What Inspired You to Write About Sirens?
When I first began shaping Stone of Faith, I knew the story’s roots reached back into Stone of Lust. At the end of that book, the Stone of Faith wasn’t just discovered in the sea—it was lost there as well. That moment made it clear to me: this particular stone was water-bound, its magic tied to the depths. And so, the journey to recover it could never be told on land alone. It had to involve the ocean, with all its mystery, danger, and beauty.
Once that realization set in, I couldn’t resist the possibilities. What better way to explore a sea-bound tale than through pirates braving the waves and mermaids weaving between them? The combination promised adventure, peril, and romance in equal measure. And from there, the folklore of Lorelei rose to the surface—a figure steeped in myth and song, whose very name evokes both allure and tragedy.
For me, writing this book became about more than just chasing a magical stone. It was about creating a living, breathing world beneath the waves—a merpeople’s realm that felt as vast, ancient, and haunting as the sea itself. I craved the chance to give readers a glimpse of what I envision when I think of sirens: not only enchantresses bound to lure sailors, but complex souls with their own struggles, triumphs, and destinies.
In many ways, the ocean itself became a character in Stone of Faith—shaping the trials, the magic, and the romance at the heart of the story. Writing it allowed me to dive into folklore I’ve long loved and to bring to life the kind of myth-meets-fantasy adventure that has always called to me.
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STONE OF FAITH
Stones of Iona #6
Margaret Izard
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GENRE: Paranormal Romance
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BLURB:
The heart’s most extraordinary battle is the one fought for love.
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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As they lay on the deck, a hand touched his beard. “You aren’t a ghost?” Her whitened fingers came to her mouth, and then she licked them. “Flour?” The sight of her tongue flicking over her digits had Ewan biting back a groan. His gaze found her—electric blue eyes. Up close, white rings glowed around the edges as silver flecks sparkled in the middle. He coughed, and a puff of flour hit her face, making her scrunch her nose and then sneeze.
Ewan’s hand brushed her hair from her eyes, leaving a trail of white. “Bless ye.” He chuckled when more dust puffed at her. The flour was an old trick from his and Doug’s childhood. A prank they played on Mrs. A using her fright of Dunstaffnage Castle’s ghost to terrify her. When she discovered the missing flour and its usage, they both had to help her in the kitchen for a week. The chore wasn’t all bad. Mrs. A would take pity on them and feed them chocolate-chip cookies, their favorite.
Doug’s boots appeared beside him. “And what do we have here? A siren washed up on our deck?”
Ewan sat up, pulling the redhead with him. She followed, clinging to him as she shook.
His eyes roamed her body and found a gash on her leg. “A damsel in distress, Doug.”
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Margaret Izard is a multi-award-winning author of historical fantasy and paranormal romance novels. She spent her early years through college to adulthood dedicated to dance, theater, and performing. Over the years, she developed a love for great storytelling in different mediums. She does not waste a good story, be it movement, the spoken, or the written word. She discovered historical romance novels in middle school, which combined her passion for romance, drama, and fantasy. She writes exciting plot lines, steamy love scenes and always falls for a strong male with a soft heart. She lives in Houston, Texas, with her husband and adult triplets and loves to hear from readers.
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