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Viking Surrender #3
Ragnar
Intrigued by the symbol on his blade, Myrna chooses Ragnar for her husband. But how is she to love a man who lives in the past? Determined to remain faithful to his deceased wife, Ragnar both fights and craves Myrna, hungry for her healing touch. Will he give in and find sanctuary in her arms? Or will the shocking truth about his dagger end love before it begins?
'Ragnar' is one of nine powerfully seductive romances in the 'Viking Surrender' series.
A horde of battle-hardened, ferocious Nordic warriors.
A Pictish village at the mercy of its enemies.
A harrowing bargain struck for nine fearful and reluctant brides.
Delivered into Viking hands, claimed and conquered, each bride must accept that she belongs to her new master. But, as wedding nights bring surrender to duty, will fierce lovers also surrender their hearts?
The Highland wilderness is savage, life is perilous, and the future uncertain, but each Viking has sworn protection, and there are no lengths to which a man will not go to safeguard the woman he loves.
Begin the journey here...
Enter a world of suspense, seduction, and adventure, told against the forbidding backdrop of medieval Scotland. Journey together with indomitable heroes and intrepid heroines, as they discover that the raging storms of fear and passion can transform into enduring devotion.
'Ragnar' is one of nine powerfully seductive romances in the 'Viking Surrender' series.
A horde of battle-hardened, ferocious Nordic warriors.
A Pictish village at the mercy of its enemies.
A harrowing bargain struck for nine fearful and reluctant brides.
Delivered into Viking hands, claimed and conquered, each bride must accept that she belongs to her new master. But, as wedding nights bring surrender to duty, will fierce lovers also surrender their hearts?
The Highland wilderness is savage, life is perilous, and the future uncertain, but each Viking has sworn protection, and there are no lengths to which a man will not go to safeguard the woman he loves.
Begin the journey here...
Enter a world of suspense, seduction, and adventure, told against the forbidding backdrop of medieval Scotland. Journey together with indomitable heroes and intrepid heroines, as they discover that the raging storms of fear and passion can transform into enduring devotion.
126 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 1, 2019
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Sky Purington
124 books380 followersSky Purington is the bestselling author of over ninety novels and novellas. A New Englander born and bred who recently moved to Virginia, Purington married her hero, has an amazing son who inspires her daily, and two ultra-lovable husky shepherd mixes. Passionate for variety, Sky's vivid imagination spans several romance genres, including historical, time travel, paranormal, and fantasy. Expect steamy stories teeming with protective alpha heroes and strong-minded heroines.
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February 3, 2023
Myrna has pick Ragnor to be her husband. She think’s to save the other women from this brooding, frightening warrior.
November 1, 2019
The Warrior and the Healer
This series of stories spins around a Pict village that prevents a Viking attack on an Unlikely manner.
I have been really impressed by the layers in these stories, and the thought, in the case of Ragnar and Myrna both healing and healer apply to more than just tending battle injuries. Each has lost a spouse, and the emotional healing that happens in this story is as remarkable as the tending to physical wounds, and the healer is not the only caretaker at work.
A done in one kindle unlimited quick read that is well worth the time.
This series of stories spins around a Pict village that prevents a Viking attack on an Unlikely manner.
I have been really impressed by the layers in these stories, and the thought, in the case of Ragnar and Myrna both healing and healer apply to more than just tending battle injuries. Each has lost a spouse, and the emotional healing that happens in this story is as remarkable as the tending to physical wounds, and the healer is not the only caretaker at work.
A done in one kindle unlimited quick read that is well worth the time.
October 31, 2019
I read this when it was part of a set, Vikings. Because not much has changed -- with the exception of a much-needed epilogue -- I'm going to leave my original review here; take it for what it's worth.
All the books are enemies-to-lovers stories and have three (as I saw it) overall themes. One is -- as another reviewer very wisely mentioned -- the importance of moving on from loss. The second is the blending of cultures (particularly welcome in today's anti-immigrant, us-vs.-them world) as each Pict and Viking character shares stories or customs from their respective lands; in this case, Myrna and Ragnar ultimately share an object that is a metaphor not only for their blended cultures, but also for their blended lives. The third is dominance/submission broadly applied to an entire town. That is, the Vikings act as doms (protective providers who rescue the Picts from enemy attacks) and the Picts as submissives (those who swear their obedience in exchange for this protection). Thus, while both the men and women are marrying under duress (rather than just the women), it's the centuries-old marital bargain before the appearance of more modern views of marriage: each partner brings something tangible to the marriage that has nothing do with love or shared interests. In this case, the Vikings bring the brawn to defend the community, and the Picts provide the land. Of course, since this is romance, love does grow between the couples. And, because it's an erotic romance in this particular genre, the sexual acts are described in detail.
