Why did the Vikings sail to England? Were they indiscriminate raiders, motivated solely by bloodlust and plunder? One narrative, the stereotypical one, might have it so. But locked away in the buried history of the British Isles are other, far richer and more nuanced, stories; and these hidden tales paint a picture very different from the ferocious pillagers of popular repute. Eleanor Parker here unlocks secrets that point to more complex motivations within the marauding army that in the late ninth century voyaged to the shores of eastern England in its sleek, dragon-prowed longships. Exploring legends from forgotten medieval texts, and across the varied Anglo-Saxon regions, she depicts Vikings who came not just to raid but also to settle personal feuds, intervene in English politics and find a place to call home. Native tales reveal the links to famous Vikings like Ragnar Lothbrok and his sons; Cnut; and Havelok the Dane. Each myth shows how the legacy of the newcomers can still be traced in landscape, place-names and local history. This book uncovers the remarkable degree to which England is Viking to its core.
Guardians of the Galaxy meets The Hobbit in this rollicking fantasy adventure. It's not easy to live in a world ruled by dragons. The taxes are high and their control is complete. But for one group of bold misfits, it's time to band together and steal back some of that wealth. No one said they were smart.
Once mated, these shifters will do anything to protect the women they love! A Perfect Escape... Nadja Aleksander has everything she could ever want in life, except her freedom. Skipping out on her engagement to a man her controlling father has chosen for her, Nadja books passage on the first ship she can find. Bound for a planet of primitive humanoid males, she plans on finding a simple, hardworking man who will allow her to live out her days in total obscurity. Unfortunately, simple isn't what fate has in mind. A Perfect Mistake... Dragon shifter Prince Olek is pleased with his refined and blushing bride. When she chooses him to be her life mate, appearing happy in her decision, his heart soars--until the next morning when his new princess wants nothing to do with him. The dragon prince doesn't know what he's done to upset his alluring woman, but he is determined to reignite the hot sparks that burned the night they met. Book Two of the Dragon Lords series:This is the original Dragon Lords series' Revised Expanded Anniversary Edition by NY Times and USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Michelle M. Pillow. "Olek should really leave his mate for me. I was totally made for him." Mandy M. Roth, NYT & USAT Bestseller (2010) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About the Dragon Lords Series The dragon-shifting alien princes have no problem with commitment. In one night, they will meet and choose their fated mates in a simplistic ceremony involving the removing of masks and the crushing of crystals. With few words spoken and the shortest, most bizarre courtship in history, they will bond to their women forever. Praise For Perfect Prince REVIEWER CHOICE! 5 Stars! "Ms. Pillow's strong characters, fast-paced plot...made this an outstanding book... Ms. Pillow's talent for storytelling is sure to make her a renowned author of the romance genre." Tanya, Sizzling Romance (2004) 5 Stars! "Exciting and Sensual" Valerie, Love Romances (2004) 5 Stars! "An extremely good dragon shifter arranged marriage book! I liked the characters of Olek and Nadja very much and the storyline was interesting and original plus it was well-written and flowed smoothly." Anita M Fuhrmann, Bookbub (2021) Dragon Lords series: Barbarian Prince Perfect Prince Dark Prince Warrior Prince His Highness the Duke The Stubborn Lord The Reluctant Lord The Impatient Lord The Dragon’s Queen A Qurilixen World Novel The Qurilixen World is an extensive collection of paranormal, fantasy, and science fiction romance novels by award-winning author, Michelle M. Pillow, and includes several series installments: Dragon Lords, Lords of the Var®, Space Lords, Captured by a Dragon-shifter, Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides, Dynasty Lords, Qurilixen Lords, and more. Topics: Dragon Shapeshifter, Paranormal, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Fated Mate, Alpha Male, Alien Romance, futuristic romance, fated mate, comedy, shapeshifter romance, dragon shifter, Science Fiction & Fantasy, prince, Dragon Romance, Shifter Romance, Sci-Fi, Alien Romance, Paranormal Romance, nobility, royalty, action and adventure, romantic comedy, fantasy, sci-fi, First Contact, futuristic, dragon-shifter, hea, humorous romance, romantic adventure, sfr, space exploration, weredragon, medical, mafia. Perfect for fans of Gena Showalter, Laurann Dohner, Charlene Hartnady, Darynda Jones, S. E. Smith, Evangeline Anderson, Christine Feehan, Donna Grant, Rebecca Zanetti, Anna Hackett, JR Ward, Kresley Cole, Lynsay Sands, Nalini Singh, Genevieve Jack, Felicity Heaton, Jennifer L Armentrout, Carrie Ann Ryan, Elizabeth Hunter, Patricia Briggs, Laurell K. Hamilton, Lora Leigh, Alisa Woods.
