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Highland Queen of Shadows
She was thirsting for power but became drunk on his love… Christina Ruaidhri, future Lairdess of Isle of the Shadows, relies on no man. Her ancient origins hide a royal secret forged from blood and betrayal. But when waves wash a stranger ashore, she is forced to face her past. The Highlander's arrival awakens her desire for power and her need for love. Lyall Donald is ready to risk everything to save his people from destruction. Yet, he never imagined that fate would lead him to an unknown island ruled by women. Nor that his beautiful savior is also a skillful warrior of the noblest lineage. Finding out that they share the same enemy, they agree to an alliance. Christina, ready to claim what belongs to her, will follow the man that stole her heart beyond her shadows. But when their passionate relationship threatens their deepest ambitions, everything will change. And they will have to choose; sacrifice their mission or betray each other? She needed no man to protect her, but his love aroused the woman inside her… "Highland Queen of Shadows" is a STANDALONE Historical Scottish romance novel. No cheating, no cliffhangers, and a guaranteed happily ever after. *If you like brawny Highland warriors with a soft heart, and steamy romantic stories depicting the majestic and mysterious Scottish Highlands, then Highland Queen of Shadows is the perfect novel for you.
- GenresHistorical Romance
367 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 1, 2021
95 people are currently reading
37 people want to read
About the author
Juliana Wight
48 books30 followersJuliana Wight is a Scottish-American author of Scottish Romance books. She started writing when she was still a teenager, and after a fateful night with her father, she decided that all she wanted to focus on was narrating stories around the beauty of the Scottish Highlands.
The reviews that she receives praise the development of her characters, the plot twists in her novels, and the beautiful scenery of Scotland.
She lives in Boston, Massachusetts with her husband, Jonathan, and her daughter. Before Juliana started publishing her novels she worked as an HR in a company. While she enjoyed her previous job, it was a dream come true to become an author and she would do anything to achieve that.
The reviews that she receives praise the development of her characters, the plot twists in her novels, and the beautiful scenery of Scotland.
She lives in Boston, Massachusetts with her husband, Jonathan, and her daughter. Before Juliana started publishing her novels she worked as an HR in a company. While she enjoyed her previous job, it was a dream come true to become an author and she would do anything to achieve that.
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April 10, 2021
Great story, but misses information
I really liked this story. We follow Christina, who was born and raised by her mother in an close community on an island known as the island of women. The legend goes saying that they were practicing witchcraft and all sorts of things. She meets Lyall, who arrives at her island by accident. We then fall into a war for the throne of Scotland by the descendants of Robert the Bruce. This story is full of dark plots, treason and adventure. The development of the relationship between Lyall and Christina first felt like abuse to me, since she had lived such a sheltered life that has left her with a great naivety. Of course, it evolves and Lyall falls in love, but quite abruptly. It would have been nice to know how the people looked like, for a start. No description beside a white beard here and there is made. I would have liked the story to be more elaborate on the feelings between our two lovebirds. The love scenes are vague and confusing. I had to read them back a few times each to he able to get a clear image of what was going on, and still wasn’t: they are dressed, then they are suddenly naked. Christina is on top of Lyall, then lies on her side. Some sentences are clearly missing. There are still many typos and names mixed, which seem to never be corrected in Wight’s stories, thus the three star review.
I really liked this story. We follow Christina, who was born and raised by her mother in an close community on an island known as the island of women. The legend goes saying that they were practicing witchcraft and all sorts of things. She meets Lyall, who arrives at her island by accident. We then fall into a war for the throne of Scotland by the descendants of Robert the Bruce. This story is full of dark plots, treason and adventure. The development of the relationship between Lyall and Christina first felt like abuse to me, since she had lived such a sheltered life that has left her with a great naivety. Of course, it evolves and Lyall falls in love, but quite abruptly. It would have been nice to know how the people looked like, for a start. No description beside a white beard here and there is made. I would have liked the story to be more elaborate on the feelings between our two lovebirds. The love scenes are vague and confusing. I had to read them back a few times each to he able to get a clear image of what was going on, and still wasn’t: they are dressed, then they are suddenly naked. Christina is on top of Lyall, then lies on her side. Some sentences are clearly missing. There are still many typos and names mixed, which seem to never be corrected in Wight’s stories, thus the three star review.
April 6, 2021
This story is filled with interesting characters. The Isle was interesting along with the people.
We start of with Christina who is a warrior lass who helps rescue a man from the sea and as soon as he is rescued he brings a battle behind him. He is on a secret mission and Christina is bound to help him accomplish his goal. Along the way they discover an attraction that can not be denied. Their journey takes them into many situations with lots of surprises and not all good ones. Their adventure is filled with mystery, romance, battles, passion and more.
A stand alone book with 2 people on a quest and how they find their HEA ending.
We start of with Christina who is a warrior lass who helps rescue a man from the sea and as soon as he is rescued he brings a battle behind him. He is on a secret mission and Christina is bound to help him accomplish his goal. Along the way they discover an attraction that can not be denied. Their journey takes them into many situations with lots of surprises and not all good ones. Their adventure is filled with mystery, romance, battles, passion and more.
