THE MISTWALKER SERIES
This is a debut project that follows the misadventures of an adult female protagonist trapped in the world of magic she knows nothing about. The only way to survive is to find out how to become one of the Sorcerers herself... or figure out a way to fake it.
No good is purely good and no evil is purely evil. The storyline explores weaknesses and dark thoughts of the protagonist, as well as twisted morals and questionable motives of the villain. Is he really as bad as it sounds?
If you enjoy exploring morally grey characters and can handle certain triggers, this series is for you. It includes portals, schools of magic, fated mates and paranormal creatures.
THIS IS DARK FANTASY. PLEASE CHECK TRIGGER WARNINGS BELOW
BOOK 1: THE SORCERER'S PROTÉGÉE
This is a debut project that follows the misadventures of an adult female protagonist trapped in the world of magic she knows nothing about. The only way to survive is to find out how to become one of the Sorcerers herself... or figure out a way to fake it.
No good is purely good and no evil is purely evil. The storyline explores weaknesses and dark thoughts of the protagonist, as well as twisted morals and questionable motives of the villain. Is he really as bad as it sounds?
If you enjoy exploring morally grey characters and can handle certain triggers, this series is for you. It includes portals, schools of magic, fated mates and paranormal creatures.
THIS IS DARK FANTASY. PLEASE CHECK TRIGGER WARNINGS BELOW
BOOK 1: THE SORCERER'S PROTÉGÉE
Ayla Summerfield, a typical ‘good girl’ from a provincial town, never thought her future could be anything but bright. In just 24 hours, her whole life changes. Ayla’s father is brutally murdered, then she herself gets kidnapped and sold at an auction. This is how she discovers a world of sorcery and magic she never knew existed. Where she must find a way to fit in—or die.
Despite the beliefs of her new Master, Ayla possesses no magic of her own. But the rules are clear: if an Apprentice doesn’t prove worthy, they become a slave who will live the rest of their life serving and obeying. Luckily, her Master is different from others. Charming and kind, he seems to be the opposite of what everyone tells her—until he isn’t.
With the killers still on the loose, there is no safe space for her. Hopeless and scared, Ayla explores a strange twilight state between dream and reality that becomes her sanctuary. As time goes on, she learns that her visions are much more real than she thought. And potentially more dangerous than anything she’d ever known.
The Sorcerer’s Protégée is a dark fantasy book weaved with romance. A story that delves into questionable morals, dominant men and those who dare oppose them, this book will grip readers who enjoy exploring dark parts of the human soul.
CONTENT WARNINGS: BLOOD, VIOLENCE, GASLIGHTING, SELF-HARM, IMPLIED SEXUAL ASSAULT, DUBIOUS CONSENT
Despite the beliefs of her new Master, Ayla possesses no magic of her own. But the rules are clear: if an Apprentice doesn’t prove worthy, they become a slave who will live the rest of their life serving and obeying. Luckily, her Master is different from others. Charming and kind, he seems to be the opposite of what everyone tells her—until he isn’t.
With the killers still on the loose, there is no safe space for her. Hopeless and scared, Ayla explores a strange twilight state between dream and reality that becomes her sanctuary. As time goes on, she learns that her visions are much more real than she thought. And potentially more dangerous than anything she’d ever known.
The Sorcerer’s Protégée is a dark fantasy book weaved with romance. A story that delves into questionable morals, dominant men and those who dare oppose them, this book will grip readers who enjoy exploring dark parts of the human soul.
CONTENT WARNINGS: BLOOD, VIOLENCE, GASLIGHTING, SELF-HARM, IMPLIED SEXUAL ASSAULT, DUBIOUS CONSENT
BOOK 2: THE MAGE'S DESTINY
A victim. A lover. A criminal. Can you be all three?
After a soul-crushing experience in the world of the Sorcerers, Ayla Summerfield is happy to settle in a new community. Determined to leave the darkness and trauma behind, she strives to shake off the suspicion that her new life seems too good to be true.
Shadows of the past aren’t giving up their grip on her soul. Strange visions haunt her nights, too vivid to be a coincidence. When young Mage girls start disappearing around her and a terrifying series of murders unravels in her dreams, Ayla questions her sanity. Struggling to keep her friendships, she fights conflicting feelings towards her new mentor. Caring and kind, he can’t possibly be another villain in her life—or can he?
As Ayla delves deeper into the perfect world of Mages, she uncovers more unanswered questions. Fighting her own demons as well as facing a harsh reality turns her towards a different part of her soul. A path she never thought she’d take suddenly doesn’t seem so bad.
The Mage’s Destiny is book two in the Mistwalker Series which follows a thread of dark romance in a fantasy setting. Magic and conflict, high stakes and raw, human emotions will make this a great find for readers who enjoy structured worlds and characters with a bit of baggage.
CONTENT WARNINGS: ADULT THEMES, TOXIC RELATIONSIPS, MIND CONTROL, GASLIGHTING, GRAPHIC SCENES, COARSE LANGUAGE
After a soul-crushing experience in the world of the Sorcerers, Ayla Summerfield is happy to settle in a new community. Determined to leave the darkness and trauma behind, she strives to shake off the suspicion that her new life seems too good to be true.
Shadows of the past aren’t giving up their grip on her soul. Strange visions haunt her nights, too vivid to be a coincidence. When young Mage girls start disappearing around her and a terrifying series of murders unravels in her dreams, Ayla questions her sanity. Struggling to keep her friendships, she fights conflicting feelings towards her new mentor. Caring and kind, he can’t possibly be another villain in her life—or can he?
As Ayla delves deeper into the perfect world of Mages, she uncovers more unanswered questions. Fighting her own demons as well as facing a harsh reality turns her towards a different part of her soul. A path she never thought she’d take suddenly doesn’t seem so bad.
The Mage’s Destiny is book two in the Mistwalker Series which follows a thread of dark romance in a fantasy setting. Magic and conflict, high stakes and raw, human emotions will make this a great find for readers who enjoy structured worlds and characters with a bit of baggage.
CONTENT WARNINGS: ADULT THEMES, TOXIC RELATIONSIPS, MIND CONTROL, GASLIGHTING, GRAPHIC SCENES, COARSE LANGUAGE
COPYRIGHTⒸ ALENA JAMES 2023
All rights reserved. Published by Crimson Dove Press
All rights reserved. Published by Crimson Dove Press