The first theme I mentioned -- overcoming grief and finding new love (“May it bring you strength in life, dignity in death, then the courage to face life anew") -- is most apparent in this particular book since the major obstacle between Ragnar and Myrna is that both still have feelings for their dead spouses. During the course of the story, however, they begin to care for each other. Some of those feelings are highly sensual and, for those interested in this, Ms. Purington really understands D/s as it's meant to be: that is, it brings peace to the submissive as she (here, the submissive is gendered as "she") lets go of all her cares and places them in the hands of her dominant (many D/s stories -- such as the others in this collection -- simply make it all about inflicting violence on feminine bodies). Though Ragnar is dominant in bed, at no time does he look upon Myrna as less than.
Even given those scenes, however, this is one of the few original stories that depicts a relationship founded on more than just sex: I found Ragnor's making sure that Myrna had food, water, warmth, and rest a thousand times more erotic than the endless birchings found in the other stories (thankfully, there is no dd here). Myrna was a great, strong, intelligent, caring character, and I loved how the initially hard Ragnor softened towards her. Finally, I found the unusual, bittersweet backstory interesting and it added an extra layer of tenderness to what was, in some ways, a second-chance romance.
In terms of prose, this particular story is well-written with few editing or grammatical errors. There's decent world-building (the cave pictures were a lovely touch). I could do, however, without all the cringe-worthy "Loki's Balls."
5 stars. I strongly recommend this.
Note: I adhere to the ratings system as laid out by Goodreads: 2 stars = it was okay; 3 stars = liked it; 4 stars = really liked it; 5 stars = it was amazing. I gave this book 5 stars because I liked the couple. I do not think that every book I read is "amazing;" further, I think that it cheapens the rating system to always assign 4 or 5 stars. If a book really earns the 4 or 5 stars (and I realize that this is, to some degree, subjective), I'll give them -- but it certainly shouldn't apply to every book. YMMV, and everyone should enjoy/rate these books as they wish.
Additional Note: I did not receive this book as an ARC; I'm not another author who hosts or is hosted by other authors in this genre on our websites; and I'm not friends with the authors IRL, "friends" on this site, or friends on any social media site.
All the books are enemies-to-lovers stories and have three (as I saw it) overall themes. One is -- as another reviewer very wisely mentioned -- the importance of moving on from loss. The second is the blending of cultures (particularly welcome in today's anti-immigrant, us-vs.-them world) as each Pict and Viking character shares stories or customs from their respective lands; in this case, Myrna and Ragnar ultimately share an object that is a metaphor not only for their blended cultures, but also for their blended lives. The third is dominance/submission broadly applied to an entire town. That is, the Vikings act as doms (protective providers who rescue the Picts from enemy attacks) and the Picts as submissives (those who swear their obedience in exchange for this protection). Thus, while both the men and women are marrying under duress (rather than just the women), it's the centuries-old marital bargain before the appearance of more modern views of marriage: each partner brings something tangible to the marriage that has nothing do with love or shared interests. In this case, the Vikings bring the brawn to defend the community, and the Picts provide the land. Of course, since this is romance, love does grow between the couples. And, because it's an erotic romance in this particular genre, the sexual acts are described in detail.
The first theme I mentioned -- overcoming grief and finding new love (“May it bring you strength in life, dignity in death, then the courage to face life anew") -- is most apparent in this particular book since the major obstacle between Ragnar and Myrna is that both still have feelings for their dead spouses. During the course of the story, however, they begin to care for each other. Some of those feelings are highly sensual and, for those interested in this, Ms. Purington really understands D/s as it's meant to be: that is, it brings peace to the submissive as she (here, the submissive is gendered as "she") lets go of all her cares and places them in the hands of her dominant (many D/s stories -- such as the others in this collection -- simply make it all about inflicting violence on feminine bodies). Though Ragnar is dominant in bed, at no time does he look upon Myrna as less than.
