Want your next dark, epic fantasy series? I’ve got you! But there’s a catch
Did I mention the love interest in this series is a literal horseman of the apocalypse 😅
If you’re looking for your next book with:
Found friendship/found family vibes
One FMC who’s a monster
Another FMC who’s a shadow mommy
A book where the enemies won’t become lovers until WELL into the series
A true slow burn
A dark, folkloric atmosphere with cryptids, monsters, toxic small town vibes, and mysteries in the mountains
Unraveling forgotten memories
A dystopian style apocalypse with magic and wrathful gods
And more?
I have good news in bad news.
The good news?
It’s real, it’s coming, and it will be here before you know it!
The bad news:
You have to wait til July 13, 2027 for it to hit shelves.
Pre-orders go live soon, though! A cover reveal is on its way in less than a MONTH!
Along with it, you’ll see pre-orders go up along with the first round of ARC sign ups. ARCs will get it around April of next year at the soonest.
Don’t want to miss an update? Follow me here, or sign up for my mailing list. I also have a Reader Group on Facebook! Comment “Group” if you want me to send you the link to join 😉
Until then, enjoy this small teaser*
*Actual lines in final rendition subject to change post edits. But the essence of the story will remain intact 🥰
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As a fan of dark, epic fantasy myself, I find the premise of this series incredibly intriguing—especially with a love interest who is literally a horseman of the apocalypse. It’s quite refreshing to see a romance that takes its time, with enemies not becoming lovers until much later in the series. This slow burn approach really allows characters to develop in a richer and more complex way. The blend of folkloric elements like cryptids and monsters with a toxic small-town setting adds layers of atmospheric tension that fans of dark fantasy crave. From personal experience, such settings allow you to immerse yourself into a haunting yet captivating world where mysteries unravel alongside characters’ forgotten memories. I’m particularly excited about the dystopian apocalypse angle combined with magic and wrathful gods. These elements promise a story packed with tension, high stakes, and moral complexity. The mention that the love interest thrives on destruction sounds like a fascinating dynamic, creating an unpredictable relationship that keeps readers on edge. If you enjoy stories about found family and multifaceted female main characters—like one being a monster and another a shadow mommy—this series sounds like it could be a perfect fit. The layering of friendship, family, and survival within a dark, magical apocalypse provides ample material for emotional depth and thrilling plot twists. Marking my calendar for July 13, 2027, and already anticipating the cover reveal and pre-order launch on July 17, 2026. For those who want to stay updated and connect with fellow readers, joining the author's mailing list or reader group is a great way to share excitement and insider news. All in all, this upcoming fantasy series promises to deliver a unique blend of dark, folklore-rich storytelling with complex characters and intense emotional journeys—definitely a must-read for fans of the genre.
