Sons of Britain Series by Mia West

Eighteen-year-old Arthur burns for two things: a warrior’s ink, and Bedwyr, his older brother’s friend and shield-mate. Though the warlord’s son is beyond his reach, a Saxon incursion finally brings Arthur’s chance at the tattoo that will brand him a fighter. But when he abandons his training in the heat of battle, his reckless ambition costs Bedwyr his sword hand. Once, Bedwyr trusted in two things: he was a warrior, and the presumed heir of Uthyr ap Emrys... moreEighteen-year-old Arthur burns for two things: a warrior’s ink, and Bedwyr, his older brother’s friend and shield-mate. Though the warlord’s son is beyond his reach, a Saxon incursion finally brings Arthur’s chance at the tattoo that will brand him a fighter. But when he abandons his training in the heat of battle, his reckless ambition costs Bedwyr his sword hand. Once, Bedwyr trusted in two things: he was a warrior, and the presumed heir of Uthyr ap Emrys. Now, reeling from injury and banished by his father, he’s lost everything. The last person he can face is the cub who ignited his disastrous instinct to protect, especially when he arrives with Bedwyr’s armor and a dangerously hopeful scheme to restore him to his rightful place. MARKED BY FIRE is the 1st book (28,000 words) of SONS OF BRITAIN, a fresh, dark, sexy retelling of Arthurian legend: 1. Marked by Fire 2. Etched in Stone 3. Bound by Blood Content Note: Includes depictions of violence in battle settings. SONS OF BRITAIN series They’re a long way from legendary. Amid the volatility of 6th-century Britain, Arthur and Bedwyr are just two young men, born to fight and bound to their warlord by blood and oath. But when fierce hearts collide, loyalties can shift, creating bonds far stronger—and ideas far riskier—than their world may be ready for. SONS OF BRITAIN is the second series of the STORM’S EDGE saga. less

When two warriors collide in secret, no legend is set in stone.Eighteen-year-old Arthur burns for two a warrior’s ink, and Bedwyr, his older brother’s shieldmate.Though the warlord’s son is beyond his reach, a Saxon incursion finally brings Arthur’s chance at the tattoo that will brand him a fighter.But when he abandons his training in the heat of battle, his reckless ambition costs Bedwyr his sword hand.+Once, Bedwyr trusted in two he was a warrior, and the presumed heir of Uthyr... moreWhen two warriors collide in secret, no legend is set in stone.Eighteen-year-old Arthur burns for two a warrior’s ink, and Bedwyr, his older brother’s shieldmate.Though the warlord’s son is beyond his reach, a Saxon incursion finally brings Arthur’s chance at the tattoo that will brand him a fighter.But when he abandons his training in the heat of battle, his reckless ambition costs Bedwyr his sword hand.+Once, Bedwyr trusted in two he was a warrior, and the presumed heir of Uthyr.Now, reeling from injury and sent away by his father, he’s lost everything. The last person he wants to see is the cub who ignited his disastrous instinct to protect.Especially when he arrives with Bedwyr’s armor and a dangerously hopeful scheme to restore him to his rightful place.+MARKED BY FIRE is the 1st novel of the SONS OF BRITAIN series. forced proximity, hurt/comfort, older brother’s best friend, virgin heroContent violence, graphic injury/treatment, death (battle context) less

After their first summer as shieldmates, Arthur and Bedwyr finally find a private moment to explore the attraction that’s been building for months. But the arrival of a stranger changes everything. Ordered by his father to guard the newcomer, Bedwyr buckles down for weeks of frustration. Issued a challenge by Uthyr that pits him against his brother, Arthur discovers a chance to protect Bedwyr’s future – as long as he’s willing to do the unthinkable... moreAfter their first summer as shieldmates, Arthur and Bedwyr finally find a private moment to explore the attraction that’s been building for months. But the arrival of a stranger changes everything. Ordered by his father to guard the newcomer, Bedwyr buckles down for weeks of frustration. Issued a challenge by Uthyr that pits him against his brother, Arthur discovers a chance to protect Bedwyr’s future – as long as he’s willing to do the unthinkable. ETCHED IN STONE is the 2nd book (25,000 words) of SONS OF BRITAIN, a fresh, dark, sexy retelling of Arthurian legend: 1. Marked by Fire 2. Etched in Stone 3. Bound by Blood SONS OF BRITAIN series They’re a long way from legendary. Amid the volatility of 6th-century Britain, Arthur and Bedwyr are just two young men, born to fight and bound to their warlord by blood and oath. But when fierce hearts collide, loyalties can shift, creating bonds far stronger—and ideas far riskier—than their world may be ready for. SONS OF BRITAIN is the second series of the STORM’S EDGE saga. less

