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Yarde Reviews and Book Promotions: Jennifer Ivy Walker - Wolf of the Nordic Seas

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Wolf of the Nordic Seas

(Valiant Vikings Book 2)
By Jennifer Ivy Walker

Valiant Vikings Book 2

Publisher: Green Mermaid Publications
Print Length: 357 Pages
Genre: Historical Romance / Norse Mythology / Fantasy

Named after the Norse God of the Sea, Njörd grew up sailing, swimming, and fishing the fjords of Norway. Endowed with extraordinary senses, speed, and strength, he became known as Wolf of the Nordic Seas, leading lucrative Viking raids from the Baltic shores to the Black and Caspian Seas. When a Viking völva foretells his future through a seidr vision, Njörd learns that his fate and his mate—the siren with the sea goddess eyes—lie on the alabaster coast of Normandy in the distant Land of the White Chalk Cliffs.

Elfi Thorfinnsdóttir is a skilled shieldmaiden who seeks vengeance against the ruthless Frankish count who killed her brother and abducted her father in an attempt to seize her clifftop castle. But rather that submit to the count’s relentless demand for her hand in marriage, Elfi allies with Richard the Fearless—the Viking Duke of Normandy— and the Danish Jarl of Ribe known as the Wolf of the Nordic Seas.

As Elfi and Njörd discover startling secrets about their respective pasts, they find that the three Norns have entwined the threads of their fates not just as political allies, but as mates destined to fulfill a divine prophecy.

Wolf of the Nordic Seas— book 2 of the Valiant Vikings series set in tenth century Normandy— is a sizzling, scintillating blend of historical fiction, Norse mythology, paranormal fantasy, and steamy Viking romance!

Praise:

“This thrilling tale promises to sweep readers off their feet and take them on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Viking lore.” Five Stars Yarde Book Promotions

“…Walker's textured history and atmosphere, whether it is a sacred grove or ethereal caves, create a world that feels both mystical and real, pulling readers into another unforgettable journey. Very highly recommended.”

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Author Bio:

Jennifer Ivy Walker

Jennifer Ivy Walker is an award-winning author of medieval Celtic, Nordic, and paranormal romance, as well as contemporary romance, historical fantasy, and WWII romantic suspense.

A former high school teacher and college professor of French with an MA in French literature, her novels encompass a love for French language, literature, history, and culture, including Celtic myths and legends, Norse mythology, Viking sagas, and Nordic lore.

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List of Books by Jennifer Ivy Walker
The Wild Rose and the Sea Raven
The Lady of the Mirrored Lake
The Emerald Fairy and the Dragon Knight
Winter Solstice in the Crystal Castle
A Celtic Yuletide Carol

The Witch of the Breton Woods

Flames of Flamenco
Amour in Avignon
Dragon of Denmark

Wolf of the Nordic Seas

Falcon of the Faroe Islands

read an excerpt

Excerpt: The Danish Jarl of Ribe

From the oceanfront cliff upon which le Château Blanc had been built, the grassy hill sloped at a steep, steady incline down to the flat, sandy beach two hundred feet below. Elfi descended the path, escorted by two of her father’s castle guards.

When she arrived upon the shore, a beaming Richard—accompanied by a buoyant Bjarke and the bearded brute in white wolfskin that she had seen from her bedroom window—strode briskly across the sand to greet her. “Lady Elfi of Étretat, may I present your betrothed, Njörd Ívarrsson. The Danish jarl of Ribe.”

Elfi shivered as the mammoth Viking took her hand and lowered his massive head, brushing bristled lips across her sensitive skin while the lupine eyes of the wolfskin observed her with a lurid, otherworldly glow.

Gilded by the golden sun, Njörd’s thick chestnut hair gleamed, radiating the salty scent of the sea. “I am honored to meet you, Elfi of Étretat.” A current flowed up Elfi’s arm at his unsettling touch.

“Ribe is a vital Viking trade center on the western shores of the North Sea,” Richard continued, oblivious to Elfi’s distress. “Njörd is known throughout Denmark as Wolf of the Nordic Seas.” The deep timbre of Jarl Rikard’s voice magnified the menace of the name. And the thick white fur and haunting eyes of the monstrous wolfskin further intensified her unease.

Njörd rose to his full, towering height—still clutching Elfi’s trembling hand.

She looked up into his deep blue eyes, caught in the maelstrom of his mesmerizing gaze. An inexplicable, immutable bond linked her soul to the Wolf of the Nordic Seas. Mouth parched, heart racing, Elfi’s unsteady legs shook under her grey woolen gown.

“On behalf of Harald Bluetooth, King of Norway and Denmark,” Njörd boomed, his thunderous voice crashing over her like tumultuous waves against the craggy cliff, “I offer a formidable Viking army of a thousand valiant warriors.” He swept a majestic, wolfskin-clad arm across the horde of men hauling the flat-bottom dragon ships up onto the shore. “And a fearsome fleet of drakkar and skeid warships to defend le Château Blanc.” Gallantly folding his white lupine cloak across his expansive, armored chest, he bent at the waist, honoring Elfi with a reverent bow. “A regal bride price for your prized hand in marriage. A royal gift from my magnanimous king to bless our Yuletide wedding.”

While Elfi stood speechless, overwhelmed by the size, sight, and scent of her betrothed, Njörd bellowed to the boisterous, busy army who worked efficiently and tirelessly to secure the Danish fleet. “Vikings of Denmark!”

A collective hush settled over the shore where gentle waves of the Narrow Sea lapped at the soft white sand.

“Pay homage to my betrothed. Châtelaine of le Château Blanc. Lady Elfi Thorfinnsdóttir. Heiress of Étretat.”

Hundreds of humble heads bowed before her, fixing her with fascinated, curious stares.

Elfi inhaled deeply to regain her composure. Shoulders back, standing tall, she greeted the men who would fortify the castle, salvage the autumn harvest, and protect the Pays de Caux. “I bid you all welcome and thank you for coming to our aid. Le Château Blanc will be well defended against future attacks by the Frankish Count of Soissons!”