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tlovesbooks's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
michmonette's review
3.0
Parts of this were cute but I didn’t need so much of them stressing about how to be together
jessbookishlife's review
5.0
[I received a copy of this book, and I'm truly thankful to Harper for her kindness. I enjoyed this book and I'm gladly giving it a review.]
After finding out Harper's books I knew I had to read them. I have had a fascination for Vikings since I was 12 and read Sandra Carvalho's books, even though those are Fantasy and Historical Romances. So, last night when I was reading the book, I had to stop for a moment and just let my heart go through all the 'saudade'.
Just for those that don't know, 'saudade' is a Portuguese word. And in this particular case, I'm using the word in a more casual say of saying I miss someone or something, even if I can see that person or thing in the near future... It's not nostalgia, since nostalgia is a sentimental yearning for the happiness of a former place or time, and we can feel 'saudade' for something that might never have happened.
Anyway, in this case, I'm talking about a book and a story.
Like I said in other occasions, I love Sandra Carvalho's books and the first impact that Harper's book gave me was 'saudade' for that other book and story. Which means, Harper's words and storytelling abilities made me emotional.
Because of that unexpected burst of emotion I felt, I decided to go to sleep, and I kept reading this morning. I was calmer and I didn't felt that feeling of 'saudade' again.
Harper St. George has a brilliant way of using words in her storytelling, just like a lot of our authors whose books I have fall in love, that are in the Historical Romance genre. From the brilliant images she created of the first time Eirik saw Merewyn, to all the descriptions that gave the story some very vivid images in my mind.
That's actually how the book starts, with the first time Eirik sees Merewyn and how she ended up being his captive.
Eirik is this strong Viking Warrior, son of a jarl - Jarl Hegard - and he's a great leader, but he also has his demons, nightmares that torture him every night. Merewyn is a Saxon noblewoman, sister of a lord - Lord Alfred - and she's strong-minded, but also kind and loving.
Two characters that made me love the story so much that I couldn't put down the book this morning. Their interactions made me go "WOW", laugh, blush, then cry (because of a particular moment of trust and a secret revealed), then I was blushing and smiling again.
I met a lot of other characters in this book that I love, and I'm happy that they have their own books. And this book was definitely a fantastic start of a series... plus, if you have never read Historical Romances about Vikings, this is an awesome book/series to get you started.
That been said, of course I recommend this book!
There is no doubt in my mind that this is a 5* read.
After finding out Harper's books I knew I had to read them. I have had a fascination for Vikings since I was 12 and read Sandra Carvalho's books, even though those are Fantasy and Historical Romances. So, last night when I was reading the book, I had to stop for a moment and just let my heart go through all the 'saudade'.
Just for those that don't know, 'saudade' is a Portuguese word. And in this particular case, I'm using the word in a more casual say of saying I miss someone or something, even if I can see that person or thing in the near future... It's not nostalgia, since nostalgia is a sentimental yearning for the happiness of a former place or time, and we can feel 'saudade' for something that might never have happened.
Anyway, in this case, I'm talking about a book and a story.
Like I said in other occasions, I love Sandra Carvalho's books and the first impact that Harper's book gave me was 'saudade' for that other book and story. Which means, Harper's words and storytelling abilities made me emotional.
Because of that unexpected burst of emotion I felt, I decided to go to sleep, and I kept reading this morning. I was calmer and I didn't felt that feeling of 'saudade' again.
Harper St. George has a brilliant way of using words in her storytelling, just like a lot of our authors whose books I have fall in love, that are in the Historical Romance genre. From the brilliant images she created of the first time Eirik saw Merewyn, to all the descriptions that gave the story some very vivid images in my mind.
That's actually how the book starts, with the first time Eirik sees Merewyn and how she ended up being his captive.
Eirik is this strong Viking Warrior, son of a jarl - Jarl Hegard - and he's a great leader, but he also has his demons, nightmares that torture him every night. Merewyn is a Saxon noblewoman, sister of a lord - Lord Alfred - and she's strong-minded, but also kind and loving.
Two characters that made me love the story so much that I couldn't put down the book this morning. Their interactions made me go "WOW", laugh, blush, then cry (because of a particular moment of trust and a secret revealed), then I was blushing and smiling again.
I met a lot of other characters in this book that I love, and I'm happy that they have their own books. And this book was definitely a fantastic start of a series... plus, if you have never read Historical Romances about Vikings, this is an awesome book/series to get you started.
That been said, of course I recommend this book!
There is no doubt in my mind that this is a 5* read.
keribopps's review against another edition
4.0
Well it's safe to say harper st george has done it again! Such an amazing book that had me hooked on the first few chapters.
Enslaved by a viking is book 1 in the viking warriors series. Having only read her outlaws of the wild west series I was intrigued and excited to read her viking series and wasn't disappointed.
Merewyn is an un-married saxons woman living with her brother and sister in law. She is taken captive by Eirik a strong kind hearted viking who Is tortured by his past.
Have to say when he finally reveals to Merewyn his secret from his past it definitely was not what was expecting!
You find out before the big reveal that he is a Virgin and doesn't like to be touched so it keeps you guessing what could off affected him so much in the past to torment him now.
You very slowly start to see the passion between Merewyn ans erirk build and as that does the line between captor and captive give.
He struggles with his growing feelings for Merewyn. He's father hopes for him to become the next hark and would never premit him to marry his slave.
Such a beautiful well written book. She had some hard subjects to write about new the book which could off made or broke the book, but she handled it perfectly.
Look forward to wading the next book in the series.
I recommend this book to anyone who loves saucy viking romances.
Enslaved by a viking is book 1 in the viking warriors series. Having only read her outlaws of the wild west series I was intrigued and excited to read her viking series and wasn't disappointed.
Merewyn is an un-married saxons woman living with her brother and sister in law. She is taken captive by Eirik a strong kind hearted viking who Is tortured by his past.
Have to say when he finally reveals to Merewyn his secret from his past it definitely was not what was expecting!
You find out before the big reveal that he is a Virgin and doesn't like to be touched so it keeps you guessing what could off affected him so much in the past to torment him now.
You very slowly start to see the passion between Merewyn ans erirk build and as that does the line between captor and captive give.
He struggles with his growing feelings for Merewyn. He's father hopes for him to become the next hark and would never premit him to marry his slave.
Such a beautiful well written book. She had some hard subjects to write about new the book which could off made or broke the book, but she handled it perfectly.
Look forward to wading the next book in the series.
I recommend this book to anyone who loves saucy viking romances.
taradwyatt's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this book! A beautifully evocative setting filled with engaging, intriguing characters. The tension between Eirik and Merewyn is enticing, and their chemistry practically leaps off the page. Lush, sensual, and wildly entertaining. I can't wait to read more from this author!
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