Rhys Shaw
ALLi Author Member
Location: United States of America
Genres: Womens Fiction, Historical Fiction, Magical Realism, Fantasy
Rhys Shaw has always been interested in history, dilapidated ruins, stories of deceit and survival. Her belief that women are overlooked in history, or blamed for mankind’s unsavory decisions is the reigning theme behind her gritty realistic historical fantasy fiction books. In The Welexia Series, Rhys draws upon her love of story to bring the pages alive with the personal struggles and pain of strong female characters, taking us on their journey to overcome and thrive. Kirkyard Moon is a journey of discovery through loneliness, self doubt, and a friendship that defies time and death. Set in the beauty of Scotland, mixed with history and a hint of the supernatural, these are women you will grow to love and fight for.
Rhys Shaw's books
Genres: Historical Fiction, Womens Fiction, Fantasy
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 18+
Kirkyard Moon, set in Scotland, is a journey of discovery through loneliness, betrayal, found family, and benevolent spirits. It is a unique blend of the tragic Scottish witch trials—mixing history with a hint of the supernatural over the 18th and 20th centuries, and issues women still face today. Janet and Elspeth form a friendship that defies time and death. These are women you will love and fight for.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Womens Fiction
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
A hidden enemy in the kingdom threatens to tear Welexia apart. Queen Alaria must continue to remain strong for her family and all Welexians. This emotionally torn survivor must rule as her duties demand. An heir is imminent to her kingdom’s survival but is it wise for a royal wedding to proceed in a world of uncertainty and threats? She must draw on her learned wisdom to make a decision. As her dear friend slowly dies, memories of her mother's death return to the surface. Will this storm of emotions break her, or will she endure? A Queen’s Wisdom is the final, heart-pounding book in the Welexia medieval historical fiction series. If you like strong female characters—unafraid to break from tradition, in an all-inclusive world, then you’ll love Rhys Shaw’s gritty series.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Womens Fiction
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 18+
Desiring peace above all else, Queen Alaria is conflicted when it comes to condemning men to death. Even those who deserve to die. Disturbing news from a village in the north adds to the queen’s concerns of protecting her country from the wrath of the violent King of Restunia. Amidst all expectations, and her duties as queen, she is distracted by a handsome soldier. Not only have his rash decisions put the entire kingdom at risk, the more she learns about him and his role in her family’s captivity, she wonders if he is trustworthy, or deserving of her love. Weight Of Her Crown is the third book in The Welexia Series. Join Queen Alaria as she navigates the complicated realm of sovereignty. Love, loss, survival, and deceit continue in this richly painted saga set in a 14th century land.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Womens Fiction
Formats: E-Book, Paperback
Age Groups: 18+
Queen Alaria, and her father, King Oshinor of Welexia, are doing all they can to help their people recover and thrive. Now that the tyrant, Traintor, has fled to Restunia, life is again worth living. The king of Restunia, sworn enemy of Welexia, desires power over peace, and cannot be trusted. He despises Queen Alaria and will exploit whoever he needs to, including his only son. A Daughter Rules, the second book in The Welexia Series, continues Alaria’s journey in another action packed story of betrayal, grief, and overcoming obstacles. Facing attacks from both Traintor’s delusional supporters and Restunia means she must keep those she trusts near and those she doesn’t, even nearer. Survival is still a priority, but now she must also rescue someone much closer to her, before time runs out.
Genres: Historical Fiction, Womens Fiction
Formats: E-Book, Audio, Paperback
Age Groups: 18+
She’s used to wealth and comfort. When evil ransacks her home, will this brave young monarch trade her life for those she loves? Princess Alaria is desperate to shield her sisters. Pulled out of her bed by violent men during a coup, the thirteen-year-old royal still thinks quickly enough to shoulder the burden of protecting her younger siblings. But when a tyrant hurls their entire family into a hellhole of rot, vomit, and despair, she fears their fates are sealed. Sensing death waiting hungrily in the shadows, Alaria grows up fast as she watches her loved ones slowly fade into the grave. And clinging tightly to the hope of survival and freedom, she makes an unthinkable bargain with their captor. Can she snatch what’s left of her family from beneath death’s scythe? Someone’s Daughter is the gritty first book in the Welexia historical fantasy series. If you like strong female...