The Viking's Curse: A Beauty and The Beast Book Retelling (Darkest Before Dawn 1) by Avani Clare

Are you in the mood for a romance that's unlike any other? Darkest Before Dawn is a compelling new series about two strong-willed characters from opposing worlds. Introducing Eric Algar, a Viking commander under a cruel Elven spell, who must attract the pure love of a lady by winter's end. But who would love a man who looks like a monster and has a reputation to match his looks? Meet Catelyn Hastings, a spirited English soldier who has made it her life's goal to bring peace to her war-ravaged land by fighting the cruel Viking invaders and drive them from her land. And so when Cate's father, the Baron of Ermington and a trusted ally of King Alfred, disappears near the castle of the infamous Viking Commander, Catelyn knows she has no choice but to confront him. Eric and Cate's worlds are about to come crashing together in an explosive tale of action, adventure, and swoon-worthy romance.