Even given those scenes, however, this is one of the few original stories that depicts a relationship founded on more than just sex: I found Ragnor's making sure that Myrna had food, water, warmth, and rest a thousand times more erotic than the endless birchings found in the other stories (thankfully, there is no dd here). Myrna was a great, strong, intelligent, caring character, and I loved how the initially hard Ragnor softened towards her. Finally, I found the unusual, bittersweet backstory interesting and it added an extra layer of tenderness to what was, in some ways, a second-chance romance.
In terms of prose, this particular story is well-written with few editing or grammatical errors. There's decent world-building (the cave pictures were a lovely touch). I could do, however, without all the cringe-worthy "Loki's Balls."
5 stars. I strongly recommend this.
Note: I adhere to the ratings system as laid out by Goodreads: 2 stars = it was okay; 3 stars = liked it; 4 stars = really liked it; 5 stars = it was amazing. I gave this book 5 stars because I liked the couple. I do not think that every book I read is "amazing;" further, I think that it cheapens the rating system to always assign 4 or 5 stars. If a book really earns the 4 or 5 stars (and I realize that this is, to some degree, subjective), I'll give them -- but it certainly shouldn't apply to every book. YMMV, and everyone should enjoy/rate these books as they wish.
Additional Note: I did not receive this book as an ARC; I'm not another author who hosts or is hosted by other authors in this genre on our websites; and I'm not friends with the authors IRL, "friends" on this site, or friends on any social media site.
May 5, 2020
Well shit, this one got me in the feels. After Brandr: A Viking Warrior Romance, which left me feeling, frankly a bit icky given the titular viking's significant proclivity for punishing his wife, I was concerned that this whole series might prove to be a write off. Not so! Ragnar is really good. There is sex, of course. This is erotica after all. But there's more than just sex. There's emotion. There's personality. There's backstory. There's a touching and honest exploration of what it might feel like to try and move forward after the death of a loved one. There's genuine affection. You can believe in their love story and those of their children. And the sex? It's well done. There's both gentle and tender ("I will love you as you are meant to be loved") and a scene that has some power play. It's honestly rare to see the latter written in a sensitive way, so to finish my mini-review, I want to quote a short passage:
"He had all the control right now. A vague part of her understood that there was both excitement and peace to be found in this. Her long-perfected control had been stripped away. Her soul-deep need to care for others irrelevant at the moment. Nonexistent. For a blip in time, she no longer carried the heavy weight of responsibility that came with healing others. Truth told, though physically bound, she was unshackled from her obligations beneath his turbulent gaze. In a strange way, she was free of the standards she set for herself, and her body responded to that."
"He had all the control right now. A vague part of her understood that there was both excitement and peace to be found in this. Her long-perfected control had been stripped away. Her soul-deep need to care for others irrelevant at the moment. Nonexistent. For a blip in time, she no longer carried the heavy weight of responsibility that came with healing others. Truth told, though physically bound, she was unshackled from her obligations beneath his turbulent gaze. In a strange way, she was free of the standards she set for herself, and her body responded to that."
October 31, 2019
Can a Viking intent on plunder find love is the real treasure?
Myrna is a healer. When Vikings arrive on their shores and a deal is made to save their lives by marrying the invaders she is selected to be one of the brides. Recognizing a blade carried by one of the “husbands” an obviously dark and dangerous man she chooses him in order to protect the other women destined to mate with the Vikings.
Ragnar will follow his Jarl’s orders, but he’s not happy about it. He has loved and lost and has no desire to take another wife. Certainly not one who is a healer.
Forced together by fate, can they put their pasts behind them and make a life together? Or will the things they have in common come between them and their HEA? You’ll have to read the story to find out!
Myrna is a healer. When Vikings arrive on their shores and a deal is made to save their lives by marrying the invaders she is selected to be one of the brides. Recognizing a blade carried by one of the “husbands” an obviously dark and dangerous man she chooses him in order to protect the other women destined to mate with the Vikings.
Ragnar will follow his Jarl’s orders, but he’s not happy about it. He has loved and lost and has no desire to take another wife. Certainly not one who is a healer.
Forced together by fate, can they put their pasts behind them and make a life together? Or will the things they have in common come between them and their HEA? You’ll have to read the story to find out!
October 29, 2019
Myrna had vowed from a young age to take on the responsibility of her village and their people, learning her trade and healing them as best her ability allowed. So when Eithne returned from the shore with a great many Vikings in tow and immediately went in to speak with their ailing chief, she knew things were going to change. But would it be for the better or worse?
