited years to take revenge against the … revenge against the man who murdered his wife. But he soon finds the innocent young woman he’s taken as his personal slave is not his enemy, despite her marriage to his foe. Her courage in defying him, her caring heart, and the fiery passion she shares stirs feelings Kori hasn’t known since his wife died. Afraid to lose Geira, he binds her to him in many ways – not only with rope, but with his body, his collar and his mark.
Geira quickly learns just how despicable her husband was, and despite her difficult circumstances, grows to care deeply for Kori, her captor. Still, dreams of freedom linger. But once she finds herself with child, she must plan her escape, to save herself and her baby.
However, Kori has plans of his own.
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This is my first tie reading this author and I found this book to be entertaining. I enjoy a good Viking story and this one was great. The characters are likable and relatable. Overall a nicely written, enjoyable read.
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Before Geira’s marriage can be consummated, she’s kidnapped by Kori. It’s revenge for her husband’s rape and murder of Kori’s wife. She’s to be his slave, subservient to him. Neither of them anticipated the passion that would develop. This was a great book, and not what I usually read. There was a little violence, panty-dropping love scenes, and some good old-fashioned over-the-knee discipline, but also a lot of historical information on the time period. This is my first read by this author, and will be looking for more.
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Geira is taken on her wedding night and forced to be a slave to Kori. His wife was murdered by her husband. Geira saw kori kill her husband. Throughout the trek to Kori’ lands she found herself craving his touch and falling for him. Plotting to leave in the spring her plans may be foiled. Will Geira get to leave? Will her father still be alive to come save her? Will the feelings for Kori ever become anything other than slave and master? Adventurous journey of war and love.
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Book one in the The Norsemen Sagas series and I want to read the next book in this series. A strong storyline with a smooth flow, and it is almost like you are there watching the story unfold. I enjoyed reading Geira Sorensdotter and Kori Thorfinnson’s story of suspense, murder, danger, drama, a very evil man, and romance. I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
A captivating work.
A historical fiction that includes a bit of old fashion discipline is what is awaiting the reader. There is drama and chemistry and will give the reader an emotional ride. It is a complex story and there are parts that may be difficult for some readers. They were written well and not overdone. It is one of the best Viking romances I’ve read in a long time I highly recommend the book. I did receive a free copy of this book and voluntarily chose to review it.
Well-researched, deeply romantic Viking love story!
Trigger warning: This story does not shy away from detailing culturally-appropriate animal sacrifices and realistic treatment of women slaves. It’s not overdone nor callous, but folks who are sensitive to these issues should be forewarned.
I fell in love with Geira and Kori instantly. The story starts with Geira’s forced marriage to a man who she feels is not as honorable as her father thinks he is, but before the night is over she’s been taken by Kori, a Viking warrior from another clan whose wife was brutally murdered by Geira’s new husband and whose vengeance demands that he take the villain’s wife in exchange. But Kori is not a brutal man, and while he has to maintain Geira’s slave status or risk having his authority challenged (and with it his ability to protect her), he seeks to win her compliance gently, through fair treatment rather than fear.
There are a lot of steamy, detailed love scenes in this book, but not very much violence. The climactic HEA was triumphant and satisfying in all respects. It’s clear that the author did a lot of homework, as the many details of the Viking mythology and seasonal traditions all passed my verification efforts. The writing style was captivating throughout, and the characters were vibrant and complex. It’s definitely one of the best Viking romances I’ve ever read. I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book.
Enjoyed the book. It is well written, full of action and entertaining. After a raid, Kori takes Geira as a slave and over a short period of time falls in love with her. The story tells of their sexual encounters and how their bond strengthens the longer they are together, even though her desire to escape and return home is also a part of the story. Once used to a noble lifestyle, Geira now sees the hardships that are imposed on slaves. There is HEA and that finally comes at the end of the book. It is a very good story and I would highly recommend it as a great read.
This story strikes right from the beginning. Geira has a gut feeling that the man she is about to marry is a bad person. Her prediction is soon realized when he is struck down and she is taken by a man who has vowed revenge. After time in the presence of Lori she realizes just how bad her husband was but is determined not to bow down to servitude because of the transgressions of her husband. As these two get to know each other Kori’s heart begins to open up to Geria. Will these two have a chance to make a go and have a happily ever after in spite of the way they came together?
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