Grier’s fiery passion for Salena might be everything his dragon ever wanted but loving her might just lead to the destruction of everything he’s trying to save. With all that is happening in his land, the upcoming shifter mating ceremony is the least of Grier’s concerns. Even though he is heir prince of the dragonshifters, he doesn’t have the authority needed to help the humans stranded in dragon territory, nor can he banish those who ruthlessly control them. Yet honor demands he finds an opportunity to intervene, and he hopes that doing so won’t start a war the shifters can’t win. Discovering his destined mate couldn’t have come at a worse time. Salena knows what it is like to be a pawn of the Federation. They might have kidnapped her and brought her to this strange territory, but she will never do what they want of her… what everyone wants of her. The last thing the fugitive needs is the very public attention of a fierce dragon prince claiming they’re fated by the gods—even if the sexy man makes her burn in more ways than one. Book One of the Qurilixen Lords series, the much anticipated dragon shapeshifter romance by NY Times and USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Michelle M. Pillow. Paranormal romance as hot as dragon fire!" - Gena Showalter, NY Times & USA TODAY Bestseller ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About the Qurilixen Lords Series This series features the adult children of the Dragon Lords and Lords of the Var® series. These books can stand alone. Author Note: This is the son of the Dragon Lords: Barbarian Prince's Ualan and Rigan. Praise for Dragon Prince “Filled with intrigue and adventure, Dragon Prince: A Qurilixen World Novel is an exciting new spinoff in a rich and intricate universe. Michelle Pillow creates characters to cheer for, to hope with, while building worlds that are portals for the imagination. Truly, Ms. Pillow is a master of futuristic fantasy.” - Yasmine Galenorn, NY Times, Publishers Weekly, & USA TODAY Bestseller "Michelle M. Pillow crafts an incredible story. Paranormal romance as hot as dragon fire!" - Gena Showalter, NY Times & USA TODAY Bestseller "Sometimes you just need to gobble up the insane goodness that is dragons, and Michelle has been aiding in that addiction for fifteen years." - Eve Langlais, NY Times & USA TODAY Bestseller “Michelle Pillow weaves a fantastical tale of dragon shifters, full of rich world-building, action and adventure, along with a sexy love story. This entire series is not to be missed!” - Bianca D'Arc, USA TODAY Bestseller "A wonderfully sexy tale filled with romance and dragon-shifters that draws you in from the first page and doesn’t let go. The Qurilixen Lords series is one you don’t want to miss!" - Mina Carter, NY Times & USA TODAY Bestseller Qurilixen Lords series: Dragon Prince Marked Prince Feral Prince Fire Prince Her Lawless Prince - Coming Soon Poisoned Prince - Coming Soon Cursed Dragon - Coming Soon A Qurilixen World Novel The Qurilixen World is an extensive collection of paranormal, fantasy, and science fiction romance novels by award-winning author, Michelle M. Pillow, and includes several series installments: Dragon Lords, Lords of the Var®, Space Lords, Captured by a Dragon-shifter, Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides, Dynasty Lords, Qurilixen Lords, and more. Topics: Dragon Shapeshifter, Paranormal, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Fated Mate, Alpha Male, Alien Romance, futuristic romance, fated mate, comedy, shapeshifter romance, dragon shifter, Science Fiction & Fantasy, prince, Dragon Romance, Shifter Romance, Sci-Fi, Alien Romance, Paranormal Romance, futuristic, nobility, royalty, action and adventure, romantic comedy, fantasy, sci-fi, First Contact, dragon-shifter, hea, humorous romance, romantic adventure, sfr, space exploration, weredragon. Perfect for fans of Gena Showalter, Laurann Dohner, Charlene Hartnady, Darynda Jones, S. E. Smith, Evangeline Anderson, Christine Feehan, Donna Grant, Rebecca Zanetti, Anna Hackett, JR Ward, Kresley Cole, Lynsay Sands, Nalini Singh, Genevieve Jack, Felicity Heaton, Jennifer L Armentrout, Carrie Ann Ryan, Elizabeth Hunter, Patricia Briggs, Laurell K. Hamilton, Lora Leigh, Alisa Woods.
