Spotlight: Stone of Faith by Margaret Izard

“The Stone of Faith holds the power to save them—or destroy everything they love.”

Welcome to my stop on today’s Goddess Fish Promotions tour for Stone of Faith by Margaret Izard — a sweeping paranormal romance wrapped in Fae magic, ghostly adventures, and the kind of destiny-driven love that makes you believe in fate all over again.

This story blends time travel, enchanted portals, pirate lore, family legacy, and a siren’s fight for freedom. Captain Ewan MacDougall sails between worlds with a ghostly crew, freeing enslaved people and carrying the weight of magic passed down through generations. Lorelei, a siren bound to a cruel master, longs for escape — until one daring pirate sees her in a way no one else can. Their connection sparks hope, danger, and a race to uncover the legendary Stone of Faith before dark forces claim them both.

If you love paranormal elements, Fae mythology, ghost crews, and high-stakes romance woven with rich world-building, this one will absolutely lure you in.

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📝 All About the Book

Stone of Faith
By Margaret Izard
Series: Stones of Iona #6
Published by Wild Rose Press on September 2025
Genres: Paranormal, Romance
Formats: eBook, Hardcover, Paperback
Pages: 246

Haunted by a family legacy that threads magic through the ages, Captain Ewan MacDougall and his ghostly crew sail between worlds—freeing enslaved people. A worthy goal, yet he longs for what eludes him—true love. When he crosses paths with a legendary siren of the sea, bound to a cruel, power-hungry madman, Ewan finds the woman destined to claim his heart.

Trapped and forced to use her voice to lure ships into the clutches of evil, the spark in Ewan’s eyes awakens hope in Lorelei’s soul—a chance to break free and protect her Fae family. Yet, the wicked monster holding her captive will stop at nothing to kill the human who touches and loves her as no one has ever done before.

Will the fated connection they share break the chains of dark magic or claim two more victims in a quest to find the Stone of Faith?

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📜 Excerpt from Stone of Faith

Before we dive deeper into today’s spotlight, enjoy this exciting moment from Stone of Faith. This scene captures the very first spark between Captain Ewan MacDougall and the mysterious siren only he can see — a meeting woven with magic, danger, and fate. It sets the tone for the sweeping paranormal romance that follows, filled with ghostly crews, time portals, and a connection powerful enough to defy both worlds.

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The cannons drowned out Low’s response as Ewan spied the woman again, standing on the bow alone—the same as she had every time he’d robbed Low. No one else seemed to see her, and the battle raged on without hitting her her once.

As the wind tossed her bright red hair, the mane spread around her head. That scent—fresh seaweed and sun-warmed air—washed over him, just as it did every time he saw her. Her cream-colored skin glowed. When their eyes connected, a blush rose on her cheeks. She possessed Fae eyes, a brilliant white-blue that shone on their own. A siren she was, a woman from his dreams. Someone, no one else saw but Ewan. She took his breath away each time, touching his soul and making his heart beat harder. Butterflies erupted in his belly.

He whispered, “Tha thu bòidheach.” You’re beautiful.

Doug shifted in front of him, breaking the spell. The sounds of the battle rushed back like a freight train.

His friend yelled, “Ewan, ye must shift us before the ship breaks up! We’ve taken the plunder and already freed the slaves. It’s time for Blackbeard’s ghost to disappear.”

Cannon fire broke apart pieces of his prized ship. Doug was right. It was past time to disappear.
Ewan gathered energy, concentrating on the Chapel in the Woods at Dunstaffnage Castle in the future. He thrust his hand out, opening the portal, and sent a ball of energy through. He called the ship, and all within forward in time.

The world swirled, and the ship tilted as Doug’s cheer rang in Ewan’s ears, drowning out all sound when the vessel flew through space and time, popping out of the chapel door and landing in the loch beyond Dunstaffnage Caste, rocking a bit from the force. He and Doug tumbled on the chapel floor, coming to rest, lying on their backs. The crew Ewan knew faded—spirits brought back to serve him who dissipated with his spell. Ewan lay there for a moment, allowing his body and mind to rest. Doug did too, their breaths echoing in the empty nave.

