Tarnished Crown (The Lochlann Feuds) - Historical Fantasy Romance Novel for Adults - Perfect for Book Clubs & Viking-Inspired Story Lovers" （如果是中文标题"褪色的王冠（洛克兰世仇）"则优化为：） "Tarnished Crown (The Lochlann Feuds) - Epic Fantasy Adventure Novel - Great for Fans of Viking Sagas & Medieval Romance

The following contains spoilers for Scarlet PrincessTarnished Crown is the second book in the Lochlann Feuds series. The story picks up right after the cliffhanger conclusion of the Summit meeting in Socair. Rowan remains a captive in Socair, but one claimed by the feared Bear Clan. Evander, heir of the Bear Clan and rival of Theodore, rips Rowan away from her engagement and whisks her away to the reclusive Bear territory. Evander remains possessive of Rowan, which is slowly revealed to be protectiveness. The banter and dynamic between Rowan and Evander tantalizes the reader. Mahle and Madison present an epic enemies to lovers, slow burn arc."He had saved me, but more than that, he had seen me, when few people did."Rowan accompanies Evander throughout the Bear territory, her personality thaws some of the rigid formality maintained by the Clan heir. She slowly realizes the political maneuvering occurring between Evander and his step mother. Her out-spoken, curious nature helps her make important friendships, but also offends the Clan wife and ends in a brutal punishment. I will advise readers of a trigger warning for a flogging/whipping scene.Several major plot twists kept me incredibly engaged throughout the book. Mahle and Madison deliver a thrilling sequel to Scarlet Princess! This series only gets better with the second book and is perfect for readers who love enemies to lovers, love triangle, highlanders, fantasy, and romance!