New series reveal!

You voted, and I listened! A couple of months ago, I did a reader questionnaire on Facebook on what series I should write in the second half of 2021. One series idea outshone all the others ... and so that is what you shall be getting!

Book One in the Guardians of Alba series will be out at the end of July 2021. Here’s the series overview:

They will risk everything to protect Scotland from the English—even their hearts.

A coven of Scottish witches have sworn to defend Alba from invaders. Meet three dedicated women who will stop at nothing to protect their homeland—and the men who complicate their mission.

Guardians of Alba takes you back to 14th Century Scotland amidst the Wars of Scottish Independence. Immerse yourself in political intrigue, Celtic mysticism, betrayal, high-adventure, and steamy romance.

So ... if you loved meeting Nessa in DRACO (Book 3: The Immortal Highland Centurions) you're in for a treat ... she's going to be the heroine of Book One!

Stolen Highland Hearts is steaming ahead!

Thanks to everyone who has downloaded a copy of the first two books in the STOLEN HIGHLAND HEARTS series (HIGHLANDER DECEIVED and HIGHLANDER ENTANGLED) ... and to those of you who are so keen you've pre-ordered Book 3, HIGHLANDER FORBIDDEN!

Wow! It's been quite a ride so far ... I'm delighted how much readers are enjoying the series. We've earned the coveted orange best-seller flag from Amazon a few times now.

Stolen Highland Hearts is probably my most classically Scottish, character-driven series so far - and that's clearly what readers want, so I'll be writing more books in this world.

The Mackays of Farr is a family I've fallen in love with. Connor, Morgan, and Jaimee's stories have really touched my hearts ... and of course they will all have children, who will have their own stories in the future!

So thank you once again, dear readers, for loving this series as much as I do!

The whole SISTERS OF KILBRIDE series is available!

I've been a bit behind on keeping this blog updated - sorry about that everyone! The great news is that, in the meantime, I've published two more books and completed a series.

I give you THE SISTERS OF KILBRIDE!

This is a spin-off of The Brides of Skye series, and is set in 14th-Century Isle of Skye, Scotland

They took the veil in order to retreat from a harsh world. But even behind the walls of an abbey, they cannot escape their fate—or the men that will be their destiny.

Go back in time to 14th Century Isle of Skye ... and meet three feisty nuns: Ella, Leanna, and Coira. Love reading romances about second chances, forbidden love, women in jeopardy, reformed rogues, redemption and healing wounded hearts in a richly detailed historical setting? This action-packed series set in Medieval Scotland is for you!

What readers are saying:

“Every once in a while there comes a book that touches your heart like no other. This is one of them!” ★★★★★

“Wonderful!!! When I think Jayne Castel can't write a better novel, she does! This one is outstanding! It deserves 10 stars!!!” ★★★★★

“I really enjoyed Unforgotten by Jayne Castel. It engaged all of my senses and kept me thoroughly engrossed.” ★★★★★

“There are almost no words for this emotional roller coaster. Jayne has once again given us a book that will remain in our hearts. The story was heart-wrenching and truly made me cry more than once.” ★★★★★

"This was a bingeworthy tale ... the characters were phenomenal, as was the captivating plot." ★★★★★

"Oh my gosh, this was soooooo good!! Lots of action, danger, twists and turns, adventure and of course, hot passion abound throughout the story." ★★★★★

"If you love well written stories with well-developed characters and lots of suspense, action, and emotion, this is the book for you. Did I mention wonderful love scenes? *sigh!* It has everything! I couldn't put it down and when I had to, I couldn't wait to pick it up again. It's that good!" ★★★★★

Dive into the series with Book #1 here!

AWOKEN'S launch day is here!

Woo hoo, Book #2 in The Sisters of Kilbride series will be live in just a few hours! The ARC reviews for AWOKEN are coming in now ... and wowza, the readers are loving it so far! I'm so excited that you're enjoying Ross and Leanna's story.

To celebrate the launch, I'm also sharing the first page of AWOKEN with you here—enjoy!

AWOKEN (Book #2: The Sisters of Kilbride)

A novice nun stolen away by a ruthless clan-chief. The warrior who must turn his back on everything to save her. The emotional tale of a woman in jeopardy and a reformed rogue in Medieval Scotland.  

Leanna MacDonald never wanted to become a nun—but it was the only way her father could protect her from the attentions of a cruel man who wanted her as his wife. However, when Leanna’s father unexpectedly dies, her recently widowed former suitor decides he will have her no matter the cost.  

