This year five authors have joined me to provide a fantastic medieval-themed Hug a Medievalist Day prize package for you! We will be giving away 8 autographed print books, an ebook, and some medieval-themed bonus prizes. We want you to have a chance to "meet the prizes" before our giveaway kicks off, so I'll be sharing information about one prize with you each day.
Prize 3
An autographed print copy of Beneath a Crescent Shadow: The Balkan Legends, a medieval novel by A. L. Sowards.
The Balkans, 1373
A devastating battle claimed the lives of Konstantin's father, uncle, and most of their Serb army, leaving him to rule as a vassal of the Ottoman sultan, a role he is wholly unprepared for. Between war, famine, and a persistent band of brigands, Konstantin is nearly bankrupt. He will need to find a wealthy bride to marry if he is to have any hope of saving his lands and securing his future.
A betrothal to Suzana, the daughter of a prosperous merchant, is soon arranged, and upon meeting her, Konstantin immediately feels hope that their marriage could someday grow into love. Yet, from the moment of Konstantin and Suzana's betrothal, enemies threaten their lives, outlaws prey on their lands, and the terrors of Suzana's abusive past haunt their fragile new relationship. As this onslaught of threats closes in, the two face challenges that will test their love, their faith, and their hope to save their people and win their freedom from the heavy weight of Ottoman oppression.
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Check back tomorrow to meet Prize #4! (Click on 2024 Prizes in the right hand column under Labels if you miss a prize or two!)
The 2024 Hug a Medievalist Day giveaway opens on March 11 and runs through March 30. The winner will be selected by random selection on March 31, 2024, Hug a Medievalist Day!
(This 2024 Hug a Medievalist Day Giveaway is open to USA entries only.)
