Jayden Woods

Biography

Jayden Woods is the author's pen name. Jayden is a graduate of the University of Southern California's Writing for Screen and Television program. She lived and worked in Los Angeles for five years before leaving Hollywood to pursue her passion of writing prose and novels. Her published works include the various Tales of Mercia and the related "Sons of Mercia" trilogy, beginning with "Eadric the Grasper."

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Books

The Prince and the Pretender
Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 113,870. Language: English. Published: August 26, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » General, Fiction » Historical » General
To this day, the truth behind the supposed death and reemergence of the first "False" Dmitri remains a mystery. Explore this sordid and tragic tale of Tsarist Russia during the Time of Troubles through the eyes of young Xenia, daughter of Tsar Boris Godunov. Xenia must choose between love, lust, and family in the midst of scandals, war, and tragedy. Her decision will change the fate of all Russia.
Grand Traitor
Price: Free! Words: 37,310. Language: English. Published: March 1, 2013 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General
(5.00 from 2 reviews)
A foreigner surprises everyone in Castle Krondolee when she claims to possess the key to a room that has remained closed for centuries, its contents unknown. Arken Jeridar, descended from the god of greed, schemes to win the key for himself and the queen's love all at once. But success may come at a far greater cost than he ever expected.
Sands of Hanubi: Book 1
Series: Broken Balance, Book 3. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 112,920. Language: English. Published: November 22, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Romance » Fantasy
A devout disciple of a mighty god, a pirate, and a spoiled prince are all after the same young woman with a powerful gift: the ability to make gods mortal. Kaylen just wants to have a fun and free life, but as war brews among the gods, she must soon pick a side--or they will pick it for her.
Edric the Wild
Series: Sons of Mercia, Book 3. Price: $3.99 USD. Words: 244,800. Language: English. Published: October 1, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom, Fiction » Historical » Medieval
1059 AD: Edric, a young Anglo-Saxon, leads a pleasant life hunting in the woods or dancing in taverns until his Norman neighbor falsely accuses him of murder. Edric takes his first stance against the growing power of the Normans--a stance he soon holds for all of Saxon Engla-lond. This Robin Hood-esque story features many historical figures and villains cruel enough to be in a Grimm fairy tale.
Last Tales of Mercia 1-10
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 11. Price: Free! Words: 72,000. Language: English. Published: September 26, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom, Fiction » Historical » Medieval
(5.00 from 1 review)
The first Norman castle is being built in Engla-lond--whether the Anglo-Saxons want it or not. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. All ten stories form a prequel to the novel, "Edric the Wild." Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.
Last Tales of Mercia 10: Osbern the Son
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 10. Price: Free! Words: 6,240. Language: English. Published: September 2, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom, Fiction » Historical » Medieval
The keep of the Norman castle is finally finished. But when Osbern cannot convince the Saxon Edric to attend the celebration, his own resentment surfaces. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.
Last Tales of Mercia 9: Sigurd the Gleeman
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 9. Price: Free! Words: 8,190. Language: English. Published: August 19, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom, Fiction » Historical » Medieval
Sigurd, once a minstrel and royal courtier, struggles to determine the nature of his relationship with Thegn Godric when Lord Alfric enters his life. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.
Last Tales of Mercia 8: Audrey the Slave
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 8. Price: Free! Words: 7,780. Language: English. Published: July 27, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom
Audrey schemes to escape from slavery at Lord Richard's castle. But the cruel knight Geoffrey keeps a close watch on her every move. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series and each other, they can be read independently.
Last Tales of Mercia 7: Godric the Thegn
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 7. Price: Free! Words: 7,270. Language: English. Published: July 4, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom, Fiction » Historical » Medieval
When Richard FitzScrob asks Godric to hunt for the youth who desecrated his castle, Godric's loyalty to King Edward and the Normans will be put to the test. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.
Last Tales of Mercia 6: Hereward the Outlaw
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 6. Price: Free! Words: 7,060. Language: English. Published: June 20, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom, Fiction » Historical » Medieval
Young Hereward ("the Wake") finds out that a Norman castle is being built in Shropshire and rides with a group of rowdy boys to cause trouble. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.
Last Tales of Mercia 5: Osgifu the Sister
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 5. Price: Free! Words: 8,480. Language: English. Published: June 14, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom
