Kingdom of Shadows: An utterly enchanting historical novel from the Sunday Times bestselling author!

Gorgeous repackage of Barbara Erskine’s first novel, blending history, family legacy and contemporary passion In a childless and unhappy marriage, Clare Royland is rich and beautiful – but lonely. And fueling her feelings of isolation is a strange, growing fascination with an ancestress from the distant past. Troubled by haunting inexplicable dreams that terrify – but also powerfully compel – her, Clare is forced to look back through the centuries for answers. In 1306, Scotland is at war. Isobel, Countess of Buchan, faces fear and the prospect of untimely death as the fighting surrounds her. But passionate and headstrong, her trials escalate when she is persecuted for her part in crowning Robert the Bruce, her lover. Duncairn, Isobel's home and Clare's beloved heritage, becomes a battleground for passions that span the centuries. As husband Paul's recklessness threatens their security, Clare must fight to save Duncairn, and to save herself from the powers of Isobel… Readers LOVE Barbara Erskine: ‘Atmospheric’ ????? ‘Enthralling’ ????? ‘Spellbinding’ ????? ‘Another fabulous read from the mistress of the genre’ ????? ‘Immensely and deeply immersive fiction’ ????? ‘I loved every minute’ ????? ‘An exceptional writer of great books’ ????? ‘You can rely on this author to keep you wanting more’ ????? ‘A joy to read’ ????? ‘Captivating and engrossing’ ????? In Kingdom of Shadows, the bestselling author Barbara Erskine takes us on a historical journey filled with romance and military strategies. This top-rated book is a testament to her status as a Sunday Times bestselling author. For fans of Christina Courtenay (Legacy of the Runes), Elena Collins (The Lady of the Loch), Lucinda Riley (The Seven Sisters), Kate Mosse (The Map of Bones), and Elizabeth Chadwick (The Royal Rebel).