The Heir of Shadow & Stone
Shadow & Stone Series
by Rue Volley
Publication Date: March 25, 2023
BRED TO KNEEL. BORN TO RISE.
A Maiden
Sixteen-year-old Everleigh Aeress has spent her life preparing to serve the Kingdom of Stone.
She's bathed in milk and lavender, worn fine silks, and sipped on vanilla honey chamomile tea to soothe and prepare her body for what's to come, along with the other Stone Maidens who were all chosen at birth by the purity stone.
Soon they will all face the trial of Acheron, their Serpent God, to prove they are worthy of carrying an heir to the throne.
A Future King
Arrowe Brumah spends his days charming whomever he desires, but none matter to the boy who longs to be King.
His heart belongs to no one. His true desire is power. His focus is on the crown.
But a chance meeting in the Library of Acheron threatens to unravel his plans when a girl with emerald green eyes unknowingly bewitches him.
A Vampire Prince
Cullen Moore, chosen heir to The Kingdom of Shadow, spends his days reading books and sipping on blood rose tea.
He longs for someone to challenge him. But none do.
Three-hundred years have passed since he received the immortal gift from his father, The King of Shadow, Raiden Moore, and he's given up on love.
But something threatens their Kingdom and every vampire behind the Shadow Gate.
Cullen's mother seeks his help, and he is happy to answer the call.
But what he finds outside the walls of The Kingdom of Shadow proves to be more than he could have ever imagined.
*This book is not meant for those who are easily offended by age-gap romances with vampires, forced captivity, toxic sexual relationships, morally gray characters, manipulative coercion, and opinions against organized religion and stripping women of their reproductive rights.
If you can handle all that, I welcome you to the world of Shadow and Stone.
This tale skillfully transports us across the realm, soaring through time with a myriad of magical beings, each bringing another missing sliver of their history pre-war & right back to the present. Be prepared for a darker journey in this age old battle of good vs. evil, magic vs. mortals, with a few taboo & triggering (for some) situations & sensitive topics. All well written & relevant to the era & stories entailed …. never too dark, simply adding to the individual characters’ roles, views, or experiences. This really is a great book!! There is so much happening within each border that kept my attention from the different backgrounds to learn & all the quirky, aggravating, & snarky attitudes involving all characters from royal families to vampires, shifters, fae, dragons, witches, & even mortals being held, brainwashed, & used. We are quickly brought up to date without skipping a beat, & you already know you’re being left begging for more! Book 2 …. I need you!!
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Wow! WOW!! Wow!!! I received my book box for The Heir of Shadow & Stone by Rue Volley & am blown away by all of the amazing items Rue put together for us! Not only are they gorgeous, but so fitting to this tale! I think my favorite item is the stunning little spoon with flavored tea! There’s also a mask pin, stickers, a lovely bookmark with a serpent, the map printed in color along with gorgeous artwork depicting scenes from the book, & a scroll letter with all the info. about the needs to knows & character notes. LOVE IT ALL! Huge thank you to Rue Volley for creating these amazing book boxes for us fans!! 
The Heir of Shadow and Stone is a dark and enticing read filled with everything my fantasy heart craves. Vampires, witches, shifters, dragons, a thrilling new world filled with danger, and even the hint of blooming romances... It kept me flipping pages until the very end. I loved every bit! I need the next book! ~ Cameo Renae - USA Today Bestselling Author
"With The Heir of Shadow and Stone, Volley delivers a daring fantasy in a dazzling new world, and I can't get enough!" ~ Casey L. Bond, award-winning author of Where Oceans Burn
"A detailed world like you've never seen. Rue showcases her talent to transport readers to new realms with the turn of every page. If you think you know the magnitude of her ink slinging, you haven't seen anything yet. Prepare to be blown away in the best way possible."
~ Stacey Rourke, award-winning author of The Journals of Octavia Hollows
"Rue has created a rich tapestry of haunting art woven with dark, fantastical history, memorable characters, and hidden truths that explore themes of inequality, racism, and women's rights." ~ Shyla Colt, USA Today Bestselling Author
Rue Volley is a USA Today Bestselling Author and award-winning screenwriter who is best known for creating compelling storylines with a multitude of twists and turns that leave her readers virtually speechless.
She specializes in paranormal romances that include otherworldly characters who, regardless of their supernatural abilities, feel oddly familiar, or in other words, human. This, coupled with her easy reading style, a wicked sense of humor, and excellent world-building skills, has garnered her a fiercely loyal fan base over the past decade who support her regardless of what genre she chooses to write in.
Some of her best works include Hemlock, The Dead Boy's Club, 13 Ways to Midnight, Hellhound, The Devil's Gate, and A Vampires Tale of Blood and Light. All of which utilize her skill at piecing together compelling dramas that highlight her love for vampires, witches, angels, and demons across many genres, including young adult, new adult, urban fantasy, and erotic romance.
Rue Volley's work seems to be synonymous with one phrase in the publishing world.
Thoroughly addictive.
She is accredited with two award-winning screenplays for film, Hellhound (original script, 2014) and Awakening (contributing screenwriter, 2015). IMDb: imdb.com/name/nm7043310/
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