4 Blue Ribbons for Pagan Queen by Vijaya Schartz

"I’m happy to say that this newest book is just as well written and entertaining as the first. The author’s attention to the details of the period making that long ago era of history feel alive and vibrant. She’s able to weave in the mystical in a manner that appears natural, without overwhelming what else is going on. I enjoyed learning more about Pressine and Elinas, but Mattacks and his diabolical plans play an important role... his characters flaws are eye-opening. He’s a disturbed individual. I suggest you watch for interesting twists and turns surrounding him—he’s a creepy guy... unexpected happenings totally caught me off guard. It’s a great plot ploy that I can only assume will pull the series forward because I want to know more of what happened to the characters affected." ~ 4 Blue Ribbons, Gayle, Romance Junkies Reviews

Pagan Queen
Book Two

810 AD - Alba (Ancient Scotland)

Queen at last, Pressine brings victory to her beloved Elinas and prosperity to their growing kingdom. But she has to contend with the intrigues of Charlemagne's bishops, spurred by her Christian stepson. She also fears the curse that could bring her downfall. For the love of Elinas, she will tempt fate and become with child. But when her indomitable passion challenges the wrath of the Goddess Herself. . . can she win that battle?

"Pagan Queen is the second in a new series by Schartz. It continues the story of Pressine, a fae queen who marries Elinas in order to unite all the tribes of Bretagne. Her only caveat to Elinas is that he must never see her in childbed.

Schartz is an accomplished writer, whose pacing, conflicts, and goals are always complex and whose good characters are always likeable, and whose villains are evil incarnate. You have to like her villains as much as the good guys! Matticks is a magnificent example of this!" ~ 5 Stars, Alberta, Manic Readers

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