The Viking She Shouldn’t Crave

By Sarah Rodi

On Sale: 1/15/2026
A spicy, forbidden love Viking romance 

Their forbidden tryst… 

Is treason! 

Helena’s spent her life preparing to be the Byzantine Prince’s bride. But when his cruel disinterest turns her position perilous, she finds salvation in fierce warrior Viggo. As the Prince’s personal guard, he knows her betrothed like no other. Could Viggo help her win his affections? 

Only, Helena swiftly discovers the man she craves is not her husband-to-be…but thrillingly rugged Viggo! To act on their desires would be committing treason. Getting caught could be fatal. And yet, resisting their illicit connection feels like a fate worse than death…

From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.
ISBN: 9780369769503
Imprint: Harlequin Historical
On Sale: Jan 15, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 272
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Historical / Viking
BISAC 2: FICTION / Historical / General
BISAC 3: FICTION / Family Life / Marriage & Divorce
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Sarah Rodi

Biography

Sarah Rodi grew up watching old, romantic movies recommended by her grandad, or devouring love stories from the local library. Sarah lives in Cookham in Berkshire, where she enjoys walking along the Thames with her husband, her two daughters and their dog. She has been a journalist for over 20 years, but it has been her lifelong dream to write for Mills & Boon. Sarah believes everyone deserves to find their happy ever after. @sarahrodiedits, sarahrodiedits@gmail.com, sarahrodi.com

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A spicy, forbidden love Viking romance <br><br> Their forbidden tryst… <br><br> Is treason! <br><br> Helena’s spent her life preparing to be the Byzantine Prince’s bride. But when his cruel disinterest turns her position perilous, she finds salvation in fierce warrior Viggo. As the Prince’s personal guard, he knows her betrothed like no other. Could Viggo help her win his affections? <br><br> Only, Helena swiftly discovers the man she craves is not her husband-to-be…but thrillingly rugged Viggo! To act on their desires would be committing treason. Getting caught could be fatal. And yet, resisting their illicit connection feels like a fate worse than death…<br><br><strong>From Harlequin Historical: <em>Your romantic escape to the past.</em></strong>

ISBN: 9780369769503
Imprint: Harlequin Historical
On Sale: Jan 15, 2026
List price: $6.99
No of pages: 272
Trim Size: 1.000 in (w) x 1.000 in (h) x 1.000 in (d)
BISAC 1: FICTION / Romance / Historical / Viking
BISAC 2: FICTION / Historical / General
BISAC 3: FICTION / Family Life / Marriage & Divorce
BISAC 4:
BISAC 5:

Sarah Rodi

Biography

<p>Sarah Rodi grew up watching old, romantic movies recommended by her grandad, or devouring love stories from the local library. Sarah lives in Cookham in Berkshire, where she enjoys walking along the Thames with her husband, her two daughters and their dog. She has been a journalist for over 20 years, but it has been her lifelong dream to write for Mills & Boon. Sarah believes everyone deserves to find their happy ever after. @sarahrodiedits, sarahrodiedits@gmail.com, sarahrodi.com</p>gt;