After their first summer as shieldmates, Arthur and Bedwyr finally find a private moment to explore the attraction that’s been building for months. But the arrival of a stranger changes everything. Issued a challenge by Uthyr that pits him against his brother, Arthur discovers a chance to protect Bedwyr’s future. If Arthur is willing to do the unthinkable, the bond he and Bed share will be tested as much by blood as by the unspoken truths in their hearts... moreAfter their first summer as shieldmates, Arthur and Bedwyr finally find a private moment to explore the attraction that’s been building for months. But the arrival of a stranger changes everything. Issued a challenge by Uthyr that pits him against his brother, Arthur discovers a chance to protect Bedwyr’s future. If Arthur is willing to do the unthinkable, the bond he and Bed share will be tested as much by blood as by the unspoken truths in their hearts. BOUND BY BLOOD is the 2nd novel (52,000 wds) of the SONS OF BRITAIN series. Edition Note: This story was originally published in 2016 as two novellas, ETCHED IN STONE and BOUND BY BLOOD. The author has combined and lightly expanded these works for republication as a novel. SONS OF BRITAIN series They’re a long way from legendary. Amid the volatility of 6th-century Britain, Arthur and Bedwyr are just two young men, born to fight and bound to their warlord by blood and oath. But when fierce hearts collide, loyalties can shift, creating bonds far stronger—and ideas far riskier—than their world may be ready for. SONS OF BRITAIN is the second series of the STORM’S EDGE saga. less

He’ll do anything for the man he loves.Even the unthinkable.Bedwyr has everything he could want. He’s come back from a devastating injury, and he’s a warrior again, regaining his father’s respect battle by successful battle.Best of he has Arthur. When they aren’t fighting effortlessly side by side, they’re making the most of every secret nook and shadow in the village to celebrate their victories... moreHe’ll do anything for the man he loves.Even the unthinkable.Bedwyr has everything he could want. He’s come back from a devastating injury, and he’s a warrior again, regaining his father’s respect battle by successful battle.Best of he has Arthur. When they aren’t fighting effortlessly side by side, they’re making the most of every secret nook and shadow in the village to celebrate their victories.And if Cai, his former shieldmate and Arthur’s brother, doesn’t understand the bond Bedwyr now shares with his cub…What Cai doesn’t know can’t harm them.+Arthur’s been careful—mostly—but when Uthyr summons him one morning, Arthur is certain he and Bed have been found out. Instead, the warlord issues Arthur a challenge that pits him against Cai.The Uthyr’s house.Seizing an opportunity to secure Bedwyr’s future, Arthur comes up with a strategy. One that’s bold, daring,…and a little bit insane. But it just might throw Cai off their scent.If it doesn’t get Arthur banished first.+ secret relationship, sibling rivalryContent violence, homophobia, misgendering of trans character less

As Arthur and Bedwyr prepare for a big day, they can think of little else than the night that awaits them once they bolt the door. But when Uthyr thwarts their plans, the bond Arthur and Bed share will be tested as much by blood as by the unspoken truths in their hearts. BOUND BY BLOOD is the 3rd book (25,000 words) of SONS OF BRITAIN, a fresh, dark, sexy retelling of Arthurian legend: 1. Marked by Fire 2. Etched in Stone 3... moreAs Arthur and Bedwyr prepare for a big day, they can think of little else than the night that awaits them once they bolt the door. But when Uthyr thwarts their plans, the bond Arthur and Bed share will be tested as much by blood as by the unspoken truths in their hearts. BOUND BY BLOOD is the 3rd book (25,000 words) of SONS OF BRITAIN, a fresh, dark, sexy retelling of Arthurian legend: 1. Marked by Fire 2. Etched in Stone 3. Bound by Blood SONS OF BRITAIN series They’re a long way from legendary. Amid the volatility of 6th-century Britain, Arthur and Bedwyr are just two young men, born to fight and bound to their warlord by blood and oath. But when fierce hearts collide, loyalties can shift, creating bonds far stronger—and ideas far riskier—than their world may be ready for. SONS OF BRITAIN is the second series of the STORM’S EDGE saga. less