When these two come together, each with a past they've vowed to keep alive, it absolutely drew me in, brought their heat, and then melted my heart.
When these two come together, each with a past they've vowed to keep alive, it absolutely drew me in, brought their heat, and then melted my heart.
January 6, 2025
In book two in the multi-author Vikings Surrender series, a horde of Vikings comes to the Pictish village of Achnaryrie to raid and plunder. After the dying chieftain’s daughter-in-law makes a deal to save the village from ruin, the healer Myrna and several other women are forced into wedlock with some of the marauders. But the unlucky women can choose which man they want. Myrna picks the roughest-looking one of all, the one carrying an Orkney blade similar to her own.
Ragnar wants nothing to do with his new wife, but little do they know that their loved ones have a shared past, which will pave the way for their future together.
I liked Myrna for the most part. She was understanding of Ragnar’s coldness, far too much at times, but the healer in her just wanted to help him. I found Ragnar harder to relate to. He was torn between loving Myrna and using her body to slake his lust since his heart still belonged to his deceased wife.
The narrative flowed well and breezed over events that happened in the previous book to focus on the important aspects of this book. The novellas in the series are standalones and can be read in any order, but as such, there are scenes shared between each book that makes them repetitious.
Overall, I couldn’t lose myself in this book. Ragnar’s hardheartedness was just too much for me.
3 Stars
Ragnar wants nothing to do with his new wife, but little do they know that their loved ones have a shared past, which will pave the way for their future together.
I liked Myrna for the most part. She was understanding of Ragnar’s coldness, far too much at times, but the healer in her just wanted to help him. I found Ragnar harder to relate to. He was torn between loving Myrna and using her body to slake his lust since his heart still belonged to his deceased wife.
The narrative flowed well and breezed over events that happened in the previous book to focus on the important aspects of this book. The novellas in the series are standalones and can be read in any order, but as such, there are scenes shared between each book that makes them repetitious.
Overall, I couldn’t lose myself in this book. Ragnar’s hardheartedness was just too much for me.
3 Stars
February 1, 2022
In some ways, this is exactly what I am looking for in Viking romance…The rough and scowling Viking, sex that’s on the wild side, a love interest that likes it. My two biggest complaints are that (one) yet again the characters were both previously married and the late spouses were an issue. That can be an interesting storyline, but this is the third book in the series that I have read (I read one randomly out of order) and all three have that element. It’s starting to get repetitive. And (two), there is an emphasis on making a baby. It made sense in the first story but why emphasize it here again? Women, past and present, aren’t just obsessed with having children.
It was also super annoying to have the epilogue of this book just be a rehash of the epilogue of the first book (not counting the intro story as a separate book like it is on Goodreads), but with a few extra details from Myrna’s POV. Lastly, the whole dominance and spanking (which is completely missing in this book) is falling short in the series. Either lean into it or leave it out, half-assing it is just weak.
Despite these grumblings, I really did enjoy this short book and was impressed with the writing.
It was also super annoying to have the epilogue of this book just be a rehash of the epilogue of the first book (not counting the intro story as a separate book like it is on Goodreads), but with a few extra details from Myrna’s POV. Lastly, the whole dominance and spanking (which is completely missing in this book) is falling short in the series. Either lean into it or leave it out, half-assing it is just weak.
Despite these grumblings, I really did enjoy this short book and was impressed with the writing.
June 12, 2020
Reluctant Viking Bride
Myrna's village is attacked by Vikings. To avoid bloodshed the village leader agrees to have several woman marry Vikings. Myrna is a young widow without children. She still loves her deceased husband. She chooses Ragnar because she thinks he'll be a brutal husband and she wants to save the other women from him. Ragnar still loves his deceased wife and promised her she would be his only love before she died. He's angry about getting married and doesn't like healers because one wasn't able to save his wife. Myrna is the village's healer.
They need to help each other in order to be happy. This is part of a series but could be read as a standalone. No cliffhanger for Ragnar and Myrna.
Myrna's village is attacked by Vikings. To avoid bloodshed the village leader agrees to have several woman marry Vikings. Myrna is a young widow without children. She still loves her deceased husband. She chooses Ragnar because she thinks he'll be a brutal husband and she wants to save the other women from him. Ragnar still loves his deceased wife and promised her she would be his only love before she died. He's angry about getting married and doesn't like healers because one wasn't able to save his wife. Myrna is the village's healer.
