ROMANCE

The Viking’s Royal Temptation

by Roxy Harper
Harlequin Historical. May 2025. 272p. ISBN 9781335540171. pap. $7.99. HISTORICAL ROMANCE
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DEBUT Thea may be niece to the Emperor of Constantinople, but she prefers being a nurse to being a princess. When Erik, a god-like Varangian guard, seeks out her services, there is an instant attraction, but as members of different worlds it can be nothing more. Though Erik grew up as the son of a Viking chief, he swore off both his status and love after losing his wife and child. As Erik and Thea fight their growing connection, the stakes surrounding their illicit attraction continue to grow as well.
VERDICT Harper makes her debut with this captivating Viking romance. Set during the Macedonian Renaissance, this steamy story of forbidden love will transport readers to another era.
Reviewed by Lauren Hackert , Apr 18, 2025
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