A warlord’s daughter has responsibilities. No one knows that better than Gwen, only daughter and political pawn of her father, Uthyr. But with her husband banished and her brother gone after him, Gwen isn’t leaving her fate in Uthyr’s hands one moment longer. She needs someone she can trust. Luckily, her lover Elain is the most courageous, loyal, honest woman she knows... moreA warlord’s daughter has responsibilities. No one knows that better than Gwen, only daughter and political pawn of her father, Uthyr. But with her husband banished and her brother gone after him, Gwen isn’t leaving her fate in Uthyr’s hands one moment longer. She needs someone she can trust. Luckily, her lover Elain is the most courageous, loyal, honest woman she knows. Elain has a secret, and helping Gwen run away will only bring them closer to exposing the truth: that Elain too is the daughter of a powerful warlord—and his only heir. Now her best chance to give Gwen a secure future is to reclaim her birthright. But doing so would mean confronting the father she fled years ago. Meanwhile, Arthur’s restlessness amid the tedium of a winter border camp draws Bedwyr into risks that could inspire men to swear their swords…or destroy the tenuous alliances holding the Saxons at bay. DRIVEN BY DUTY is the 3rd novel of the SONS OF BRITAIN series, featuring four people whose unconventional bonds will forge the core of a legendary war band… …and introducing a fifth, whose arrival will change the course of everything. * Note: This book includes instances of deadnaming of its transgender heroine, Elain. Readers sensitive to this act may find more information on the book’s page at the author’s website. * SONS OF BRITAIN series They’re a long way from legendary. Amid the volatility of 6th-century Britain, Arthur and Bedwyr are just two young men, born to fight and bound to their warlord by blood and oath. But when fierce hearts collide, loyalties can shift, creating bonds far stronger—and ideas far riskier—than their world may be ready for. SONS OF BRITAIN is the second series of the STORM’S EDGE saga. less

A woman’s place is with those she’s willing to fight for…A warlord’s daughter has responsibilities. No one knows that better than Gwen, only daughter and political pawn of her father, Uthyr.But with her husband banished and her brother gone after him, Gwen isn’t leaving her fate in Uthyr’s hands one moment longer. She has a plan and needs an accomplice she can trust.Luckily, her lover Elain is the most courageous, loyal, honest woman she knows... moreA woman’s place is with those she’s willing to fight for…A warlord’s daughter has responsibilities. No one knows that better than Gwen, only daughter and political pawn of her father, Uthyr.But with her husband banished and her brother gone after him, Gwen isn’t leaving her fate in Uthyr’s hands one moment longer. She has a plan and needs an accomplice she can trust.Luckily, her lover Elain is the most courageous, loyal, honest woman she knows.+Elain has a secret, and helping Gwen run away will only bring them closer to exposing the that Elain too is the daughter of a powerful warlord—and his only heir.Now her best chance to give Gwen a secure future is to reclaim her birthright. But doing so would mean confronting the father she fled years ago.And risking the fragile bonds of the new family she’s only just found.+Meanwhile, Arthur’s restlessness amid the tedium of a winter border camp draws Bedwyr into risks that could inspire men to swear their swords…or destroy the tenuous alliances holding the Saxons at bay.Driven by Duty is the 3rd novel of the Sons of Britain series, featuring four people whose unconventional bonds will forge the core of a legendary war band……and introducing a fifth, whose arrival will change the course of everything.+ on the run, bodyguard/charge, secret past, found family, surprise pregnancyContent misgendering & deadnaming of a transgender character, killing (self-defense), pregnancy & childbirth less

