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Synopsis
In this epic and immersive Viking-inspired romantic fantasy, a woman fleeing a ruthless assassin accidentally joins forces with a group of mercenaries and must use all her cunning to escape with her life—and heart—intact. The Queen of Íseldur has sent warriors to bring Silla to Sunnavík, where death awaits her. When her father is killed, his last words set Silla on a perilous quest: Travel the treacherous Road of Bones—a thousand-mile stretch haunted by warbands, creatures of darkness, and a mysterious murderer—and go to Kopa and the safety of a shield-house. After barely surviving the first stretch of road, a desperate Silla sneaks into a supply wagon belonging to the notorious Bloodaxe Crew. To make it to Kopa, she must win over Axe Eyes, the brooding leader of the Crew, while avoiding the Wolf, his distractingly handsome right-hand man. All the while, the queen’s ruthless assassin hunts Silla obsessively. Will Silla make it safely to Kopa? Or will she fall prey to the perils of the Road of Bones?
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The Road of Bones: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This adult fantasy romance contains strong violence including murder and pursuit by an assassin, dangerous creatures, and moderately steamy romantic content. The heroine faces life-threatening peril throughout her journey along a treacherous road.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, steamy sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include murder, captivity, death of parent, and death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers will be drawn to this epic Viking-inspired adventure following a woman fleeing assassins while navigating dangerous romance with brooding mercenaries.