The Wardens Reckoning: A Shadow over London By Author Stephen Hancock
London is dying. Can one Warden stop its heart from falling silent?1710. A chill grips London, colder than any November fog. A discordant hum thrums beneath the cobblestones - magic gone wrong. Whispers of a forgotten sorceress, Lilith, and her promise of a city reborn in darkness, echo through the crooked alleyways.
Warden Griffin Blackwood, sworn protector of London from the unseen, feels the city's pulse falter. His investigation into a chilling prophecy unearths a conspiracy steeped in forbidden magic: a dead man's heart beating with clockwork precision, a gateway to a hidden realm where creation itself can be twisted.
Haunted by ghosts of his past and facing an enemy who wields the very fabric of reality, Griffin must choose: embrace the light or succumb to the shadows.
With the help of a spectral ally, a reclusive scholar, and a formidable alchemist, Griffin embarks on a desperate quest to save the city he loves. But can he stop the Master's clockwork revolution, banish Lilith's ancient curse, and protect London from the encroaching darkness?
If you crave Gaslamp fantasy brimming with magic, mystery, and heart-stopping action, enter a world where clockwork clashes with sorcery and one Warden must stand against the shadows. Buy The Warden's Reckoning and start your adventure today!
This debut novel is perfect for readers who enjoy:
Urban fantasy with intricate magic systems
Historical settings with paranormal twists
Fast-paced adventures with high stakes
Characters grappling with inner demons and finding redemption
The story of Griffin Blackwood and his fight against the shadows was born out of a desire to confront personal demons and find healing after a difficult period in my life. Writing this story became a path towards understanding and acceptance, a way to reclaim a sense of purpose and hope
I believe that stories have the power to heal, to connect, to inspire. I hope this novel will offer a glimpse into the strength that lies within each of us, and the possibility of finding light even amidst the darkness. May readers discover the same magic and adventure within these pages." "Step into a world where magic lingers in the fog and clockwork thrums with power. Connect with Stephen and fellow readers on Instagram.com/Fictionbyshancock or Facebook.com/Fictionbysh to discuss The Warden's Reckoning and the magic of storytelling."
