Maids Of Ulaid Series by Kaitlynn Clarkson

Forced to leave her village. Taken prisoner. She’s saved so many, but can he save her?In one swift attack by the Vikings, the life that Aeveen knows comes to an end. Grieving over the loss of her beloved teacher, she is forced to flee to the fortress at Ráith Mór, home of the handsome but unhelpful Lord Neíll Mac Carthaigh.She goes to work assisting the injured, but things go from bad to worse when she runs into conflict with the Lord himself. Only her skills save her from immediate banishment... moreForced to leave her village. Taken prisoner. She’s saved so many, but can he save her?In one swift attack by the Vikings, the life that Aeveen knows comes to an end. Grieving over the loss of her beloved teacher, she is forced to flee to the fortress at Ráith Mór, home of the handsome but unhelpful Lord Neíll Mac Carthaigh.She goes to work assisting the injured, but things go from bad to worse when she runs into conflict with the Lord himself. Only her skills save her from immediate banishment. Her reputation as a healer grows and one day, a rival clan demands her services, threatening trouble if she fails to comply. Lord Mac Carthaigh reluctantly agrees and she leaves to attend to the sick and injured. Soon after she arrives, the Vikings attack, kidnapping her along with several other women. When Lord Mac Carthaigh finds out, he is desperate to save her. Will he find her in time? Will he have the opportunity to tell her what’s on his heart? Or has he left it too late?This short, clean novella is set in Ireland in the days of the great kings; a time when Vikings raided, clans fought and adventure lurked around every corner. less

She’s devoted her life to God. But what if His will is different from what she thinks?Iona loves her position as an Abbess. It’s her calling and her life, and it’s where she feels closest to God. But there is trouble in the land. The Vikings make repeated raids on the monasteries in the area, damaging, looting, and destroying. Many villagers are killed in the raids, leaving orphaned children with nowhere to go... moreShe’s devoted her life to God. But what if His will is different from what she thinks?Iona loves her position as an Abbess. It’s her calling and her life, and it’s where she feels closest to God. But there is trouble in the land. The Vikings make repeated raids on the monasteries in the area, damaging, looting, and destroying. Many villagers are killed in the raids, leaving orphaned children with nowhere to go. Iona gets a call to go to the monastery at Beannchor to care for the orphans that are sheltering in its remains. They have nowhere to go and no one to care for them, and her heart goes out to them. But it soon becomes apparent that it’s not safe to stay so close to the coast. Iona decides that they must make the difficult journey inland to Dún Lethglaise, away from the Vikings. They set off on foot, going cross-country to avoid the main routes. On the trail of a horse thief, Olwydd is startled when he comes across a band of women and children in the countryside. When he hears their story, he feels torn between his duty to the King and their need for protection. Iona convinces him to continue on his mission. But as soon as he has the opportunity, he returns to find Iona and the children, only to discover that they have been taken by the raiders. Will he be able to save them in time? Will Iona see that God’s will for her life might not be what she thinks?This short, clean novella is set in Ireland in the days of the great kings; a time when Vikings raided, clans fought and adventure lurked around every corner. less

Cadhla feels as if her job is almost too much. Grieving the untimely death of her older husband, she wants to say no when the people come to her and ask her to continue his work as a judge. She wants to tell them she knows nothing about the role but is forced to admit that it’s not true. She has an excellent grasp of Brehon law and bardic traditions, thanks to her father. She soon finds herself travelling throughout the territory, settling disputes, and attending to legal matters... moreCadhla feels as if her job is almost too much. Grieving the untimely death of her older husband, she wants to say no when the people come to her and ask her to continue his work as a judge. She wants to tell them she knows nothing about the role but is forced to admit that it’s not true. She has an excellent grasp of Brehon law and bardic traditions, thanks to her father. She soon finds herself travelling throughout the territory, settling disputes, and attending to legal matters. Her father helps her, and she’s confident that she can handle whatever comes her way. When she and her father visit the settlement of the Gormly clan, she doesn’t expect to come face to face with an old suitor. He still has the power to make her heart beat faster, and she tries to keep her feelings under control so that she can continue her work unhindered. But unbeknownst to her, danger lurks in the form of another man who wants the Gormly clan’s lands. Can Cadhla convince him that matters can be settled peaceably? Or will it be war? And what about the handsome young laird, Donnell O’Gormly? Will her heart be immune to his charms?This short, clean novella is set in Ireland in the days of the great kings; a time when Vikings raided, clans fought and adventure lurked around every corner. It is #5 in the Maids Of Ulaid Short Reads series. less

He’s a powerful warrior with painful memories. She’s not who she thinks she is. Can they face the past together?Eithne enjoys her work as a shepherdess. Each sheep has its own name and personality, and she loves spending her days out in nature caring for them. At night, she goes home to her loving parents, her sheep safely locked away behind the walls of their ringfort. But one day, things change when Fachtna and his men move into the nearby keep at the hilltop fortress... moreHe’s a powerful warrior with painful memories. She’s not who she thinks she is. Can they face the past together?Eithne enjoys her work as a shepherdess. Each sheep has its own name and personality, and she loves spending her days out in nature caring for them. At night, she goes home to her loving parents, her sheep safely locked away behind the walls of their ringfort. But one day, things change when Fachtna and his men move into the nearby keep at the hilltop fortress. Eithne does her best to stay out of their way as they add to the fortress and prepare housing for their families, but she’s unaccustomed to finding warriors in all her favourite places. When Fachtna finds himself in a difficult situation, Eithne helps him, and in the process, discovers a secret about her past that makes her question who she is. But before she can make peace with the past, she finds herself in grave danger. Will she survive? Will she ever have the chance to tell Fachtna how she feels?Can Fachtna come to terms with his own past and learn to trust another person? Can Eithne see past the fierce warrior facade to his heart? less