Imagine how surprised 20th century Janet Murray is to meet her 18th century flatmate, Elspeth. It isn’t everyday you discover a spirit lives inside you.
Shy, socially awkward, and confused—Janet is just trying to find a place in the world where she belongs. Performing medical procedures on strangers whilst in a kind of daydream, isn’t helping her confidence at all. Can she tell anyone what she’s going through without them thinking she’s gone mad?
Elspeth endures spousal abuse and is accused of being a witch by those who claim to love her. The women form an unlikely friendship that defies time and death. Both women have much to learn from one another if they can figure out how to communicate.
Will Elspeth’s history inspire Janet to step outside her comfort zone, learn to trust, and even help others?
Kirkyard Moon is a historical fantasy fiction book bringing two very different women together, all set in the natural beauty and brutal reality of Scotland’s history with witchcraft. Rhys Shaw’s novel blends the plight of women from the past and present day, reminding us of our strength when we support one another.
Kirkyard Moon - Coming Mid-October 2025
Someone's Daughter
How far would you go to save your own family? Princess Alaria of Welexia must make brave decisions or her family will die slow, agonizing deaths. With the king overthrown, the young princess shoulders a heavy burden. It is her fate.
A Daughter Rules
Alaria's journey continues in another action packed story of betrayal, grief, and overcoming obstacles. She must keep those she trusts near, and those she doesn't even nearer. She must also rescue someone close to her, before time runs out.
Weight of Her Crown
Alaria navigates the complicated realm of sovereignty, amidst love, loss, survival, and deceit. She is conflicted when it comes to condemning men to death... even those who deserve to die. Will her heart betray her duty?
A Queen's Wisdom
A personal attack from Restunia, gives pause for important planned events. Facing betrayal from dear ones, and imminent death of loved ones, gives Queen Alaria much to consider. Re-enter Welexia in this heart-pounding final book of the series.
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.
★★★★★ “This dark story is written exceptionally well and the tension is a constant roller coaster of emotion. I couldn't put it down.”
★★★★★ “Rhys Shaw’s powerful novel is a tale of violence against women set in a medieval fantasy world resembling a twisted fairy tale out of 14th Century Europe.”
★★★★★ “Diving into this world of castles, treachery, and royalty was a wonderful escape. Of course, now I can’t wait to see what happens next. This story reminded me of the Game of Thrones only less violent. I appreciate the dialog and dialect befitting medieval royalty.”
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