Osgifu finds out that her sister, Elwyna, may soon be hanged for murder. She faces a hard decision of whether to leave matters to fate or oppose the Normans. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.
Last Tales of Mercia 4: Ralph the Knight
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 4. Price: Free! Words: 6,750. Language: English. Published: June 4, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom
When a fight between a Norman and a Saxon gets out of hand, Sir Ralph must employ the help of a knight named Geoffrey to cover up the unfortunate incident. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.
Last Tales of Mercia 3: Elwyna the Exile
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 3. Price: Free! Words: 7,620. Language: English. Published: May 25, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » Medieval, Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom
To obtain timber for Richard's castle, two Normans will cruelly take advantage of Elwyna's hidden home in the woods unless she finds a way to stop them. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.
Last Tales of Mercia 2: Richard the Norman
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 2. Price: Free! Words: 6,370. Language: English. Published: May 6, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom, Fiction » Historical » Medieval
When King Edward calls on his allies for military support, the Norman lord Richard FitzScrob must take drastic measures to make his Saxon subjects obedient. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.
Last Tales of Mercia 1: Emma the Queen
Series: Last Tales of Mercia, Book 1. Price: Free! Words: 7,620. Language: English. Published: April 27, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » United Kingdom, Fiction » Historical » Medieval
To prove her innocence of crimes against her own son, King Edward, Emma of Normandy must walk barefoot over nine scalding ploughshares and come out unscathed. Set in the Dark Ages of Engla-lond, the "Last Tales of Mercia" are ten short stories featuring real historical figures and characters from the "Sons of Mercia" series. Though strongly connected to the series, they can be read independently.
Ashes of Dearen: Book 2
Series: Broken Balance, Book 2. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 119,320. Language: English. Published: January 30, 2012 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » Epic, Fiction » Fantasy » General
(4.50 from 2 reviews)
Four desperate characters struggle to maintain power in a world with limited safra, the mysterious drug that once provided happiness. With the help of the gods, two leaders will wage bloody war in the Three Nations. But in a world where few can be trusted, even the gods must be questioned. What is the cost of happiness? Is a balance possible? Or is complete destruction the only obtainable peace?
Ashes of Dearen: Book 1
Series: Broken Balance, Book 1. Price: Free! Words: 93,330. Language: English. Published: November 5, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Fantasy » General, Fiction » Romance » Fantasy
(3.50 from 2 reviews)
A red-eyed assassin, an unready princess, a sadistic politician, and an adulterous queen all desire the secret behind a magical dust known as safra. Safra is said to bring happiness, but these characters’ quest to obtain it will bring three great nations to the brink of warfare.
Godric the Kingslayer
Series: Sons of Mercia, Book 2. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 171,510. Language: English. Published: September 26, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Romance » Historical » General, Fiction » Historical » General
Eadric Streona's bastard son trains among Vikings and watches as his father's killer, Canute the Great, gains power beyond England and the Baltic Seas. Godric reenters the English court and attempts to gain King Canute's trust. He serves his greatest enemy so that he may understand why his father died and avenge him to the fullest. But will King Canute's death be enough to fulfill him?
The Lost Tales of Mercia
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 11. Price: Free! Words: 69,530. Language: English. Published: March 25, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General, Fiction » Adventure » General
(4.50 from 2 reviews)
Read all ten Lost Tales compiled in one edition. Ten short stories explore Anglo-Saxon England through the eyes of ten intertwined lives: from a blushing maid to a bold mother, from a daring soldier to an unready king, and many others. The tales introduce the people who will fight, love, and betray each other until the rightful king claims the throne in the novel, "Eadric the Grasper."
Eadric the Grasper
Series: Sons of Mercia, Book 1. Price: $2.99 USD. Words: 146,020. Language: English. Published: January 14, 2011 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
This action-adventure laced with romance follows the “worst Briton of the 11th century” (BBC History Magazine), Eadric Streona, through his journey from poverty to power. Eadric will do anything to achieve a peaceful life for himself and his true love—even betray his country and put a Viking on the English throne. But what if his greatest opponent is the same person he wishes to save?
The Tenth Lost Tale of Mercia: Edmund the Aetheling
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 10. Price: Free! Words: 6,510. Language: English. Published: September 20, 2010 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
In the final Lost Tale, prince Edmund suspects a plot against his father's life. He turns to his siblings, Aydith and Aethelstan, for help, but King Ethelred heeds none of them. Will they ever find someone they can trust? “The Lost Tales of Mercia” are ten short stories set in Viking Age England. They introduce the characters of the novel, "Eadric the Grasper," but each story stands alone.