A stand alone book with 2 people on a quest and how they find their HEA ending.
April 7, 2021
I enjoyed this book and would definitely recommend it to anyone who is interested in Historic History/Romance. It kept me up late so I could read it. We meet our H/H in the first few pages as Christina saves Lyall when his boat breaks up upon the rocks of the Isle of Shadows. Within a short time the Isle comes under attack by the Clan of (Edward) Bruce. This action propels the story, with a couple of twists, through to a HEA .
April 15, 2021
Highland Queen of Shadows
The start was bit slow getting into this story.But once It got past the island of shadows,the story started to evolve nicely.Lyall and Christina had an adventure and revenge to accomplish to restore peace to there Clans.Which turns out nicely.With the Extended Epilogue a nice finish to this story.Well written story .
The start was bit slow getting into this story.But once It got past the island of shadows,the story started to evolve nicely.Lyall and Christina had an adventure and revenge to accomplish to restore peace to there Clans.Which turns out nicely.With the Extended Epilogue a nice finish to this story.Well written story .
May 16, 2021
He was rescued on their isle, but was he an enemy?
He was washed ashore and they saved him, but they didn’t know if he was an enemy or not. When the island was attacked more questions arose. The Lairdess’ daughter wanted revenge for her friends death and left the island with the man they had saved. Many adventures followed them until it ended in a surprising victory.
He was washed ashore and they saved him, but they didn’t know if he was an enemy or not. When the island was attacked more questions arose. The Lairdess’ daughter wanted revenge for her friends death and left the island with the man they had saved. Many adventures followed them until it ended in a surprising victory.
April 16, 2021
Elusive peace and true lairds! Christina and Lyall, neither content with their lot in life; each yearning for something to feel complete. Clan war escalates into their lives. Satisfying tale of honor, greed, cruety and love. Enjoyed seeing all the characters grow and mature. 3 1/2 stars.
June 21, 2021
Awesome love story
What a wonderful love story! The trials that they had to get through before they could hope to find happiness. Once I started reading the story I couldn’t put it down until I finished it.
What a wonderful love story! The trials that they had to get through before they could hope to find happiness. Once I started reading the story I couldn’t put it down until I finished it.
June 30, 2021
Well written engaging tale that enticies the reader to turn the next page.
Oftentimes romances are too predictable, this is not. You never know what next might occur, but as you turn the pages. This is a great read for those of us who respect real talent.
Oftentimes romances are too predictable, this is not. You never know what next might occur, but as you turn the pages. This is a great read for those of us who respect real talent.
July 4, 2021
Absolutely Loved This Story!!
Just a great great book to have read. I loved the characters and storyline so much. So happy with how it ended too. I’m on to the next book. 💜💜💜💜💜😊😊😊😊😊🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💜💜
Just a great great book to have read. I loved the characters and storyline so much. So happy with how it ended too. I’m on to the next book. 💜💜💜💜💜😊😊😊😊😊🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💜💜
April 6, 2021
Loved it
A wonderful story of two people who should never have met coming together with love thru several trials and creating a new life and family
A wonderful story of two people who should never have met coming together with love thru several trials and creating a new life and family
April 10, 2021
Wow
This story is amazing. To find women warriors who truly are magnificent. Two people brought together for revenge, and much more. Highly recommend.
This story is amazing. To find women warriors who truly are magnificent. Two people brought together for revenge, and much more. Highly recommend.
April 16, 2021
Beautiful Romance
This was a good story. Our ancestors had a lot of wars to fight. I have found more of my ancestors from Scotland.
This was a good story. Our ancestors had a lot of wars to fight. I have found more of my ancestors from Scotland.
May 25, 2021
Great story
Really enjoyed this book. Could not wait to find out was to happen. Love the idea of a woman being lord of an island. This is a must read,
Really enjoyed this book. Could not wait to find out was to happen. Love the idea of a woman being lord of an island. This is a must read,
August 11, 2021
Great story
The characters were very real and engaging. I want to know what happens next. Please keep the story going. It is nice to see females with power.
The characters were very real and engaging. I want to know what happens next. Please keep the story going. It is nice to see females with power.
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October 23, 2021
Women Rule
A nice coming together a Clan of Warrior Women and a son of a clan who desired peace. Good tension and nice resolution.
A nice coming together a Clan of Warrior Women and a son of a clan who desired peace. Good tension and nice resolution.
October 23, 2021
Highland queen of shadows
Flash of clans but with a difference Realy enjoyed reading this book Recommend to any one who want Scottish romance
Flash of clans but with a difference Realy enjoyed reading this book Recommend to any one who want Scottish romance
October 26, 2021
Great story
Such an enchanting story of two clans that didn’t like the other and how they fought to come together in the end.
Such an enchanting story of two clans that didn’t like the other and how they fought to come together in the end.
January 17, 2022
Riveting!
This book had love, friendship, betrayal, and so much more! I loved it! I really like how Edward the Bruce was in the story!
This book had love, friendship, betrayal, and so much more! I loved it! I really like how Edward the Bruce was in the story!
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