by admin | Apr 18, 2025 | Fantasy |
‘What the gods give with one hand, they take away with the other, for if you are gifted, you shall also be cursed.’—–In the Ember Kingdom, a dying land ravaged by famine and disease, Daleth, the Witch-King, plots his conquest of the neighbouring Freestates. Gifted with eternal youth, his power is responsible for the decay afflicting his realm, and now other kingdoms must fall to quench his insatiable thirst for life.However, on the cusp of the invasion, Maya, a huntress, is arrested, a young outcast is enlisted into the Witch-King’s army, and soldiers kill an old farmer’s wife. Three minor events that nonetheless have the potential to alter the destiny of generations.For Maya is gifted with the ability to heal and can influence the hearts and minds of men if she but finds the strength to do so. The recruit carries a gift of reading thoughts and harbours no loyalty for the king he serves. As for the vengeful farmer … he’s an ancient warrior gifted in reaping souls who now seeks to fulfil a long-forgotten oath against unbeatable odds.The world will soon be soaked by the blood of war, but as the fates of these strangers entwine, the faint light of hope begins to flicker. Alliances will have to be forged, enemies convinced to become friends, and a spark of love given a chance to become a flame for there to be a chance to fight the encroaching darkness of the Witch-King’s evil.—–The Gifted and The Cursed. An epic fantasy series set in a dystopian land, with heroes that are at times more demonic than the evil they face. The bloody battles, quests for revenge and fights for survival are artfully balanced with light romance, tales of redemption, and the breath-taking beauty of Maya’s gift.—–Order now and feel the magic!—–What reviewers are saying:????? ‘Compelling world building and brilliantly original (and diverse) characters promise that this will develop into an excellent epic fantasy.’????? ‘The book’s greatest strength is its taut storytelling; the author never allowing the reader any unnecessary deviations which could possibly slow them down. The pace is remorseless.’????? ‘I truly loved Marcus’ writing, it read perfectly to me, and by perfectly, I mean it is exactly the tone and style of writing I adore in fantasy. It made me feel like I was reliving a tale told by someone who knew the characters and witnessed the story unravel.’????? ‘This has been one of my better reads of this year. It has a great cast of characters, multiple POV’s, a hard rules-based magic system, a touching romance and left me wanting more from this author.’????? ‘A fantastic read. Kings and Daemons gripped me from the 1st page and never let up. Brilliant!’—–For lovers of Epic Fantasy, Fantasy Adventure, Dark Fantasy, Sword & Sorcery, Fantasy Romance, Coming of Age, Action & Adventure.
by admin | Apr 18, 2025 | Fantasy |
Grand Prize Winner of the 2023 CIBA OVERALL BEST BOOKGrand Prize Winner of the 2024 CIBA BEST SERIESOZMA Grand Prize Winner for Fantasy Fiction 2023He wakes with nothing but a prophecy and a letter that makes him question everything.In a kingdom where magic means death and prophecies foretell destruction, Zephyrus finds himself trapped between two impossible destinies: a letter naming him an emissary of peace, and a prophecy marking him as either savior or destroyer. But with his memories shattered and his closest friend murdered before his eyes, even survival seems like a distant hope.Forced into the arena as a gladiator in the royal games, Zephyrus must navigate a deadly web of court intrigue, divine manipulation, and his own fractured past. Every victory brings him closer to freedom, but also closer to uncovering a truth that could tear the kingdom apart. As gods wage their own wars using mortals as pawns, Zephyrus must decide:Will he become the weapon of liberation his people need, or the peacemaker his enemies claim he was meant to be?Yet the most dangerous game isn’t in the arena… It’s in the shadows of the court, where queens plot secret revolutions, princes play with fire and call it “honor and justice,” and even the gods themselves can’t be trusted. With his very identity hanging in the balance, Zephyrus must answer one question before it’s too late:How do you choose your destiny when you can’t remember who you were meant to be?First in a completed trilogy that readers call “breathtaking,” “masterfully crafted,” and “impossible to put down,” THE SCALES OF BALANCE weaves prophecy, betrayal, and divine intervention into an epic tale of survival, defiance, and the price of freedom.Perfect for readers who love:High Stakes Arena Combat Complex Political IntrigueFantasy Prophecies & Real World ApplicationsMilitary fantasy with Magical ElementsStories of Identity, Destiny, and RedemptionSPARTACUS meets GAME OF THRONES in a world magic, mythology, and warring gods in this completed, award-winning Epic Fantasy trilogy.