The Ninth Lost Tale of Mercia: Runa the Wife
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 9. Price: Free! Words: 7,900. Language: English. Published: September 6, 2010 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
Runa expects to live her entire life isolated in the woods until she meets Thorkell the Tall. She tries to conform to society through a traditional marriage, but at a very high cost to them both. The Lost Tales are ten short stories set in Viking Age England (and related areas). They introduce the characters of the novel, "Eadric the Grasper," but each story stands alone.
The Eighth Lost Tale of Mercia: Canute the Viking
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 8. Price: Free! Words: 8,700. Language: English. Published: August 23, 2010 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
As a teenager, Canute struggles to find his place among differing religions. An unexpected relationship with another Jomsviking, forbidden by the Christians, may force him to choose a god. The Lost Tales are ten short stories set in Viking Age England (and related areas). They introduce the characters of the novel, "Eadric the Grasper," but each story stands alone.
The Seventh Lost Tale of Mercia: Hildred the Maid
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 7. Price: Free! Words: 7,240. Language: English. Published: August 9, 2010 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
In the year 1005 A.D., a terrible famine strikes Engla-lond. When a poor young woman named Hildred grows desperate enough to break the law for her survival, a rising thegn named Eadric takes her fate in his hands. “The Lost Tales of Mercia” are ten short stories set in Viking Age England. They introduce the characters of the novel, "Eadric the Grasper," but each story stands independently.
The Sixth Lost Tale of Mercia: Hastings the Hearth Companion
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 6. Price: Free! Words: 7,240. Language: English. Published: July 26, 2010 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
“The Lost Tales of Mercia” are ten short stories set in England near the end of the Viking Age. These swashbuckling tales, based heavily on true events, educate and entertain simultaneously. In the Sixth Tale, a royal retainer named Hastings fights for his country and the Golden Cross, but entertains unrealistic notions of how his mistress, Aetheling Aydith, might reward him.
The Fifth Lost Tale of Mercia: Alfgifu the Orphan
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 5. Price: Free! Words: 8,130. Language: English. Published: July 12, 2010 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
“The Lost Tales of Mercia” are ten short stories set in England near the end of the Viking Age. These swashbuckling tales, based heavily on true events, educate and entertain simultaneously. The Fifth Tale is the wildest yet. Meet a spited orphan named Alfgifu and the young Viking King, Canute. Together, they may be strong enough to defeat the crafty Eadric Streona.
The Fourth Lost Tale of Mercia: Athelward the Historian
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 4. Price: Free! Words: 7,180. Language: English. Published: June 29, 2010 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
“The Lost Tales of Mercia” is a series of ten short stories set in England near the end of the Viking Age. These swashbuckling tales educate and entertain simultaneously. In this tale, Lord Athelward, an ealdorman who also wants to write history, finds his peace of mind disturbed when a strange woman named Golde and her young son Eadric show up on his doorstep with a ridiculous proposal.
The Third Lost Tale of Mercia: Aydith the Aetheling
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 3. Price: Free! Words: 5,540. Language: English. Published: June 25, 2010 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
(5.00 from 1 review)
“The Lost Tales of Mercia” are ten short stories that can be enjoyed as quick glimpses into the swashbuckling history of ancient England or read in addendum to the novel, "Eadric the Grasper." Aydith is a young aetheling whose distrust of the Norsemen often gets dismissed. With the encouragement of a kind hearth companion named Hastings, she might find another way to aid her country.
The Second Lost Tale of Mercia: Ethelred the King
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 2. Price: Free! Words: 6,240. Language: English. Published: June 20, 2010 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
(5.00 from 1 review)
"The Lost Tales of Mercia" are ten short tales that can be enjoyed as quick glimpses into the swashbuckling history of ancient England or read alongside the full-length novel, "Eadric the Grasper." Young Ethelred wants little more than to impress his half-brother, Edward. But when a conspiracy develops against Edward's future reign, Ethelred finds himself at the center of its success.
The First Lost Tale of Mercia: Golde the Mother
Series: Lost Tales of Mercia, Book 1. Price: Free! Words: 5,460. Language: English. Published: June 20, 2010 . Categories: Fiction » Historical » General
(4.33 from 3 reviews)
"The Lost Tales of Mercia" are ten short tales that can be enjoyed as quick glimpses into the swashbuckling history of ancient England or read alongside the full-length novel, "Eadric the Grasper." In the First Lost Tale, the resolve of Eadric's mother is put to the test when a dangerous but powerful man appears on her doorstep.

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Smashwords book reviews by Jayden Woods

  • Chivalry: A Jake Savage Adventure on Sep. 05, 2011

    A grim story with raw, shameless details and a sparkle of the supernatural. Great pacing, with just enough explanation to keep you on track without ever revealing the destination. I enjoyed it.