an alternate cover edition can be found hereGawain has earned his place in Arthur’s small gang of warriors with a bold agility that pays in their secret missions against the Saxons. Capturing the heart of a certain mercenary has been the hawk’s only failure. “Try again in seven years,” Palahmed said. As if Gawain had nothing better to do than mark the hours. He has plenty of things to do, and waiting for any man—even one as tall, dark, and miserable as Palahmed—isn’t one of them... morean alternate cover edition can be found hereGawain has earned his place in Arthur’s small gang of warriors with a bold agility that pays in their secret missions against the Saxons. Capturing the heart of a certain mercenary has been the hawk’s only failure. “Try again in seven years,” Palahmed said. As if Gawain had nothing better to do than mark the hours. He has plenty of things to do, and waiting for any man—even one as tall, dark, and miserable as Palahmed—isn’t one of them. Not that he’s above showing the sell-sword what he’s missing. Six and a half years ago, Palahmed threw down the stupidest challenge of his life, and he’s regretted it every day since. He wasn’t wrong to do it; his history with younger men has been a disastrous journey, pierced through with guilt and shame. And Gawain is young—and cocksure and beautiful and entirely infuriating. Every time the hawk slips into enemy territory, Palahmed must shore up his inner defenses or lose his mind to worry. But every stronghold has a weak point. When an unexpected mission threatens to set Gawain on a collision course with the brutal father he escaped, Palahmed can’t help but swear his sword to back him. Gawain must agree or appear a coward, even as Palahmed braces himself to get closer than ever to the one man who could bring his fortress crashing down. Amid the cold, harsh beauty of Britain’s far north, the two will have to face the truth unspoken between them, or neither will survive to tell the tale. TEMPTED BY RUIN is the 4th novel of SONS OF BRITAIN, a fresh, dark, sexy retelling of Arthurian legend. Content Notes: This book includes mentions and/or descriptions of violence (physical & verbal), animal cruelty (attempted drowning), an intimate situation involving an adolescent and an adult (witnessed by a main character), murder, attempted murder, and killing in self-defense. Readers with specific questions are encouraged to contact the author: mia at miawest dot com. SONS OF BRITAIN series They’re a long way from legendary. Amid the volatility of 6th-century Britain, Arthur and Bedwyr are just two young men, born to fight and bound to their warlord by blood and oath. But when fierce hearts collide, loyalties can shift, creating bonds far stronger—and ideas far riskier—than their world may be ready for. less

It’s hard to be a ruthless mercenary when the man who owns your heart won't stop risking his neck…Gawain has earned his place in Arthur’s small gang of warriors with a bold agility that pays in their secret missions against the Saxons. Capturing the heart of a certain mercenary has been the hawk’s only failure.“Try again in seven years,” Palahmed said. As if Gawain had nothing better to do than mark the hours... moreIt’s hard to be a ruthless mercenary when the man who owns your heart won't stop risking his neck…Gawain has earned his place in Arthur’s small gang of warriors with a bold agility that pays in their secret missions against the Saxons. Capturing the heart of a certain mercenary has been the hawk’s only failure.“Try again in seven years,” Palahmed said. As if Gawain had nothing better to do than mark the hours. He has plenty of things to do, and waiting for any man—even one as tall, dark, and miserable as Palahmed—isn’t one of them.Not that he’s above showing the sell-sword what he’s missing.+Six and a half years ago, Palahmed threw down the stupidest challenge of his life, and he’s regretted it every day since. He wasn’t wrong to do it; his history with younger men has been a disastrous journey, pierced through with guilt and shame.And Gawain is young—and cocksure and beautiful and entirely infuriating. Every time the hawk slips into enemy territory, Palahmed must shore up his inner defenses or lose his mind to worry.But every stronghold has a weak point.+When an unexpected mission threatens to set Gawain on a collision course with the brutal father he escaped, Palahmed can’t help but swear his sword to back him. Gawain must agree or appear a coward, even as Palahmed braces himself to get closer than ever to the one man who could bring his fortress crashing down.Amid the cold, harsh beauty of Britain’s far north, the two will have to face the truth unspoken between them, or neither will survive to tell the tale.+ age gap, brooding older hero, forced proximityContent violence (physical & verbal), animal cruelty (attempted drowning), an intimate situation involving an adolescent and an adult (witnessed by a main character), murder, attempted murder, and killing in self-defense less

