This epic tale based on Norse sagas by the Science Fiction Grand Master "proves that he is indeed a master!" (Robert Jordan, #1 New York Times–bestselling author). In Mother of Kings, Poul Anderson "brings to life the bloodthirsty Norse as they evolve into the looting, plundering Vikings of popular lore" (Publishers Weekly). During the tenth century, Gunnhild, the daughter of a Norse warlord, is sent to study sorcery under the auspices of two Finnish wizards. She is able to ensnare as a husband a man she has only seen in visions—the formidable Norse king Eirik Blood-Ax—and bears him nine children. Wielding her magic as a weapon, Gunnhild survives political intrigues and power struggles at Eirik's side, forging a family dynasty that will cement its place in Scandinavian legend and lore . . . "An unquestionably great work." —Kirkus Reviews "The genre's guru blends... Views: 206
A new stand alone enemies-to-lovers romance from USA Today bestselling author K.A. Linde... Court Kensington is a thorn in my side. I'm hired to clean up his badboy image, which would've been easy if my life wasn't falling apart. First, I catch my movie star husband having an affair with his co-star. Then when I return to work, my job is at stake, because Court has gotten himself into trouble...again. Instead of getting him back in line, I find myself falling for his charm. And into his bed. And against the wall. And, and, and... Except Kensington charm shouldn't work on me. Not when I've sworn to never ever sleep with a client. I had good intentions. I really did. But we all know the road to hell is paved with good intentions. Views: 206
Halloween: full of tricks, treats, and the occasional magical homicide. All Michelle Oaks wanted was some rest and relaxation with her fiancé, Elron, away from the chaos and stress of planning her wedding. No such luck. Not when the bride is the future premier of the witch clans, the groom is an elf, and the in-laws haven't officially acknowledged the 21st century. It's nearly Samhain, the time of year when the veil between the living and the dead is thinnest. Magical fixers in northern Georgia are in short supply, and the local authorities are unable to combat the rising number of otherworldly incidents and ask her to assist. By the time Michelle has a chance to mourn her lost vacation, she's already working with the police in pursuit of a supernatural killer with no discernible pattern of attack. Its damage, however, is widespread. The dead are resting in pieces, not in peace. Bystanders wander around in a drunken haze, unable to... Views: 206
The wizard Sienne hopes to make a name for herself as a scrapper—someone who scours the ruins of the Empty Lands for treasure and lost magical artifacts. But first she must find someone willing to take a chance on a desperate beginner.When Sienne finally catches a break, she becomes part of a ragtag group of adventurers—a desperate scrapper named Dianthe, her wizard-hating partner Alaric, a drunk priest, and a young fighter.But finding the treasure proves only the beginning. They must learn to work together as a team. Their very survival may depend on it. Views: 206
Three authors, four fascinating tales and four bonus chapters!Featuring Brendan Carroll with A Dark Council and A Dark Matter -- two tales from within Brendan Carroll's Red Cross of Gold series.Featuring Maureen Miller -- A young adult story of alien abduction.Featuring Trish Lamoree -- A short story in the middle of her PSI Consulting series that happens right after Court of Miracles. Views: 205
