Michelle Styles schrijft historische romanceverhalen die zich afspelen in een breed scala aan tijdperken, waaronder de Romeinse, Viking-, Regency- en vroege Victoriaanse tijdperken. Haar schrijven wordt gevoed door een diepe waardering voor geschiedenis en romantiek, een passie die in haar jeugd werd aangewakkerd door de ontdekking van klassieke auteurs. Styles richt zich op het creëren van boeiende verhalen die lezers naar verschillende historische locaties transporteren.
Set against a backdrop of political intrigue and cultural conflict, a Viking's secret romance with a Celtic warrior challenges the fragile alliances that hold their worlds together. As their love blossoms, the stakes rise, putting not only their relationship but also the fate of their kingdoms at risk. This gripping tale explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the complexities of love in a time of war.
The two romantic tales included in this book are 'Wicked Pleasures', written by Helen Dickson and 'A Christmas Wedding Wager', written by Michelle Styles.
THE SEA KING'S WARRIOR BRIDE Legendary shield maiden Sayrid Avildottar will marry no man unless he first defeats her in combat. And in powerful sea king Hrolf Eymundsson she has finally met her match. Hrolf might have won her lands - and her body - but can Sayrid welcome a stranger to her bed? The world of fighting is all she knows! But with a husband intent on seducing his new bride perhaps, just this once, Sayrid will discover that surrender can bring the greatest pleasure of all...
TO MARRY A RAKE When heiress Sophie Ravel finds herself in a compromising situation, notorious Richard Crawford, Viscount Bingfield, swoops in and saves her reputation She might have escaped the attentions of one undesirable, but will Richard's protection expose her to even more scandal? Richard curses his impetuousness at offering a betrothal in the heat of the moment He gladly accepts Sophie's terms that their engagement remains a pretence until, quite by chance, he unlocks his shy fiancee's passionate nature. Now nothing will steer him from wedding - then bedding - his blushing bride...
Set against a backdrop of Viking lore, this captivating story unfolds the intense relationship between a fierce princess and a brooding warrior, who start as sworn enemies. As their worlds collide, they must navigate their differences and the challenges of their tumultuous surroundings, leading to unexpected passion and conflict. Themes of loyalty, power, and love intertwine, creating a gripping narrative that explores how opposites can attract in the most dramatic ways.
Dangerous warrior Ivar Gunnarson is a man of deeds, not words. With little time for the ideals of love, Ivar seizes what he wants - and Princess Thyre will not become the exception to his rule! Mysterious and enchanting, Thyre rouses Ivar's desire the moment he lays eyes on her. With Viking factions engaged in a bloody feud, Thyre is yet another captive this hardened warrior conquers - but to be king of Thyre's heart will entail a battle he has never engaged in before
'How delightful to meet you again, Miss Louisa Sibson. ' Jonathon, Lord Chesterholm's eyes bored holes into Louisa Sibson's back. The former fiancee he's thought dead is very much alive... ?
Regency Hattie Wilkinson Meets Her Match / An Ideal Husband? [Paperback] Styles, Michelle
Strangers on the run... now they must wed! Sandulf, youngest of the famed Sigurdsson brothers, is on the trail of the assassin who murdered his family. On his way, he meets Scottish runaway Lady Ceanna, a prickly, wary woman trying to escape a forced marriage. Her beauty and courage make Sandulf realize there may be more at stake than his revenge. As the threat of her family follows them, there's only one way to keep her safe - marriage!
A wounded Viking warrior Must keep his enemies close....
