Author: Melanie Karsak

Category: Fantasy

Regular price: $0.99

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Deal starts: June 07, 2026

Deal ends: June 07, 2026

Description:

Chosen by Odin.Destined for Valhalla.In my dreams, Odin whispers to me.He tells me I’m destined to wield a legendary sword.He tells me my road will bring me to Valhalla.But when I wake, I’m only Hervor. Fatherless. Unloved. Unwanted. Jarl Bjartmar, my grandfather, calls me cursed. My mother, her memories stolen by the gods, has forgotten me. Everyone tells me I should have been left to the wolves, but no one will tell me why.None but Eydis, a thrall with völva magic, believes I’m meant for a greater destiny. Yet who can believe a devotee of Loki?When the king and his son arrive for the holy blót, the runes begin to fall in my favor. A way forward may lie in the handsome Viking set on winning my heart, but only if I unravel the mystery hanging over me first.Readers will relish Shield Maiden: Under the Howling Moon. This sweeping Viking historical fantasy retells the Norse Hervarar Saga, depicting the life of the shieldmaiden Hervor.

From the Inside Flap ? ? ? ? ? "I seriously recommend this story and this series to anyone looking for high-quality adventure, who loves strong characters, mystery, action, passion, desire, and Vikings. It really doesn't get better than this." Elysian Fields? ? ? ? ? "If you are a fan of fantasy and enjoy Norse mythology, you will enjoy this."? ? ? ? ? "So many so-called Norse novels get terms, Gods, etc wrong...but with this book. A page-turner." Steven B.? ? ? ? ? "It doesn't get any better than this." Kaye G.? ? ? ? ? "One of the best books I've read in years." Empressa? ? ? ? ? "Loki was featured in this and I squealed!! He's my very favorite Norse god and I love how he plays into the plot and his cheeky attitude was expertly executed!" M. F.? ? ? ? ? "A beautiful Viking tale...from the world-building to the characters...A page-turning pleasure to be sure."? ? ? ? ? "If you've seen Last Kingdoms or Vikings, this book will not disappoint." Megan M.