But she’ll never wed
Brynhild had once been close to Erik – until he’d betrayed her, and she’d hoped never to see him again. Now the fiercely independent shieldmaiden needs Erik’s skills to rescue her sister. Striking a truce with the tough, isolated loner they reach a mutually beneficial deal: in return, she’ll help him in his quest to find a wife – by teaching him how to please a woman in bed…!
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Review
This is an absorbing romance about two outsiders learning how to be vulnerable and kind to each other when the world has taught them otherwise. Erik is head over heels for Brynhild but she is determined to push him away before he can break her heart (again). Their quest to save Brynhild's sister gives them space to come to peace with the hurts of their past and realise that the future they thought they wanted is so much less that the one that is there for the taking.
The world they live in is harsh and unforgiving to anyone on the fringes. It makes it even more satisfying when Brynhild and Erik learn to show empathy for themselves and even to (spoilers).
There's a definitely lead-in to the next book and I'm interested to see how Lucy Morris pulls it off!
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book via Rachel's Random Resources; all opinions are my own
Lucy Morris has always been obsessed with myths and legends. Her books blend sweeping romance with vivid worldbuilding to whisk you away to another time and place filled with adventure. Expect passion, drama, and vibrant characters.
Lucy lives in Essex, UK, with her husband, two children, and two cats. She has a massively sweet tooth and loves Terry's chocolate oranges and Irn-Bru. In her spare time, she likes to explore castles with her family, or drink bubbly with her friends.
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