WARLORD & Giveaway

Warlord

by Miriam Newman

 

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GENRE: Historical Fantasy Romance

 

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BLURB: 

 

Ganina is a young girl with love to give, but giving it may cost her life.

 

 

   

Given to a famous old warlord to seal a treaty between two tribes, Ganina is a young girl with love to give. But Atulfa is old enough to be her grandfather. Then Atulfa and his oldest son die under mysterious circumstances and it is rumored that a younger son, Senec, has arranged their deaths.

   

Left without the old man’s protection, Ganina is fodder for the vicious torment of his other wives. She has no choice but to cast her lot with Senec.

   

Whatever he is, he is the new warlord and she is now at his mercy.

 

 

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EXCERPTS:

 

 

The archer of interest rounded the corner of the building at Trelgar’s call and Senec suppressed a smile, understanding at once why he had been accorded the honor of a private meeting with the tribal leader. This chieftain who knew his father-in-law was not even being subtle. Trelgar wanted an alliance without losing any of his men. A woman, on the other hand...well, that might be possible.

 

“My daughter,” he introduced the tall, lissome girl. “This is Astera. She is our middle jewel.”

 

A middle child, neither the expected first nor the favored youngest. This one was a bargaining chip, but jewel was not too strong a descriptor. Senec viewed her with total respect. She was not beautiful as Ganina was...she was a warrior. Tall, dark haired with a striking profile under strong brows...feminine, but the gods, she was impressive. Soft deerskin clung to every curve while boots that reached above the knee accentuated her length of leg. Her smile was surprisingly warm and gracious...she was a goddess who could be thawed, that smile said...and in no way obsequious. She was looking at him every bit as boldly as he was at her. This was not a compliant creature with Ganina’s sweetness. Astera was a woman to bed if he could, but she would not be easy.

 

“You two are young,” Trelgar dismissed himself. “Go and shoot for pleasure if you like. I have had enough for one day.”

 

“It is a glorious day for pleasure,” Astera agreed. She carried two bows, one over each shoulder. “Will you come?”

 

 

 

 

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AUTHOR Bio and Links:

 

Fantasy poetry driven by myths and legends has been my passion for as long as I can remember. I was published in poetry before catching the romance writing bug. I bring that background to my writing along with a lifelong addiction to horses, an 18 year career in various areas of psychiatric social services and many trips to Ireland, where I nurture my muse. My published works range from contemporary fantasy romance to fantasy historical, futuristic, science fiction and historical romance. Currently I live in rural Pennsylvania with a “motley crew” of rescue animals. You can see my books at www.miriamnewman.com.

 

Amazon Buy Link: https://www.amazon.com/Warlord-Miriam-Newman-ebook/dp/B088P8N6TB/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1

 

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