Avelynn - Hardcover

"A must-read for Diana Gabaldon fans - but also for anyone in the mood to escape into an enchanting, romantic world vividly portrayed by an author with just the right pitch for this type of fiction... Campbell writes about Alrik and Avelynn's star-crossed love affair in a gorgeous, breathless manner that should cement her status as a Canadian author to watch."--The Globe and Mail "Campbell carefully straddles the line between historical romance and historical fiction. The depth of detail, along with an exaustive plot, presents the readers with a protrait of an exceptional woman... an interesting debut for those craving an old-fashioned tale."--Romantic Times "Avelynn is a well-researched, beautifully written tale... I highly recommend Avelynn for a trip into the dark past of the Saxon and Norsemen era."--Romance Reviews Today "Marissa Campbell brings a long-forgotten era splendidly to life in this adventurous and passionate debut."--Susanna Kearsley, New York Times bestselling author "A story full of hope, tragedy, sacrifice, and love. I highly recommend this book if you are looking to get swept away this fall; and if you like books by Susanna Kearsley, you'll want to devour Avelynn."--Hook of a Book "A stimulating new voice in historical fiction is always welcome and I'm anxious for Marissa Campbell's next endeavor. If you love historical adventure with a bit of old world mysticism mixed in, add Avelynn to your next-to-read list."--Romantic Junkies, 4 Blue Ribbons "I loved it!... The descriptions and story and of course the characters were just so perfect in this book. It's a definite must read!"--Night Owl Reviews, "Top Pick" "A charming, elegant, suspenseful tale. The characters are well developed. You, as a reader, truly feel that you get to know each and every person. Let me tell you, some of the characters will make your hair stand on end! Others will make you cheer... I look forward to more by Marissa Campbell."--Book Lovers Paradise "Avelynn is a captivating tale of star-crossed lovers. He is a Viking and she is a Saxon. Their struggle to be together will lead you on an exciting journey through a background filled with rich and detailed description." --Connie Mason, New York Times bestselling author of Viking Warrior "Marissa Campbell's Avelynn is a fast-paced, rollicking historical novel whose irresistible heroine starts out as the willful daughter of a Saxon earl and evolves into a warrior and leader, as fierce as she is passionate." --Barbara Rogan, author of A Dangerous Fiction and Suspicion "A hot-blooded tale of Viking invasion, Saxon valor, and a love that conquers kingdoms. Get ready to be bewitched by the bold, brave Avelynn." --Barbara Kyle, author of The Queen's Exiles

It is 869. For eighteen years, Avelynn, the beautiful and secretly pagan daughter of the Eadlorman of Somerset has lived in an environment of love and acceptance. She hasn't yet found a man to make her heart race, but her father has not pressured her to get married. Until now. With whispers of war threatening their land, her father forces Avelynn into a betrothal with Demas, a man who only covets her wealth and status. The dreaded marriage looming, she turns to her faith, searching for answers in an ancient ritual along the coast, only to find Alrik the Blood-Axe and sixty Viking berserkers have landed. Alrik is unlike any man she has ever known, strong and intriguing. Likewise, he instantly falls for her beauty and courage. The two stumble into a passionate love affair, but it's more than just a greedy suitor who will try to keep them apart. As the Saxons and Vikings go to war, Avelynn and Alrik find themselves caught in the throes of fate. Can they be true to their people as well as to each other?