Warriors Of The Dragon Banner Series by Helen Kirkman

Wessex, the last English kingdom to resist the raging Viking storm…... Those defending the land had pledged their loyalty to the new king - and in their hands lay the fate of a nation. Though English by blood, Ash had been raised among Vikings, and was driven beyond reason to prove his allegiance to king and country, only to find himself left for dead by an English traitor. The Lady Gemma risked all to rescue the mysterious Ash... moreWessex, the last English kingdom to resist the raging Viking storm…... Those defending the land had pledged their loyalty to the new king - and in their hands lay the fate of a nation. Though English by blood, Ash had been raised among Vikings, and was driven beyond reason to prove his allegiance to king and country, only to find himself left for dead by an English traitor. The Lady Gemma risked all to rescue the mysterious Ash. But though the wounded stranger consorted easily with the enemy, she could not fear him. And as the growing danger surrounded them, Ash would prove to be a man with the courage to risk not only life, but honor to save Gemma and earn her love! less

A courage to defy the Viking storm -- and a love to challenge destiny Brutally kidnapped by the Danes, Lady Elene was robbed of hope and future. In her desperate bid to escape, she finds temporary safety with Berg, an exiled warrior whose barbarian splendor clashes with the dark mysteries of his lost past . . . a past inexorably linked to her own shattered dreams. His kingdom destroyed, Berg is unaware that the happiness stolen from him by war is once again within reach... moreA courage to defy the Viking storm -- and a love to challenge destiny Brutally kidnapped by the Danes, Lady Elene was robbed of hope and future. In her desperate bid to escape, she finds temporary safety with Berg, an exiled warrior whose barbarian splendor clashes with the dark mysteries of his lost past . . . a past inexorably linked to her own shattered dreams. His kingdom destroyed, Berg is unaware that the happiness stolen from him by war is once again within reach. Somehow the lovely, fearless Elene rekindles the fires of eternal hope. But as a treacherous enemy relentlessly pursues him, Berg must risk all to claim the destiny his heart demands. less

Forced to watch while Vikings laid waste her lands in East Anglia, Princess Judith seeks shelter in the only kingdom left unconquered -- the court of King Alfred of Wessex. But while men may fight the invaders openly with sword and shield, Judith must seek her own vengeance -- even if that means seducing a dangerous stranger to achieve it... moreForced to watch while Vikings laid waste her lands in East Anglia, Princess Judith seeks shelter in the only kingdom left unconquered -- the court of King Alfred of Wessex. But while men may fight the invaders openly with sword and shield, Judith must seek her own vengeance -- even if that means seducing a dangerous stranger to achieve it.... Einhard of Frisia owns a fleet of ships that could win the war, but "his" agenda calls for a more personal vendetta against an enemy who holds his only son. Yet fair Judith's pride and passion call to him, and he yearns to champion her cause, though doing so may mean he must sacrifice his own.... less

The ethereal Lady Aurinia lived in danger from the powerful who would use her for their own ends... moreThe ethereal Lady Aurinia lived in danger from the powerful who would use her for their own ends. And yet she freely aided those in need, even knowing that love was forever denied her Powerful in ways unspoken, the warrior Macsen had breached the mystical defenses surrounding Lady Aurinia's ancient hall, for desperation drove him to seek the help of her healing hands--and her open heart But could the bond they'd formed--fine as gossamer, strong as steel--withstand the firestorm of a marauding Viking horde? less

A princess of defeated Mercia, Rosamund had lost all hope of a future, until she stumbled across a chained Mercian prisoner. Drawn by Boda's brutal strength and the defiance in his closed fist, she impulsively wagered her safety for his and won him from their Viking captors. But Rosamund's risk is great. For just as Boda's loyalties may not be all they seem, she too, is not what she pretends to be... moreA princess of defeated Mercia, Rosamund had lost all hope of a future, until she stumbled across a chained Mercian prisoner. Drawn by Boda's brutal strength and the defiance in his closed fist, she impulsively wagered her safety for his and won him from their Viking captors. But Rosamund's risk is great. For just as Boda's loyalties may not be all they seem, she too, is not what she pretends to be. And though she yearns to trust his honor and lean upon his strength, the scars of war run deep, and betrayal may be the price of love.... less