Goodreads Giveaway for RULED BY SHADOWS

Great news for bibliophiles ... Goodreads are running a paperback giveway for RULED BY SHADOWS!

Enter to get the chance to win one of three paperback copies of my new Epic Fantasy Romance, RULED BY SHADOWS. Giveaway ends on October 2, 2017 so don't miss out!

What's RULED BY SHADOWS about?

In a land ruled by shadows, the fate of all lies in the hands of a girl who is afraid of the dark.

Meet Lilia, a young woman who is afraid of ... everything.

Lilia's life changes the day a stranger walks into the tavern where she works as a cook. Handsome and darkly mysterious, Saul leaves a charm-stone in her safekeeping. Only, what appears to be a humble Hag Stone--used by folk to ward off evil spirits--is in reality a powerful talisman. One that a secret brotherhood has spent five-hundred years searching for.

Life will never be the same for Lilia again.

Her shadow begins behaving strangely--and when The Shade Brotherhood come after her, Lilia must leave her sleepy isle to embark on an epic journey into danger, discovery ... and love.

The shadows are deepening and an ancient evil risks being unleashed upon the world. Lilia must face the darkness, and her own fears--or there will be no going home.

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Ruled by Shadows

by Jayne Castel

Giveaway ends October 02, 2017.
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Goodreads giveaway contest: BLOOD FEUD

She has only ever known war. Now she must make the ultimate sacrifice for peace. 

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Blood Feud

by Jayne Castel

Giveaway ends May 28, 2017.
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Goodreads giveaway for DAWN OF WOLVES

Enter for a chance to win one of two paperback copies of DAWN OF WOLVES (Book #3: The Kingdom of Mercia).

Set in 7th Century Anglo-Saxon England, DAWN OF WOLVES is about a forced marriage and its devastating consequences. The novel was a Kindle Scout winner back in June and has now been published by Kindle Press. The contest is running from 1-9 September 2016 - click on the widget below to enter!

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Dawn of Wolves

by Jayne Castel

Giveaway ends September 09, 2016.
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Here's an excerpt from the book - one of my favorite scenes - for you to enjoy!

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Ermenilda squared her shoulders and marched through the crowd of milling men and horses. She strode purposefully toward the front of the column. Aware of the men's stares as she walked among them, Ermenilda kept her gaze fixed upon her destination: the King of Mercia.

Wulfhere had just dismounted from his stallion and was saying something to Werbode. The dark-haired warrior spied Ermenilda first. He watched her for a moment, his gaze traveling the length of her in a way that made her boiling temper rise even further. Then, he lazily turned to Wulfhere.

"Milord, it appears your betrothed wants a word."

Wulfhere turned, his limpid gaze settling upon Ermenilda. The impact of their gazes meeting nearly caused her step to falter. Resisting the sudden impulse to turn and flee, she pressed on.

"Lady Ermenilda," he greeted her. "How can I be of service?"

"I would speak to you for a moment," she replied, stopping a few feet away from him. "Alone."

Wulfhere raised an eyebrow, while around them a few men sniggered.

Werbode gave a low whistle."She's forward, this Kentish princess . . ."

Ermenilda threw him the coldest, most imperious look she could muster, but Werbode merely returned her gaze with a boldness that made her skin crawl. Suddenly, she felt like a lamb in a den of wolves. The anger that had propelled her off her palfrey and up to the head of the column was beginning to subside. She was starting to feel vulnerable.

"Come, milady." Wulfhere cast Werbode a censorious look before he gently took hold of Ermenilda's arm and steered her away from his men. They reached the crest of the hill, a few yards away from the others, and halted. Behind them, to the north, Ermenilda could see the gentle folds of grassy downs stretching away to a cloudy horizon like a rumpled blanket.

Wulfhere turned and faced her. The look of thinly veiled amusement on his face made Ermenilda's ire rise once more.

"What is it?" he asked.

"I demand an apology," she replied, folding her arms across her chest as she faced him.

His amusement faded. "An apology . . . for what?"

"For your behavior."

