"The Seducer" by Jianne Carlo

Title: The Seducer
Author: Jianne Carlo
Publisher: Etopia Press
Sub-Genre: Historical Romance
Length: 87 pages
Heat Rating: Erotic
Rating: 5 Cups

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Blurb:
How can she trust her heart to a man known as the Seducer?

Elaina’s step-uncle, Eógan, has murdered her father and usurped his crown. Desperate to save herself and her younger sisters, Elaina, the concubine’s daughter, takes the girls and vanishes from the world. But when she's discovered by the tall, brash Viking known as the Seducer, he’s determined to make the unwilling woman his own. Even if it involves blackmail: Elaina’s hand for his silence.

Angry at being discovered and desperate to protect her sisters, Elaina agrees to marry Jarvik after he threatens to reveal her identity. She bids him to make haste and slake his lust, but Jarvik will accept naught but Elaina’s full passion. Their joining is explosive and magical, but how can Elaina trust a man called the Seducer? And even if he proves as good as his word, will the political maneuvering of rival kings force Jarvik to relinquish his new wife to the very man who wants her dead?


Emma's Review:

Jarvik is the last brother to find his mate in Jianne Carlo's Viking Warriors series. Known as The Seducer, Jarvik is a strong and sensual man. Elaina is his match in every way. Her sexuality is well hidden but clearly there. I loved the plot for this story. It has all scorching sex that we have come to expect from this series as well as a creative and intriguing storyline. We are reunited with all the brothers and their families. The loyalty and love amongst them is so appealing. It's also wonderful to experience the smouldering chemistry that still exists between the men and their wives even after the passage of time.The story wouldn't be complete without intrigue, schemes and a near death experience. Humor and true affection tie this family together and I can't remember the last time so enjoyed the final book in a series. The kids are great fun and it is a very poignant moment when the women stand to together to make a powerful statement to Elaina. This is one passionate and exciting series and I highly recommend starting at the beginning and experiencing the entire saga. If you love those Vikings, don't miss these fantastic stories.


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"The Destroyer" by Jianne Carlo

Title: The Destroyer
Author: Jianne Carlo
Publisher: Etopia Press
Sub-Genre: Historical Romance
Length: 97 pages
Heat Rating: Erotic
Rating: 4.5 Cups

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Blurb:
To Viking warrior Magnus, marriage is naught but a contract, a bargain between men for land and title. Lust, love—he scorns such notions as weak and unmanly. But three days before he’s to wed a highland princess, he falls into the maelstrom of a maid’s startled eyes. Their passionate tryst has him rethinking his notions, and he struggles to find a way to keep the beguiling Deidra while honoring the marriage contract he’s arranged with the father of his betrothed.

Deidra cannot take a walk in the forest without finding a wounded dove. Devoted to her menagerie of injured bears, peacocks, and wolves, she vows to disobey her Da when he betroths her to the Norse warrior known as the Destroyer. Until, disguised as a maid, she’s rescued from a would-be rapist by the Destroyer himself. How can any call him ugly or cruel? For he treats her as if she is made of spun glass, and teaches her the magikal pleasures of the flesh.

But Magnus is furious when he learns the woman he’s fallen so deeply for is none other than his betrothed. For there’s nothing he despises more than a deceitful female...except, perhaps, two of them...


Emma's Review:
Magnus is on his way to meet his betrothed when he saves a maid from a lecherous attack. He's beguiled by the woman but destined for another. Deidre has no wish to marry the man known as 'The Destroyer'. She is drawn to forest and its creatures. To avoid the marriage she dons a disguise and leaves the safety of her family. Rescued by a huge scarred warrior, Deidre is drawn in by his sensuality and gentleness. But now she fears what will happen when the warrior discovers that she is his bride.

Despite it's ominous title The Destroyer, this is fun, fanciful and sexy read. I love Magnus and found his vulnerability concerning his size and scars very endearing. I'm not sure I've ever taken to a character as quickly and completely as I did to Deidre/Daisy. Without a lick of caution or guile, she's just a breath of fresh air. And while the entire story is much more fantasy than fact, it is delightfully entertaining. Raw sensuality jumps from the pages when Magnus and Deidre come together. The animal scenes are sweet and add a touch of humor. I highly recommend the entire series and I do hope there are more stories to come. (Fiona could really use a man).

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"The Peacemaker (Viking Warriors Book 3)" by Jianne Carlo

Title: The Peacemaker(Viking Warriors Book 3)
Author: Jianne Carlo
Publisher: Etopia Press
Sub-Genre: Historical Romance
Length: 83 pages
Heat Rating: Erotic
Rating: 4 Cups

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Blurb:
Can the Peacemaker tame a warrior bride?

When Njal the Peacemaker meets his bride-to-be, she’s dressed in breeches, flaunting a crossbow, and covered in boar’s blood. What he needs is a woman skilled with words, a woman with exquisite manners, a cunning woman capable of maneuvering the political intrigue of a king’s court. Not this rough country lass whose skill with a crossbow rivals his.

Bettina has no desire to wed a peacemaker. She needs a Viking warrior who’ll strike fear into the hearts of her enemies, a man of strength who can thwart her step-uncle’s theft of her castle’s treasures. But Nyal the Peacemaker wields words, not weapons—until their wedding night proves he’s also a man of passion. Neither can resist the heat of their coupling, but can a man who values peace be enough for a warrior bride?


Emma's Review:
Njal is known as the Peacemaker, renowned for his diplomatic skill. Bettina is warrior woman bent on seeking vengeance. When the two meet, it's a less than auspicious occasion. They are forced to marry and try to forge an understanding. Neither is what the other wanted, but ultimately, they find a passion neither knew existed.

I love this series. I'm a big fan of erotic historical romance and this author is one of the reasons why. Bettina is an awesome character and while Njal is a bit stuffy, I learned to appreciate his finer qualities. There's plenty of steamy sex, but Bettina and Njal work well outside the bedroom too. The dialogue and setting lend the 'Viking' to this story. This is entertaining and saucy read. I've enjoyed watching the brothers meet their matches and can't wait for the next one.

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