Will and his comrades went to war to overthrow the reign of dragons, winning battle after battle, gold and, best of all, a reputation as conquering heroes. But now they've angered the gods, these great dragonslayers suddenly need to turn to the dragons for help . . . We won't tell if you don't. 'Jon Hollins is a one-of-a-kind storyteller, a master of epic fun and nonstop action' Nicholas Eames, author of Kings of the Wyld
Moonbeam Children's Book Award double silver medalist A gnome, a girl and a dwarf fly north on an injured battledragon in the depth of winter to search for the missing Commander of the Stealth Dragon Services. Throw in a spy, an overweight dragon fledgling who's so plump he cannot fly, and a renegade Sorcerer Warlock hot on their tail, and it seems like a quest doomed to failure from the outset.
In volume two of The Dragon Lord Saga, Martin and Marco encounter new dragons, bandits, monsters and allies as they discover how unpredictable adventures can be.
Once mated, these shifters will do anything to protect the women they love! Scarred since childhood, Pia makes a deal with an intergalactic matchmaking service: She’ll get a new face if she marries whoever they choose for her. But she wasn’t expecting to be matched with dragon prince Zoran… Can she conquer the conqueror? The Warrior... Though no man could thwart the brave dragon shifter leader, a woman might be his undoing... Dragon-shifting Prince Zoran is a man who knows what he wants. Being a prince and the captain of the Draig Guard, he has to make swift decisions, be ready to battle at a moment’s notice, and most of all, he always has to be in control. When his bride, the one person who should obey him refuses to, he discovers the battle for his heart’s desire is fiercer than any this prince has ever waged before. Will the conqueror become the conquered? The Survivor... Though no one could ever command her, this warrior would try to conquer her heart... Physically scarred in childhood from an act of betrayal, Pia has never considered herself an attractive woman. Desperate to hide her identity, she makes a deal with Galaxy Brides—in exchange for a new face, she’ll marry anyone they put in front of her. Never did she imagine her future husband would be the most handsome/frustrating warrior of the dragon shifter military. Will the dragon prince be able to conquer the barriers she has around her heart? Book Four of the Dragon Lords series:This is the original Dragon Lords series' Revised Expanded Anniversary Edition by NY Times and USA TODAY Bestselling Author, Michelle M. Pillow. "Hot, funny, and action-packed. With a dragon prince and a deadly heroine with secrets, Warrior Prince will keep you turning the pages." Anna Hackett, USA TODAY bestselling author (2021) ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About the Dragon Lords Series The dragon-shifting alien princes have no problem with commitment. In one night, they will meet and choose their fated mates in a simplistic ceremony involving the removing of masks and the crushing of crystals. With few words spoken and the shortest, most bizarre courtship in history, they will bond to their women forever. Praise For Warrior Prince 5 Stars! "Best in the series yet." - Marie Arnold, Goodreads 5 Stars! "A delicious romance and recommended for lovers of paranormal romance." Martan David, Bookbub Dragon Lords series: Barbarian Prince Perfect Prince Dark Prince Warrior Prince His Highness the Duke The Stubborn Lord The Reluctant Lord The Impatient Lord The Dragon’s Queen A Qurilixen World Novel The Qurilixen World is an extensive collection of paranormal, fantasy, and science fiction romance novels by award-winning author, Michelle M. Pillow, and includes several series installments: Dragon Lords, Lords of the Var®, Space Lords, Captured by a Dragon-shifter, Galaxy Alien Mail Order Brides, Dynasty Lords, Qurilixen Lords, and more. Topics: Dragon Shapeshifter, Paranormal, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Fated Mate, Alpha Male, Alien Romance, futuristic romance, fated mate, comedy, shapeshifter romance, dragon shifter, Science Fiction & Fantasy, prince, Dragon Romance, Shifter Romance, Sci-Fi, Alien Romance, Paranormal Romance, nobility, royalty, action and adventure, romantic comedy, fantasy, sci-fi, First Contact, futuristic, dragon-shifter, hea, humorous romance, romantic adventure, sfr, space exploration, weredragon, military, warrior, fugitive, on the run. Perfect for fans of Gena Showalter, Laurann Dohner, Charlene Hartnady, Darynda Jones, S. E. Smith, Evangeline Anderson, Christine Feehan, Donna Grant, Rebecca Zanetti, Anna Hackett, JR Ward, Kresley Cole, Lynsay Sands, Nalini Singh, Genevieve Jack, Felicity Heaton, Jennifer L Armentrout, Carrie Ann Ryan, Elizabeth Hunter, Patricia Briggs, Laurell K. Hamilton, Lora Leigh, Alisa Woods.