They need to help each other in order to be happy. This is part of a series but could be read as a standalone. No cliffhanger for Ragnar and Myrna.
September 9, 2024
Enjoyable Read
This book was easy to escape into, with characters that were more or less relatable, despite the book being set a long time ago. They weren’t complex, but they weren’t one dimensional, either, and it worked just fine for telling a romance story. There wasn’t a lot of tension, but that was nice too. The twist at the end was unexpected and well-done. The rest of the story was unique enough to not be cliched, but also didn’t have anything that makes it stand out as truly memorable. Overall, it was a nice read, worth the time spent on it, and wove in nicely with Book 1 and the prologue.
This book was easy to escape into, with characters that were more or less relatable, despite the book being set a long time ago. They weren’t complex, but they weren’t one dimensional, either, and it worked just fine for telling a romance story. There wasn’t a lot of tension, but that was nice too. The twist at the end was unexpected and well-done. The rest of the story was unique enough to not be cliched, but also didn’t have anything that makes it stand out as truly memorable. Overall, it was a nice read, worth the time spent on it, and wove in nicely with Book 1 and the prologue.
November 3, 2022
Very Very Good Story!
This was such a wonderful story. I loved both Myrna and Ragnar. So happy to have one story without punishments lol. And thank you Sky Purington for writing this beautiful story. I just loved it. I loved the fact that it told how many children they had etc. That was awesome. On to the next one 💜💜💜💜💜
This was such a wonderful story. I loved both Myrna and Ragnar. So happy to have one story without punishments lol. And thank you Sky Purington for writing this beautiful story. I just loved it. I loved the fact that it told how many children they had etc. That was awesome. On to the next one 💜💜💜💜💜
September 9, 2021
Interesting
After Ragnar and Myrna are married, they discover they have a strange connection to each other through their deceased spouses. This connection is what brings love back into their lives and allows them to open their hearts. Romantic and very sensual.
After Ragnar and Myrna are married, they discover they have a strange connection to each other through their deceased spouses. This connection is what brings love back into their lives and allows them to open their hearts. Romantic and very sensual.
January 17, 2023
Felt rushed
First full book was better, the story making more sense. This author seemed to not only borrow a lot from the first book to fill space, but also rushed their stories. Worth the read though.
First full book was better, the story making more sense. This author seemed to not only borrow a lot from the first book to fill space, but also rushed their stories. Worth the read though.
May 8, 2023
Intriguing
This is the second book in the series that I have read and just like the first I couldn’t put it down once I started it. Full of action, intrigue and romance throughout the book.
This is the second book in the series that I have read and just like the first I couldn’t put it down once I started it. Full of action, intrigue and romance throughout the book.
February 7, 2024
I liked this, I love how Myrna self sacrificed in attempt to save the other women of the village from Ragnar. Once he finally gave in, their love was very sweet and the way the author brought the story full circle was absolutely precious!
June 13, 2020
Good
I really enjoyed this book. I do wish there was more action in it other than the bedroom but all in all it was a good read and I look forward to the next one in the series.
I really enjoyed this book. I do wish there was more action in it other than the bedroom but all in all it was a good read and I look forward to the next one in the series.
July 28, 2020
So good!!
So far this series has been great and this couple is written so well. I wish it were longer I really didn’t want to leave them.
So far this series has been great and this couple is written so well. I wish it were longer I really didn’t want to leave them.
June 5, 2021
Beautiful
Brilliant book well written and a great story line hooked from the start I couldn't put it down can't wait to read more
Brilliant book well written and a great story line hooked from the start I couldn't put it down can't wait to read more
January 22, 2023
A spicey vicking romp with a wee bit o kink. Yeah it was a fun, short read.
March 23, 2023
Fell very flat conflict was resolved so quick.
November 13, 2019
3 stars (maybe 4 stars if you enjoy these authors: Kate Pearce, Jess Michaels).
I’ve read the entire series of books. My review will be the same for all book. Some were more enjoyable to read then others however the series as a whole and each individual book to me is still 3 stars (half I would give 3.5 stars). You can read each book within 1-2 hours; quick reads.
These books/series are worth a read but didn’t really have me excited about interacting with the book where I could not put it down (skimmed through parts of the books). It lacks the excitement and well roundness of my personal markers for a great read throughout the book.
