Danielle L. Jensen’s latest series set in the Norse-inspired Skaland. Freya, a shield maiden, tried to escape her fate as a king-maker but forced to serve when betrayed by her husband. Torn between protecting her family from the wrath of her new husband and her growing affection for his son, Freya must decide if she truly can be the master of her own fate.

From Kendare Blake comes a new story of a warrior charged with creating heroes. Reed has trained for eight years to become an Aristene, a creator of heroes. Now comes her final test: bring her first hero to glory. Is she up to the task that fate has in store for her or will she choose a path of her own making?

Review of Jennifer Saint’s debut novel