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Shield-Maiden: Under the Dark Moon (The Road to Valhalla Book 5) Kindle Edition

by Melanie Karsak (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,470 ratings
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For Odin’s chosen, all roads lead to Valhalla.

With Gudmund dead, Hervor and Hofund are crowned queen and king of Grund. The pair soon discover that ruling a Viking land is not without difficulty. Enemies from without and within threaten the new rulers. While her dreams are the same, Hervor’s future becomes unclear. The gods have grown silent. Only Skadi whispers to Hervor now, and all her words are warnings. A dark moon is rising. Hervor must learn to rely on her inner strength to protect her family and face the tumultuous path the Norns have woven for her.

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    The Road to Valhalla
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    May 3, 2021
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Enthralling Viking Historical Fiction

From New York Times (2/12/17) bestselling author Melanie Karsak comes a gripping tale of cunning gods, epic battles, and fearless warriors in The Road to Valhalla series. While Odin promises Hervor greatness, she struggles to make her dreams a reality. Cast aside by her family, only Eydis, a thrall with völva magic, believes Hervor is meant for a greater destiny. The pair embarks on an epic journey to make Hervor's dreams a reality. Experience the thrill of battle and the power of love as Hervor defies the odds and proves her worth as a shield-maiden. Shield-Maiden: Under the Howling Moon will transport you to a world of bravery, adventure, and honor. Get swept away by this unforgettable series inspired by the Norse Hervarar Saga. The complete series is now available.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08NQ1BBFQ
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clockpunk Press (May 3, 2021)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 3, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 6092 KB
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  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 734 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
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New York Times and USA Today best-selling historical fantasy author Melanie Karsak is the author of the Celtic Blood series, Steampunk Red Riding Hood, Steampunk Fairy Tales, the Road to Valhalla Series, and other works of fantasy and fiction. The author currently lives in Florida with her husband and two children.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Elizabeth LaFond
5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning
Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2024
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The author has an amazing ability to suck you into the story. You fall in love and feel the characters everything
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spiritmom
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this series!
Reviewed in the United States on March 31, 2024
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The Road to Valhalla series are great adventures! Melanie Karsak is a great storyteller! I couldn't put the books down. If you like stories of Vikings I highly recommend this series and I highly recommend this author!
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4.0 out of 5 stars A fun and absorbing read…
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2022
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I very much enjoyed this ongoing series and of course look forward to the next installation. Family, magic, and legend combined to make a great read. Enjoy!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Devastating Finale
Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2024
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Even though I guessed what was coming this book tore my heart open. I actually cried. You can't not read it if you've made it this far in the series, but prepare yourself, it's brutal.
Lots of little errors: typos, wrong words (debark does not mean to get ON the ship), grammar, etc are distracting but not as bad as some.
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Natalie E Fogiel
5.0 out of 5 stars amazing
Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2024
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I read this series in weeks. Highly recommend and couldn’t put it down. Makes me want to research Norse history
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5.0 out of 5 stars What a story!
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2023
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It took awhile to read all of the Valhalla books, but they're done. They storyline was so well written and spun a wonderful tail of the Shield Madison, Hervor. Each book was very long and I was concerned I would lose interest but nope. Each book held my attention to the end. I'm going to miss reading about the MMC and MFC. It's a long read, but SO worth it!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wiping away tears... this book was worth the wait.
Reviewed in the United States on July 7, 2021
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I honestly am left with my mouth wide open...Melanie is a master, truly. I wish I had a fraction of her talent which is why I love her books so much. I'm sorry to see this series end. This book was definitely worth the wait and all 700+ pages!!!. I dove in & could not stop until it ended (just now)...better have the tissues ready. Basically an entire generation packed into this one. Hervor & Hofund start their family and all the trials & joys run the gambit. It is incredibly heartwarming, with all the cousins and family (biological & chosen) coming together throughout the story, marrying, having their own kids growing up & becoming their own selves...and the heartbreak as well. The thing I love most about this series, is the familial community that it brings. This book will emotionally lift you up & break you down like a rollercoaster. And all I have to say is there always seems to be to a Revna in a crowd. Svafva is hilarious & strong, I love her smart*ss humor, it made me laugh so many times. I have so many thoughts that won't fit here... this book is amazing. In blood & honor!
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awsome
5.0 out of 5 stars Such an epic ending!
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2023
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Did not disappoint! So much action, emotions , loyalty, heartaches, disloyalty, arrogance. Life. Truly a well written journey. Skills, Skol
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good story line,
Reviewed in Canada on July 5, 2021
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Enjoyable read with plots that encourage you to ready the whole series fiction lovers romance and wee history. A +
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Anniemac
5.0 out of 5 stars Bravo! Fitting end to an epic series
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 8, 2021
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Having devoured all of the previous books in the series, this stunning and voluminous conclusion did not let me down. I have read a number of Melanie Karsak’s series but this is my favourite and it is also my favourite Viking series since Bernard Cornwall’s “The Last Kingdom” (Noting that was set in the UK and not Scandinavia) and maybe even tops it. I think it is Hervor’s character that makes the series so very readable, she is strong but also vulnerable at all times. She is a real inspiration with strong values and wise leadership yet also so human struggling with parenting and other issues that we all understand. I think she is a hero for the ages and I love the fact that a relatively little known Icelandic legend was turned into such a story. I will miss this world and all it’s characters who I have grown to know and love. The lyrical style of writing is beautiful to read it sort of flows from page to page. Bravo, a wonderful series and a true female hero for the ages. I am really looking forward to seeing what she does with the next Boudicca series
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Samantha young
5.0 out of 5 stars What an ending?!
Reviewed in Australia on July 3, 2021
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I have enjoyed this series, I find it difficult to follow the characters as some names are quite similar, but otherwise the story is well wtitten. I found myself crying at some moments as the struggle of the character as I found myself invested after the other books. Love this series, highly recommended if you love strong good hearted lead character, vikings and a dash of the Gods.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent series
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 1, 2021
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Loved this series, this final book was great and finished off the series well. Well worth a read
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5.0 out of 5 stars A fitting end to a wonderful series
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 12, 2021
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If you love the Norse gods, and powerful and fiery heroines, you will love this series. I recommend you read them all!
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