There was a lack of development and interest in main characters in some of the books (which I found irritating). I enjoy secondary characters and there were a few moments in the books, enough info was provided that I read the series.
There were a handful of humorous scenes in most of the books. I do prefer well written humour and this series lacked in that department.
I found the movement of the books ‘choppy at times’ especially around the story telling overall.
The writing /conversation of the book was not the style that gets me engaged and partner with the books characters to enjoy this book past a first read.
There are MAJOR sexual scenes throughout the book (kissing, oral, love making) and SPANKING in all the books.
Read this book/series once and that is enough for me.
I wouldn’t cross a few of the authors out of my potential reads in the future.
My individual star rating for each book
Viking Surrender books 1-10
1. Prologue 3.5
2. Brandr 3.5
3. Ragnar 3.5
4. Graeme 3
5. Magnus 2.5
6. Thorolf 3.5
7. Garth 3
8. Jerrik 3
9. Steinn 2
10. Bjorn 3
I’ve read the entire series of books. My review will be the same for all book. Some were more enjoyable to read then others however the series as a whole and each individual book to me is still 3 stars (half I would give 3.5 stars). You can read each book within 1-2 hours; quick reads.
These books/series are worth a read but didn’t really have me excited about interacting with the book where I could not put it down (skimmed through parts of the books). It lacks the excitement and well roundness of my personal markers for a great read throughout the book.
There was a lack of development and interest in main characters in some of the books (which I found irritating). I enjoy secondary characters and there were a few moments in the books, enough info was provided that I read the series.
There were a handful of humorous scenes in most of the books. I do prefer well written humour and this series lacked in that department.
I found the movement of the books ‘choppy at times’ especially around the story telling overall.
The writing /conversation of the book was not the style that gets me engaged and partner with the books characters to enjoy this book past a first read.
There are MAJOR sexual scenes throughout the book (kissing, oral, love making) and SPANKING in all the books.
Read this book/series once and that is enough for me.
I wouldn’t cross a few of the authors out of my potential reads in the future.
My individual star rating for each book
Viking Surrender books 1-10
1. Prologue 3.5
2. Brandr 3.5
3. Ragnar 3.5
4. Graeme 3
5. Magnus 2.5
6. Thorolf 3.5
7. Garth 3
8. Jerrik 3
9. Steinn 2
10. Bjorn 3
June 3, 2020
Ragnar is the third book in the Viking Surrender series, and I suggest reading book one, or the prologue to this series first. Myrna specifically picked Ragnar’s blade, therefore him as her husband, and while she expects his brutish behavior, she’s confused by the softer moments he shares. But when the truth of their pasts shows an unlikely connection, can Myrna heal her marriage like she heals lives?
I was so intrigued by this story based on the blurb and I’m so happy with how everything played out! It’s so easy to see how Ragnar is hurting from his past and it’s obvious to see Myrna’s strength as a person and as a healer, so I loved their romance as they came together to heal both of their own souls. Nothing came easy for this couple, except maybe their passionate connection, but even then, Ragnar fought his own emotions when it came to Myrna. I loved that she was able to fit missing pieces of Ragnar’s past into a puzzle she could solve and I loved that she gave him the option to live in the past or accept and thrive in the present and future. I definitely felt all of the feels in this romance and definitely look forward to the next book in this series!
I was so intrigued by this story based on the blurb and I’m so happy with how everything played out! It’s so easy to see how Ragnar is hurting from his past and it’s obvious to see Myrna’s strength as a person and as a healer, so I loved their romance as they came together to heal both of their own souls. Nothing came easy for this couple, except maybe their passionate connection, but even then, Ragnar fought his own emotions when it came to Myrna. I loved that she was able to fit missing pieces of Ragnar’s past into a puzzle she could solve and I loved that she gave him the option to live in the past or accept and thrive in the present and future. I definitely felt all of the feels in this romance and definitely look forward to the next book in this series!
October 31, 2019
Loved Myrna and Ragnar
Myrna is the village healer, entrust to care for the ailing chief. When Viking ships arrive on their shores, the Chief's daughter in law makes a deal with their Jurl, one that the Chief and his wife support.
Seeing the warriors, Myrna takes not of.a.fierce warriors with a blade with a familiar hilt,.and is determined to choose him.
Ragnar had a wife he loved and lost her die to injuries from an attack. He has harboured a hatred for healers since, and now his Jurl is forcing him marry again and the healer has chosen him.
