Winter by Winter

A Viking pirate queen rises to power in a world of myth and steel. When the enemies of King Ragnar destroy Ladda's village, she'll do anything to lead the survivors to safety—even marry the king himself. But Ragnar and Ladda quickly discover there's more to her role than queen.As she becomes a shield maiden and admiral of the Swanfleet, guiding her ships among Ragnar's, her calling to battle becomes clear. Chosen and blessed by the goddess Skathi, her enemies will fall before her blade. Winter by Winter brings to life Hladgertha, the historical teenage Viking pirate queen, and presents a heroine whose cunning and heart resonate across the centuries.For young adults and adults who enjoy action-packed historical fantasy with strong female leads and Norse mythology.