Ross Campbell has served Clan-chief MacKinnon loyally for years. But his allegiance is tested when MacKinnon orders him to steal a novice nun away from Kilbride Abbey. Ambitious and arrogant, Ross has worked hard to gain his position as MacKinnon’s right-hand. He doesn’t want to tear this young woman away from her cloistered existence, yet he won’t risk everything he’s worked so hard to obtain. 

Leanna’s abduction is the turning point in Ross’s life. He soon realizes that MacKinnon will ruin this brave, spirited young woman—and when she pleads with him for help, Ross must make a decision. How far will he take his loyalty to a man who doesn’t deserve it?

Get your copy of AWOKEN here:

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Just 10 days till THE ROGUE'S BRIDE launches!

THE ROGUE'S BRIDE is now available on preorder ... and will be released on June 20th!

Book #3 of The Brides of Skye series has been a real journey for me. Get ready for an angsty, complex, and highly emotional story of revenge, redemption—and love.

Some things cannot be forgotten—or forgiven. The widow trying to forge a new life for herself. The man she once spurned bent on revenge.

Caitrin is a widow left to rule her husband’s territory alone. The survivor of a loveless, unhappy marriage, she vows never to let another man control her. Instead, she finds herself in charge of a vast estate.

Alasdair MacDonald returns from war to discover his sister-in-law is chatelaine over his dead brother’s lands—territory that now belongs to him.

Caitrin has haunted Alasdair’s dreams from the moment she spurned him years earlier. He’s never gotten over it, or forgiven her for breaking his heart by choosing his elder brother over him. Now he has a chance for vengeance, to take her young son and her new-found freedom from her. Only he soon discovers that his long dormant feelings for the beautiful widow can’t be so easily set aside.

Release date, June 20th—preorder your copy today!

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New series announcement--and preorder alert!

Can't get enough high-stakes adventure and passionate romance set on the Isle of Skye?

Finally... I've been holding on to this one for a while! In addition to my Dark Ages Historical Romances (I'm still continuing with those, don't worry), I'm also going to be writing Medieval Scottish Historical Romance! And ... I'll be releasing all three books in the series this year!

THE BRIDES OF SKYE series is set on the Isle of Skye, over 1000 years after my Pict Wars series concludes--and it'll be focusing on three strong-willed sisters ... and the three men who love them!

Preorder alert!

The Beast's Bride (Book #1: The Brides of Skye) is now available to preorder - release date April 16 2019! 

The beauty who refuses to be wed. The beast who loves her in vain. A twist of fate that brings them together.

Rhona MacLeod is the beautiful, willful middle daughter of a clan chief the Isle of Skye. Desperate to remain free and bow to no man, she refuses all the suitors who ask for her hand.

Taran MacKinnon is one of Chieftain MacLeod’s most trusted warriors. He carries a secret passion for his chief’s middle daughter. However, Rhona has never been able to see beyond his scars and forbidding appearance that have earned him the name 'The Beast of Dunvegan'.

Frustrated by Rhona's defiance, her father makes a decision that will force his daughter to take a husband—games that will bring warriors from all over the island, and from the mainland, to compete. Rhona must wed the victor. Finally, Taran has a chance to prove himself. If he wins the games, he can possess the woman he wants—but can he win her heart?

💖🗡️ Preorder your copy here and it will be delivered to your Kindle on April 16th! 💖🗡️

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Excerpt from THE BEAST'S BRIDE

Taran MacKinnon watched the second daughter of Malcolm MacLeod walk away from him, heading out of the garden and back toward the castle.

Now that her gaze was averted, his own devoured her.

She wore a kirtle of green plaid with a straw-colored leine underneath. The garment was fitted, highlighting her statuesque form and lush curves, while a heavy belt around her hips accentuated the dip of her waist. She walked with a determined stride, her long curling dark-red hair tumbling down her back.

Taran’s breathing hitched as he watched her—the fire-haired woman he’d wanted for a while now.

Only, she didn’t return the sentiment. To Rhona he was merely her father’s warrior. Scar-face—The Beast of Dunvegan.

The name Dughall had thrown at him didn’t bother Taran, he’d heard it enough times over the years for the insult to lose its sting. But he didn’t want Rhona to look at him that way.

A bee buzzed by, on its lazy path to the bed of roses behind him. Taran inhaled the sweet scent of the flowers and closed his eyes for a moment.

Being near Rhona MacLeod was agony. She’d ensnared him, dug her thorns deep into his flesh. Standing close to her for a few moments had been both pleasure and pain.

He heaved in a deep breath, opened his eyes, and followed Rhona out of the garden. Sparring with her tomorrow would be sweet torture.

He could hardly wait.