Ragnar is attracted to Myrna, but feels anger and quilt because of it.
Myrna is strong, took on the surly Viking, to protect the women of the village, fearing he would be abusive.
Ragnar slowly develops an appreciation for his wife. When they finally talk they learn of a tie that brings them closer together.
A sweet and a little steamy second chance romance. A great epilogue to wrap up their story. Loved Myrna and Ragnar.
Myrna is the village healer, entrust to care for the ailing chief. When Viking ships arrive on their shores, the Chief's daughter in law makes a deal with their Jurl, one that the Chief and his wife support.
Seeing the warriors, Myrna takes not of.a.fierce warriors with a blade with a familiar hilt,.and is determined to choose him.
Ragnar had a wife he loved and lost her die to injuries from an attack. He has harboured a hatred for healers since, and now his Jurl is forcing him marry again and the healer has chosen him.
Ragnar is attracted to Myrna, but feels anger and quilt because of it.
Myrna is strong, took on the surly Viking, to protect the women of the village, fearing he would be abusive.
Ragnar slowly develops an appreciation for his wife. When they finally talk they learn of a tie that brings them closer together.
A sweet and a little steamy second chance romance. A great epilogue to wrap up their story. Loved Myrna and Ragnar.
November 12, 2019
In this story from the Vikings Anthology, we see Ragnar and Myrna wed. Ragnar is a mean, scowling Viking who lost his beloved wife because a healer couldn’t save her. He has vowed never to love again. Right away, Myrna has two strikes against her. She is a healer who Ragnar will never trust and a woman who Ragnar will never love. Myrna has also lost the love of her life, who she still speaks with as if he were still there. Ragnar however is drawn to her beauty, strength and healing ability and against all reason finds himself falling in love with Myrna. Myrna is attracted to him also and does not understand his anger toward her. The key to whether they can admit their love to each other lies in the Pict dagger that Ragnar carries and which draws Myrna to him. Can they finally open that lock to love? This is a romantic, bittersweet story, well-written with a unique plot. Great job!
November 10, 2019
Ragner and Myrna
These two compliment each other. She is the village healer and he is a Viking warrior. He lost a wife in the past and tries to hold on to his love for her. He is surprised by his affection for his new wife. But he wants her more. Myrna readily accepted her feelings for her new husband. They had to marry quickly to save the village. The story begins when the Vikings want to raid and destroy the little town since they're no men present but Eithne had something different in mind. She arranged to have the available childbearing females to marry the Viking warriors so that no blood would be shed. This is a good plan, and I'm reading the remaining books to see how it all turns out. It's not as passionate but the story is good.
These two compliment each other. She is the village healer and he is a Viking warrior. He lost a wife in the past and tries to hold on to his love for her. He is surprised by his affection for his new wife. But he wants her more. Myrna readily accepted her feelings for her new husband. They had to marry quickly to save the village. The story begins when the Vikings want to raid and destroy the little town since they're no men present but Eithne had something different in mind. She arranged to have the available childbearing females to marry the Viking warriors so that no blood would be shed. This is a good plan, and I'm reading the remaining books to see how it all turns out. It's not as passionate but the story is good.
November 8, 2019
Book three in the Viking Surrender series another well written story in this series. Myrna and Ragnar will have alot to overcome, but they are in for one huge surprise. Both of them have been married before and have lost their partners Coblaith and Talorc. I would say read this book. I read a copy of this book through K.U. and I am voluntarily reviewing.
October 31, 2019
Great story
This book, although short compared to what I'm used to reading on the norm, was really good. The backstory was well written and the characters were really likable in a smexy storyline. All in all it was well in the truly great ending. Thanks for writing.
This book, although short compared to what I'm used to reading on the norm, was really good. The backstory was well written and the characters were really likable in a smexy storyline. All in all it was well in the truly great ending. Thanks for writing.
November 4, 2019
3 1/2
Quick light fun reads! Couples forced into a situation - accepting and healing each other. I look forward to reading the next story.
Quick light fun reads! Couples forced into a situation - accepting and healing each other. I look forward to reading the next story.
December 6, 2019
Loved Ragnar and Myrna
This was a fantastic story in the Viking Surrender series. Loved how the storyline flowed, the chemistry heated up and how Ragnar and Myrna found a HEA.
This was a fantastic story in the Viking Surrender series. Loved how the storyline flowed, the chemistry heated up and how Ragnar and Myrna found a HEA.
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