by admin | Apr 18, 2025 | Christian Fiction |
Millie Evans has changed. She wants to leave her sordid life behind, while her brother chooses to join a gang of outlaws to get a stake for the future. Millie leaves her angry brother, hoping her cousin in Cheyenne can help her start a new life. But partway into her trip, David Stone boards the stage, and Millie’s confronted with her past. She and her brother had tried to swindle David out of his fortune, and now he’s decided to return home to England. Millie expresses her remorse and even returns items she stole from David, but he remains unconvinced. That doubt is intensified when the stage is held up by her brother’s gang. David finds Millie fighting beside him, even though her brother is mortally wounded. As the journey continues, can he believe her heart has changed? Will they allow God’s forgiveness to complete the transformation, or will the past prove too much to overcome?
by admin | Apr 18, 2025 | Fantasy |
Six runaway brides find themselves drawn to fierce alpha dragon shifters determined to protect them. But when vengeful ex-fiancés return, love is tested in a dangerous fight for survival. Can love conquer the past, or will it all end in chaos and bloodshed?
by admin | Apr 17, 2025 | Historical Fiction |
As World War Two looms closer, a young woman travels to a far-off tropical paradise on the promise of a new life, in this powerful and emotionally gripping love story.Penang, 1939: As Evie steps off the boat, the tang of exotic scents in the air almost overwhelms her. Her heart beating wildly, she looks out over the lush landscape she will now call home, and prays she hasn’t made a terrible mistake.What was she thinking, accepting a proposal of marriage from a man she met only once, years ago? The truth is, Douglas Barrington made an indelible impression on her, and Evie’s adventurous spirit couldn’t resist the chance to travel to this far-flung paradise to marry him. But as Evie adjusts to the sultry heat and explores the island, swimming in its cooling waters and learning who she can trust among the gossiping ex-pat crowd at the tennis club, she wonders why Douglas invited her here only to desert her? And why won’t he let her visit the plantation where he spends all his time?Brushing away tears of frustration, Evie vows to find out the truth. But as she delves deeper, she’s shocked to discover the secrets her new husband is keeping from her. With war looming on the horizon, can Evie find the courage she so desperately needs to confront him? And will she ever be able to call Malaya her true home?Fans of The Venice Sketchbook, The Last Rose of Shanghai and The Storyteller of Casablanca will adore this sweeping, heart-wrenching tale of love and deception, sacrifice and courage.Readers are utterly captivated by The Pearl of Penang:“The emotions I went through were numerous… This book hit me in the gut… magical to read and will stay with me… Wonderful.” Reader review, ????“PHENOMENAL! Loved reading it and didn’t want to put it down. It was quite an experience.” Reader review, ?????“Wow – where to begin… I am still thinking about this book! What an amazing story!” Reader review, ?????“Incredible… A real page-turner.” Reader review, ????“It’s midnight and I’ve just finished… It was amazing. What a journey.” Reader review, ?????“Magnificent… Had me hooked from beginning to end.” Reader review, ?????“I lived and breathed this book… A story of love, hope, betrayal and friendship.” Reader review, ?????“Absolutely breath-taking! I felt like I needed a fan to relieve the heat… the description was so vivid. I could see the vibrant colours of the flowers and smell the heady aroma. I could hear the cacophony of sound… Terrific love story.” Reader review, ?????“Loved this! I didn’t want this book to end!” Reader review, ?????“Gripping. A novel to lose yourself in.” Reader review, ?????
