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Silver Dagger Book Tour: Welcome, Mary Morgan

8/5/2021

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I am happy and proud to host one of my favorite authors as she does a tour with Silver Dagger! We have a guest post, a DELICIOUS, not-to-be-missed excerpt, links, and a Giveaway! So exciting! Welcome as always, Mary!
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​The Wolves of Clan Sutherland Book 2
by Mary Morgan
Genre: Historical Paranormal Romance
 
 
The Dark Seducer is known throughout Scotland as a man who charms many women into his bed. Pleasure is his motto as he obtains information for his king. Yet Rorik MacNeil harbors one secret buried beneath his heart of steel. An unfulfilled conquest plagues both man and his inner wolf, and Rorik would rather suffer death's sharp blade than confront his greatest fear.

As the Seer for the Orkneyjar Isles, Ragna Maddadsson confronts an unknown destiny when she travels across the North Sea to Scotland. In her quest to deliver a message from a powerful vision, she fears the warrior will not listen. If Rorik ignores her warning, Ragna must find a way to forestall his impending death. If unsuccessful, she risks having her heart cleaved in two.

To unravel their true fates, Rorik and Ragna must trust in the power of the wolf. 
 
 
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8 Reasons You Should Read RORIK
1.  The Vikings had their ancient laws, but you will also learn the Wolves of Clan Sutherland had their own called the Nine Noble Virtues of Wolf Lore.

2.  You’ll get to meet a powerful Seer and wise woman from the Orkneyjar Isles who does not get along with a certain wolf in the elite guard.

3. You learn several ways how Rorik can shift magically into a wolf—from swiftly and quietly, to uttering a chant and transforming into the animal. 

4.  You’ll have a chance to revisit characters from the first book, Magnar.

5.  Find out the other magical gift Rorik possesses.

6.  Experience a Viking sporting game over a raging river. 

7.  Learn what happens when Rorik surrenders control to his inner wolf.

8.  Norse Mythology comes alive within the pages of this story, and when you’re done, you’ll feel transported into Rorik and Ragna’s world.
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I absolutely loved the book, especially Rorik! Following is my review.

She’s done it again! Master storyteller Mary Morgan has woven history, magic, and very human emotions into an unforgettable and poignant romance. Rorik transports readers back to the ancient lands of Orkneyjar and the Scottish Highlands, during the reign of King William the Lion of Scotland. Reading the story feels like a sublime form of time travel. The author is not only thorough in her research; she has visited the beautiful, mystical places she describes.


Rorik and Ragna are among the most compelling characters I have ever read – ever. He is intense, beautiful, tortured. She is simply magnificent.

This couple has a history, and they fight hard against their feelings for each other. But their hearts – and his wolf -- won’t be denied. The love scenes are passionate, beautiful, and deliciously sweet.
Love this couple.

I love the story, too. There’s lots of action, tension, and satisfaction.

It’s a boon and delight to catch up with Magnar and Elspeth. They are still their strong selves and more in love than ever. There is nothing soft or sweet about Magnar except when it comes to Elspeth. He does something for her – I won’t say what – that is so dear, so meaningful.

It’s also great to be reacquainted with some of the other fascinating characters from Magnar.
I am enthralled by The Wolves of Clan Sutherland and already waiting eagerly for the next book in this spectacular series.
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Hats off, Mary Morgan. Five stars!
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Award-winning Celtic paranormal and fantasy romance author, Mary Morgan resides in Northern California with her own knight in shining armor. However, during her travels to Scotland, England, and Ireland, she left a part of her soul in one of these countries and vows to return.
 
Mary's passion for books started at an early age along with an overactive imagination. Inspired by her love for history and ancient Celtic mythology, her tales are filled with powerful warriors, brave women, magic, and romance. It wasn't until the closure of Borders Books where Mary worked that she found her true calling by writing romance. Now, the worlds she created in her mind are coming to life within her stories.
 
If you enjoy history, tortured heroes, and a wee bit of magic, then time-travel within the pages of her books.


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Okay, just... swoon!

​“Have you been eating the fresh berries in the meadow, Ragna?” asked the male voice behind her.

The man rolled her name off his tongue, sending shivers down her back. She knew him well, often staring at him while she traveled into the nearby village of Kirkjuvágr.

Doing her best to compose herself, she wiped the palms of her hands down the front of her gown and turned around. “I have yet to find any. Why do you ask?”

Rorik stepped forth from the shadow of a tree. His smile came slowly as he approached her.

She tried to control the fierce beating of her heart as the man loomed over her with a dark and hungry gaze.

“Your lips are as red as the berries that grow in abundance in the meadow,” he stated softly.

“’Tis only an apple I have been eating.” Unable to move away, Ragna studied the man’s features—from his deep green eyes to the dimple hidden within the dark facial hair covering his chin. To suppress the urge of twining her fingers into his long ebony hair, she dug her fingers into her gown. She thought the warrior had to be chiseled from the Gods.

Rorik lifted his hand and gently pressed his thumb against her bottom lip. “Beauty.”

An ache grew within Ragna. His nearness made her weak and without breath. When his hand slipped around her waist, she collapsed into his embrace, placing her palms against his broad chest.

“What are you doing?”

“I want to taste your lips, Ragna. I have thought of nothing else these long summer days.”

She tried to breathe, finding it difficult within his strong embrace. “Why me?” she blurted out on a gasp.

He lowered his head near her ear. “Why not you?”
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Giveaway

$25 Amazon gift card and a signed print copy of RORIK
Follow the tour HERE for special content and a giveaway!
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https://www.silverdaggertours.com/sdsxx-tours/rorik-book-tour-and-giveaway
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11 Comments
Barbara Bettiis
8/5/2021 23:02:50

ooh, I do love this excerpt, Mary :) And I do love the book! It deserves every kudo it has received. Wishing you continued best of luck with it.

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Mary Morgan
8/6/2021 12:27:12

Thank you so very much, Barbara! I really enjoyed writing Rorik and Ragna's story, even with all their stubborn qualities. ;)

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Judith Sterling link
8/6/2021 09:51:57

A wonderful review, and I love the excerpt. Wishing you both the very best and a great weekend ahead!

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Mary Morgan
8/6/2021 12:28:04

Thanks, Judith for stopping by! Have a lovely weekend, too. :)

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Ilona Fridl link
8/6/2021 10:28:49

I love your books, Mary! Keep writing them.

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Mary Morgan
8/6/2021 12:28:57

Oh, Ilona, thank YOU! You've made my day! :)

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Mary Morgan
8/6/2021 12:25:21

Thanks bunches for hosting RORIK on my blog tour, Anastasia! Truly appreciated! xo

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Tena
8/6/2021 13:33:16

Rorik is waiting on my ipad, can't wait to dig in!

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Jan Sikes
8/7/2021 09:58:19

I could add a number 9 to the list of reasons to read Rorik! It's super entertaining, compelling and intriguing plus steamy!!! I loved it! Thank you for hosting, Anastasia. Congrats, Mary!

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Christine Samuelson link
8/7/2021 17:06:35

Steamy excerpt! Your language & dialogue are so authentic to the time period & setting. Your bio alone is enough to get readers to buy- so interesting, and so well-traveled. Those are places on my bucket list -- lucky lady to have the opportunity to travel there-- great fodder for your books, too. Wishing you tons of success on this wonderful book!

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Eva Millien
8/7/2021 17:10:26

I love the excerpt and the guest post with all the reasons to read Rorik although the best reason is that it is written by Mary Morgan! Great review as well!

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