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Oriana, a silver‑haired Viking princess, sails the high seas with her father's fleet and finds love with the bold adventurer Gaerith. Their journey takes them across the Caribbean, into London society, and into fierce battles supporting legendary Celtic warriors, all while she navigates passion, separation, and eternal devotion.
First publish date: 1981
Genre: Romance/Historical Romance
Authors: Valerie Vayle
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