Author Visit: Elizabeth Clayton

Stop by anytime between 12 pm and 2 pm and speak to Elizabeth Clayton about her book, Shadow and Jewel.

In a kingdom fractured by greed and despair, two fates collide to challenge a king’s tyranny and ignite the embers of a long-forgotten legacy.

Layla, raised as the king’s precious jewel, is a princess trapped in a golden cage. She knows little of freedom but much of sacrifice. When betrayal strips her of her title and chains her to a life of servitude, she discovers the unlikeliest ally—a dragon’s egg pulsing with ancient power.

Avery, the shadow of a man once broken by a cruel world, has spent years trying to earn his freedom from the king’s service. Haunted by the ghosts of his past, he vows to honor the dying wish of his mentor and rescue Layla. But finding her means facing treachery at every turn and confronting emotions he has long buried.

As Layla’s bond with the first dragon in centuries grows stronger, and Avery becomes entangled in a rebellion that could reshape the kingdom, their worlds intertwine in ways neither could have foreseen. Together, they must navigate a web of danger and desire, torn between duty and the undeniable pull of their hearts.

With a kingdom’s future at stake and enemies closing in from all sides, Layla and Avery face a question with no easy answer: how much of themselves are they willing to sacrifice to protect those they love?

Shadow and Jewel is an epic fantasy filled with betrayal, redemption, and the kind of love that sets the world on fire. Perfect for readers who crave rich worlds, complex characters, and a spark of magic.

Elizabeth Clayton is an author who delights in weaving love and magic into every story. When she's not immersed in writing, or devouring a good book, she enjoys crocheting cozy creations. A devoted wife and mother, she spends her days at home with her two little ones, finding inspiration in the everyday magic of family life.