A restless rogue. A virgin with a secret. Sometimes fate demands a little shift in perspective… Safir has a life most men would kill for. Adventure! Glory! A different partner in his bed every night! ...Until his coin runs out. Which happens with alarming regularity. But he’s not the sort of fellow to save for the future. Especially if it’s unlikely to involve the proud but shy giant he’s never managed to seduce... moreA restless rogue. A virgin with a secret. Sometimes fate demands a little shift in perspective… Safir has a life most men would kill for. Adventure! Glory! A different partner in his bed every night! ...Until his coin runs out. Which happens with alarming regularity. But he’s not the sort of fellow to save for the future. Especially if it’s unlikely to involve the proud but shy giant he’s never managed to seduce. Nearly broke and with a long winter stretching before him, Safir’s only amusement is collecting trinkets for the clever magpie that visits his chamber each night. + Morien has a plan most men would laugh at. He wants a peach orchard, and he’s willing to wait for a man who can give him one. Which, granted, hasn’t happened yet. But he’s not the sort to give up his dream—or his virginity—for just anyone. Especially a charming rogue of a sell-sword who thinks only of the present moment. No matter how many shiny baubles the scoundrel might bestow upon him. + But when he finds himself stranded at a remote farm with Arthur's men, Morien realizes that tempting Safir with his virtue might be his best chance of hiding his other secret. The one whose exposure could endanger his kind, challenge Arthur’s bond with Bedwyr as nothing else has, and scatter the men of their inner circle like seeds before a storm… …or drive them ever closer to a destiny written in the stars. CHARMED BY MISCHIEF is the 5th novel of SONS OF BRITAIN, a fresh, dark, sexy retelling of Arthurian legend. Content Notes: This book includes descriptions of battle violence, and a main character’s memory of an intimate situation between his adolescent self and an adult. Readers with specific questions are encouraged to contact the author: mia at miawest dot com. SONS OF BRITAIN series They’re a long way from legendary. Amid the volatility of 6th-century Britain, Arthur and Bedwyr are just two young men, born to fight and bound to their warlord by blood and oath. But when fierce hearts collide, loyalties can shift, creating bonds far stronger—and ideas far riskier—than their world may be ready for. less

A restless rogue. A virgin with a secret.Sometimes fate demands a little shift in perspective…Safir has a life most men would kill for. Adventure! Glory! A different partner in his bed every night! …Until his coin runs out.Which happens with alarming regularity.But he’s not the sort of fellow to save for the future. Especially if it’s unlikely to involve the proud but shy giant he’s never managed to seduce... moreA restless rogue. A virgin with a secret.Sometimes fate demands a little shift in perspective…Safir has a life most men would kill for. Adventure! Glory! A different partner in his bed every night! …Until his coin runs out.Which happens with alarming regularity.But he’s not the sort of fellow to save for the future. Especially if it’s unlikely to involve the proud but shy giant he’s never managed to seduce.Nearly broke and with a long winter stretching before him, Safir’s only amusement is collecting trinkets for the clever magpie that visits his chamber each night.+Morien isn’t the sort to give up his dreams—or his virginity—for just anyone. Especially a charming rogue of a sell-sword who thinks only of the present moment.No matter how many shiny baubles the scoundrel might bestow upon him.But when he finds himself stranded at a remote farm with Arthur’s band of warriors, Morien realizes that tempting Safir with his virtue might be his best chance of hiding his other secret.The one whose exposure could endanger his kind, challenge Arthur’s bond with Bedwyr as nothing else has, and scatter the men of their inner circle like seeds before a storm……or drive them ever closer to a destiny written in the stars.+ rogue/virgin, love lessons, secret identityContent battle violence, and a main character’s memory of an intimate situation between his adolescent self and an adult. less

