Book excerpt: This Viking is about to uncover an explosive secret! An unexpected family For the lone-wolf warrior Nothing daunts Viking Tylir, until unassuming Melkorka Helmsdottar upends his life by revealing he has a secret heir! Mel has looked after little Katla since the girl’s mother died, but now Tylir intends to claim his child. Yet this battle-hardened jarl has no idea how to be a father. Mel is the perfect person to help him. Only, spending time with the captivating Mel binds him closer to her than he ever thought possible… From Harlequin Historical: Your romantic escape to the past.