Wulfhere stared at her, stunned. When he replied, his voice held a warning. "I had every right to be angry, Ermenilda. I had just learned of your mother's treachery, and I believed you to be part of it. I am still yet to be convinced that you are entirely innocent."

"My word should be enough," she countered angrily. "Yet, that is not what I seek an apology for. You took advantage of a moment alone with me. You humiliated me."

His eyes widened. "A kiss is not humiliation. You are my betrothed--I have a right to kiss you. Even if I had taken you last night in your tent, it would have been my right."

Anger exploded within Ermenilda. She unfolded her arms and balled her fists at her sides.
Wulfhere observed her temper and raised an eyebrow.

"Definitely not the ice maiden I took you for. Do you wish to strike me?"

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Goodreads Book Giveaway: DARKEST BEFORE DAWN

DARKEST BEFORE DAWN has launched. The novel has been available on Amazon and Smashwords since 1 February 2016, and to celebrate the launch, I am also running a Goodreads Book Giveaway.

Enter for a chance to win 1 of two paperback copies of this epic historical romance, set in 7th Century Anglo-Saxon England. Use the widget below to enter!

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Darkest before Dawn

by Jayne Castel

Giveaway ends February 12, 2016.
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New Goodreads giveaway for THE BREAKING DAWN!

Three paperback copies are up for grabs of THE BREAKING DAWN on Goodreads. Giveaway contest starts in 5 days time, so make sure you mark it in your diary!

This is an epic historical romance set in 7th Century Anglo-Saxon England and Wales. So if you love romance, adventure, and a bit of danger, don't miss out!

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The Breaking Dawn

by Jayne Castel

Giveaway ends September 15, 2015.
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THE BREAKING DAWN - BOOK LAUNCH #1

As part of the launch of my latest novel - THE BREAKING DAWN - I'm running giveaways on both Amazon and Goodreads. Four lucky winners will receive paper back copies of the novel.

THE BREAKING DAWN is a historical romance set in 7th Century Anglo-Saxon England. It tells the unforgettable love story between Cynddylan and Merwenna -  a Welsh prince and a Mercian village girl.

First up is the Amazon Giveaway - click here to get the chance to win one of two paperback copies of THE BREAKING DAWN.

The Goodreads Book Giveaway will also be live in a few hours. Enter below and get the chance to win one of two paperback copies of THE BREAKING DAWN. The contest ends on 10 April so enter now so you don't miss out!

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The Breaking Dawn

by Jayne Castel

Giveaway ends April 10, 2015.
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THE DEEPENING NIGHT - Goodreads giveaway!

I have two paperback copies of THE DEEPENING NIGHT to give away on Goodreads!

To rule a kingdom requires sacrifice...

THE DEEPENING NIGHT is a gritty, historical romance adventure set in 7th Century Anglo-Saxon Britannia - a time when only the strong survived. 

Competition ends on 3 March 2014 - so be quick!

Click on the link below to enter.  GOOD LUCK!

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The Deepening Night

by Jayne Castel

Giveaway ends March 03, 2014.
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Goodreads Giveaway - Nightfall till Daybreak

Enter to win one of three paperback copies of Nightfall till Daybreak in this Goodreads Giveaway!

A slave, a soldier and a king at war with his conscience...

Nightfall till Daybreak is a tale of duty, love and courage in Anglo-Saxon England.

It is the spring of 629 A.D. and the Kingdom of the East Angles is in turmoil. Ricberht the Usurper has killed the king and taken the throne - an act that will change the lives of three individuals forever.

The slave: Freya, red-haired and wild, meets an arrogant young man on the East Anglian shore. Days later, she finds herself torn from her old life and turned into a king's slave.

The soldier: Aidan of Connacht leads an army across the water to take the throne for his lord. It is a journey that will test more than his courage.

The king: Sigeberht, the exiled stepson of King Raedwald of the East Angles returns to Britannia for vengeance - but discovers that reckoning comes at a price.

In a world dominated by bloodshed and war, will any of them find peace?

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Nightfall till Daybreak

by Jayne Castel

Giveaway ends July 05, 2013.
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