A wolf on the run from his demons. The one man who can tame his wounded heart. None of it was Cai’s fault. Or so he's told himself for years. Only, it no longer holds the scent of truth.With guilt nipping at his heels, Cai flees as far north as he can. By the time he stumbles into a barbarian hunting camp, he’s nothing but fur and bones and a death wish... moreA wolf on the run from his demons. The one man who can tame his wounded heart. None of it was Cai’s fault. Or so he's told himself for years. Only, it no longer holds the scent of truth.With guilt nipping at his heels, Cai flees as far north as he can. By the time he stumbles into a barbarian hunting camp, he’s nothing but fur and bones and a death wish.It's just his luck that among the strangers are a small girl with strength to spare and a man whose sure hand sparks an unsettling instinct to obey.+Raised by a brutal despot, Agravain is determined to be a better father to his daughter. He has enough problems without adding this pathetic excuse for a wild wolf to his burdens.But he doesn’t count on his lass’s quick attachment to the beast, nor how helping the wolf mend eases the loneliness of their island home.And he can’t explain at all why the creature seems to understand him better than anyone else.+Meanwhile, a surprise visitor to Arthur’s shifter compound could corner him into finally accepting a few truths that have dogged him for over a decade.HOUNDED BY FATE is the 6th novel of the SONS OF BRITAIN series.Tropes: on the run, secret identity, alpha/omega, found family, redemptionContent Notes: killing in defense of self and others, injury, intimacy in shifted forms, terminal illness (secondary character), suicidal thoughts, mention of murder, mention of infanticide by drowning, mention of past partner/parent death less

A wolf on the run from his demons.The one man who can tame his wounded heart.None of it was Cai’s fault. Or so he’s told himself for years. Only, it no longer holds the scent of truth.With guilt nipping at his heels, Cai flees as far north as he can. By the time he stumbles into a barbarian hunting camp, he’s nothing but fur and bones and a death wish... moreA wolf on the run from his demons.The one man who can tame his wounded heart.None of it was Cai’s fault. Or so he’s told himself for years. Only, it no longer holds the scent of truth.With guilt nipping at his heels, Cai flees as far north as he can. By the time he stumbles into a barbarian hunting camp, he’s nothing but fur and bones and a death wish.It’s just his luck that among the strangers are a small girl with strength to spare and a man whose sure hand sparks an unsettling instinct to obey.+Raised by a brutal despot, Agravain is determined to be a better father to his daughter. He has enough problems without adding this pathetic excuse for a wild wolf to his burdens.But he doesn’t count on his lass’s quick attachment to the beast, nor how helping the wolf mend eases the loneliness of their island home.And he can’t explain at all why the creature seems to understand him better than anyone else.+Meanwhile, a surprise visitor to Arthur’s shifter compound could corner him into finally accepting a few truths that have dogged him for over a decade.+ on the run, secret identity, alpha/omega, found family, redemptionContent killing in defense of self and others, injury, intimacy in shifted forms, terminal illness (secondary character), suicidal thoughts, mention of murder, mention of infanticide by drowning, mention of past partner/parent death less

The scent of destiny is a powerful lure. Can the chosen come to his senses before it’s too late? When Arthur is called to unite the forces of Cymru to halt Saxon incursions for good, he has his doubts. But with each successive victory—and the help of a surprising ally—his confidence grows.Soon, he’s begun to believe what they’re saying about under his leadership, Cymru could be stronger than it’s ever been... moreThe scent of destiny is a powerful lure. Can the chosen come to his senses before it’s too late? When Arthur is called to unite the forces of Cymru to halt Saxon incursions for good, he has his doubts. But with each successive victory—and the help of a surprising ally—his confidence grows.Soon, he’s begun to believe what they’re saying about under his leadership, Cymru could be stronger than it’s ever been.But a bear’s den is only as sturdy as its weakest wall, and cracks are forming in Arthur’s own bed chamber.~Bedwyr has spent his adult life shielding Arthur. Sometimes protecting the man from his own glory-seeking impulses is more difficult than fending off Saxons.Worse, no one—not even the most cautious among their inner circle—seems to sense the danger awaiting them.But another threat has risen, one that even Bedwyr didn’t seen coming. After all these years, could he and his cub find themselves ensnared in a trap of their own making?BAITED BY FORTUNE is the 8th novel of the SONS OF BRITAIN series.It ends on several CLIFFHANGERS that will resolve in Book 9. the chosen one, written in the stars, sibling rivalryContent This story involves depictions/descriptions of xenophobia; violence; religious intolerance; homophobia; voyeurism; excessive consumption of alcohol; physical assault resulting in head injury; death by dragon fire (never thought I’d write that); and egregious cross-contamination by characters of a different series. less