The Viking's Royal Temptation
by Roxy Harper
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Pub Date May 22 2025 | Archive Date May 21 2025
Harlequin | Harlequin Historical
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Description
Duty vs. desire…
Which will win?
Princess and healer Theadora doesn’t flinch at the sight of armed soldiers. Yet when another uprising threatens to disturb Constantinople’s peace, and Varangian guard Erik bursts into her sanitorium, she’s stunned by her body’s immediate reaction to the rugged Viking…
After the tragic loss of his family, Erik vowed to never love again. So he refuses to let his inconvenient attraction to Thea distract him from his duty: escorting her to marry the king of Macedonia.
If Thea doesn’t wed, her people will suffer, so can the star-crossed lovers fight their feelings, as well as their enemies?
From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
A Note From the Publisher
Roxy Harper is a romance author with a passion for history, culture, and timeless love stories. Born in Kenya, of Portuguese-Goan descent, and now based in London, she draws inspiration from her multicultural background and studies in Latin and Ancient Greek. Her stories feature sweeping historical settings, strong heroines, and emotionally complex love interests who often come from different cultures, finding love against the odds.
A lifelong romantic, Roxy grew up devouring everything from the Brontës and Jane Austen to Mills & Boon, often reading by torchlight after bedtime. After years of honing her craft, she secured a two-book deal with Harlequin in 2024—a dream come true and the result of courage, persistence, and editorial support.
Through her writing, Roxy loves escaping into the ancient worlds of her characters as they battle personal demons and external forces to find their hard-won happily-ever-afters.
Marketing Plan
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Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9780369759092 |
| PRICE | £2.99 (GBP) |
| PAGES | 272 |
Links
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Reviewer 1034227
Roxy Harper’s The Viking’s Royal Temptation is a captivating historical romance that whisks readers into the heart of 9th-century Constantinople. The story follows Princess Theadora, a devoted healer, and Erik, a stoic Varangian guard tasked with escorting her to Macedonia for a politically arranged marriage. Their journey sparks a forbidden attraction that challenges their loyalties, values, and the future laid out for them.
Harper skillfully blends romance with rich historical detail, immersing readers in a world of palace intrigue, cultural tension, and personal sacrifice. The chemistry between Theadora and Erik is undeniable, and their emotional journeys feel authentic and compelling. The setting—exotic, dangerous, and beautiful—adds depth and texture to the story.
While the pacing slows in a few places, the emotional payoff and strong character arcs make this a satisfying read.
Thank you to NetGalley for an ARC in return for my honest review.
Reviewer 1515085
A historical romance set in 10th century Constantinople. Kudos to debut author Roxy Harper this unusual and intriguing setting. There's a strong thread of adventure, as well as romance, which reminded me of Melissa Oliver's award-winning Harlequin debut 'The Rebel Heiress and the Knight'. The heroine Thea is a princess who works as a healer in a sanitorium; the hero Erik is a soldier in the Varangian Guard who has a sword called Skull-Splitter and looks like he could "wrestle a bear and win."
Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy.
Maddie D, Reviewer
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5)
This book was an absolute delight! The unique Byzantine setting immediately drew me in, and it was refreshing to read a historical romance that stood out from the usual fare. The lead characters were wonderfully crafted—strong, compelling, and easy to root for. I loved how their chemistry unfolded against the rich and vivid backdrop. I was swooning the entire time!
Roxy Harper’s storytelling kept me hooked from start to finish, and I genuinely can’t wait to read more from her in the future. It’s rare to find a book that feels both unique and captivating, but this one delivered! Definitely a story I’d happily revisit.
This one releases May 27th and I will for sure be picking up a physical copy! Thanks NetGalley for the early copy!
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