Boot steps sounded, and before Ewan could rise, his da’s angry face appeared over him, upside down. “About damn time ye returned! I’ve waited half a day for ye to get yer pirate ass home!”
His da strode away, calling out when he neared the chapel door, “Both ye sorry mongrels get yer asses into the study! And, Ewan, make that scraggly beard disappear!”

Ewan sat up, waving at his chin, the long hair fading as Doug stood. “Mr. Mac, it’s just a bit of fun, that’s all!”

Colin Roderick MacDougall stopped, straightened his back, and turned slowly.

His angry countenance was one Ewan rarely witnessed. “Just a bit of fun, Douglas MacArthur? Just a bit of fun?”

His da fisted his hands. “Yer pirate games have gone too far!” He slashed his hand to the side. “The study, now!” The last he bellowed, echoing beyond the chapel.

Ewan stood, knowing his da’s wrath did not easily rise to the surface. Even when disciplining his children, except when… “Wait, Da, what has happened?” He and his sister Evie had gotten away with so much as kids and on into adulthood. Most of the time, his da had grunted while applauding their Fae skills. But when a Fae Fable showed and a magic Iona stone needing hunting for the Fae…
His sire pointed a finger at him. “A Fae fable has appeared. That’s what’s happened!” He strode to Ewan and aimed the finger, hitting Ewan’s broad chest, jabbing when he yelled, “The Stone of Faith!”

Ewan blinked. The Stone of Faith fable had two stories they knew of—both including the Stone of Lust.

Ewan tilted his head. “Ainslie’s story or the other one of the island and treasure?”

His da folded his arms, then growled his answer. “The island of treasure.” He leaned forward till their noses nearly touched. “And the tale is not about yer ma. The fable’s one of its own, and the damn thing has an ending!” He turned and strode out of the chapel.

Ewan blinked. “The Stone of Faith has a fable?”

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📚 Where to Find Stone of Faith

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More About the Stones of Iona Series

Books 1 - 6

 

Stones of Iona Series

Stone of Love, book 1. 2024 Reader’s Favorite Honorable Mention Romance Sci-fi/Fantasy Award Winner! Colin and Breille’s story. American scholar starts a new life by renovating a Scottish chapel as a Fae’s prophecy sends her through time into the arms of the modern Scottish Laird, posing as his ancestor who must find a magic Fae stone to bring order to the realms.

Stone of Fear, book 2. John and Marie’s story. A Scottish expert on religious buildings finds herself kidnapped and forced to search for a magic Fae stone as a Fae prophecy sends her lover chasing her through time to save her and the realms from evil.

Stone of Lust, book 3. Ainslie’s story (Colin’s sister). A modern woman attempts to save her kidnapped sister-in-law when she comes face to face with the Viking warrior of her dreams as a Fae prophecy demands she search for a magic Fae stone, but is his love worth risking her future?

Thistle in the Mistletoe, a Christmas companion book. Mary and Roderick (Colin’s identical ancestor in the past). An innocent highland beauty seeks peace in a forced marriage to her clan’s greatest enemy as betrayal looms from within; she only hopes to find true love.

Stone of Hope, book 4. Dominic’s story (Brielle’s brother). Adrenaline junkie, special ops hunk, finds himself hunting a magic Fae stone as his niece and nephew, who possess Fae powers, land them in the middle of the 1930s Egyptian dig of an attractive archaeologist whose archenemy attempts to steal her work.

Stone of Doubt, book 5. Evie’s story. (Colin and Bree’s daughter) A human with Fae powers finds herself fulfilling an old magic stone prophecy as her lost dream boy, now a man, must rescue her from the cruel grip of an evil monster and save the realms. Here's my spotlight on Stone of Doubt.

Highlander’s Holly and Ivy, a Christmas companion bookcoming November 2025. Features Alex MacDougall, Mary and Roderick from Thistle in the Mistletoe son. A forbidden love between a Highlander and an English lady intertwines with magic, betrayal, and the fate of a nation as they fight to unite their worlds and reclaim Scotland’s legacy.

Stone of Faith, book 6 Ewan’s Story. (Evie’s twin brother) A cursed pirate captain and an enslaved siren defy a power-hungry madman—and fate itself—to claim a love that spans centuries as they save the human and Fae realms.

Stone of Destiny, book 7. Katerine MacArthur, Evie’s BFF love story. A woman torn between fate and forbidden love must defy a Fae prophecy and battle dark forces to reclaim her future—and the heart of the Fae warrior she can’t forget. Coming Soon

Evergreen Evermore, a Christmas companion book coming 2026

This series leads into another connected series, Dragons of Tantallon, a dragon-shapeshifter series revolving around the magic Iona Stones.

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🖋️ Guest Post by Margaret Izard

Discuss the world you’ve created for the book

The world of Stone of Faith is both familiar and brand new within the Stones of Iona series. The
foundation of the series has always been Scotland—its castles, rugged landscapes, and deep-
rooted myths—but this book dives beneath the waves into an entirely new realm. Because the
Stone of Faith is water-bound, I wanted readers to experience the sea as more than a
backdrop—it becomes its own living, breathing world.

In this story, you’ll find pirates and ships braving dangerous waters, but also the enchanted realm
of the merpeople, inspired by the folklore of the siren Lorelei. I envisioned a kingdom beneath
the sea, with coral palaces, shimmering light, and dangers lurking in the depths. It’s a place of
both beauty and peril, where love and freedom are hard-won.

At the same time, the book continues to connect back to the MacDougall family saga and the
ongoing conflict between the Tuatha Dé Danann and the dark Fae. So while readers are swept
into an underwater adventure, they’re also still rooted in the larger tapestry of the series. For me,
this world is about contrast—land and sea, freedom and captivity, love and sacrifice—all
interwoven with magic.

 

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✍️Meet the Author

Margaret Izard is a multi-award-winning author of historical fantasy and paranormal romance. With a lifelong background in dance, theater, and creative performance, she brings movement, emotion, and dramatic flair into every story she writes. She fell in love with historical romance in middle school, where deep emotion, sweeping adventures, and touches of magic first captured her imagination.

Today, she writes books filled with rich world-building, steamy chemistry, strong-hearted heroes, and heroines who fight for their freedom and their families. Margaret lives in Houston, Texas, with her husband and adult triplets — and she always loves hearing from readers.

Connect with Margaret Izard:
Website | Instagram | Facebook | Amazon | Goodreads | Threads | Bluesky  |  Twitter/X

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🌟 Closing Notes

Thank you for joining me on today’s spotlight stop for Stone of Faith! Paranormal romance lovers, Fae mythology fans, and readers who adore magic-touched destiny will find so much to love in this richly imagined world.

Be sure to follow the rest of the tour for more excerpts, interviews, and behind-the-scenes fun — and don’t forget to enter the giveaway before you go!

If you’ve read Stone of Doubt or other books by Margaret Izard, feel free to share your thoughts in the comments. I always love hearing what you're reading!

Good luck, and happy reading! 💛

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🎁 Giveaway!

Enter below for your chance to win Margaret Izard will be awarding a Stone of Faith Book Swag Box (a $100 value!) to one lucky winner.—courtesy of the author.

The Stone of Doubt Book Swag Box

Teardrop Lab Sapphire Necklace
Signed copy of the book.
Large Stone of Doubt book bag
Small Stone of Doubt book bag
Insulated wine glass with Stone of Doubt logo
Dublin shot glass with etched Stone of Doubt logo
Stone of Doubt bookmark
Stone of Doubt recipe card
Wild Rose Press (publisher) 2025 calendar (While supplies last)

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