You’re probably wondering why Shay has so many encounters with Demons. Well, that’s how it goes in paranormal fantasy books 🙂
Angels, Demons are at the forefront of the storyline. Since Jed and Shay have a bond with Meg (the new leader of Hell), they are spending a lot of time in Hell, hence, the Demons as the story progresses.
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In the sprawling worlds of dark fantasy series, where epic quests and ancient evils unfold across multiple volumes, side character novels serve as bridges that connect the narrative threads between installments. These standalone tales offer readers a deeper understanding of the world, its inhabitants, and the events that shape their destinies. Let’s delve into the captivating allure of side character novels that bridge a series in the realm of dark fantasy.
Expanding the Universe: Side character novels provide authors with an opportunity to expand upon the universe they’ve created, delving into unexplored regions, cultures, and histories that enrich the reader’s understanding of the world. By shining a spotlight on secondary characters, authors can offer fresh perspectives and insights that deepen the lore of the series.
Filling in the Gaps: Side character novels often fill in the gaps between installments of a series, shedding light on events and developments that are only hinted at in the main narrative. These tales provide answers to lingering questions, resolve unresolved plot threads, and offer tantalizing clues about what lies ahead for the protagonists.
Character Exploration and Development: Side character novels allow authors to explore the backgrounds, motivations, and inner conflicts of secondary characters in greater depth. Readers gain a deeper appreciation for these characters as they witness their struggles, triumphs, and transformations unfold over the course of the story.
Building Anticipation for Future Installments: Side character novels serve as teasers for future installments of a series, building anticipation and excitement among readers as they await the next chapter in the saga. By introducing new characters, conflicts, and plot twists, these tales keep readers engaged and eager to see what happens next.
Stand-Alone Adventures: While side character novels are often connected to a larger series, they also function as stand-alone adventures in their own right. Readers can enjoy these tales independently of the main narrative, immersing themselves in self-contained stories that offer fresh perspectives and insights into the world of the series.
Enhancing the Reading Experience: Ultimately, side character novels enhance the reading experience for fans of dark fantasy series, offering a deeper immersion into the world and its inhabitants. By exploring the lives and adventures of secondary characters, these tales enrich the tapestry of the series, adding layers of complexity, intrigue, and excitement to the overall narrative.
Side character novels that bridge a series in dark fantasy offer readers a deeper immersion into the world, characters, and events that shape the saga. From expanding the universe and filling in the gaps to exploring character development and building anticipation for future installments, these tales play a crucial role in enhancing the reading experience for fans of the series. As readers journey through the interconnected web of side character novels and main installments, they are drawn into a world of intrigue, adventure, and mystery, where every tale adds a new layer to the tapestry of the series.
The Heat Wave drew a violence that was swift and efficient at breaking humanity.
Abraham is on a journey while the population on Earth dwindles. Until he meets Nova. Twice. She’s refused his offer of sanctuary because she doesn’t trust a soul, even if they offer safety and relief from the sweltering heat.
This planet has a way of bringing people together when they need it most.
At the end of the world, there will be violence and there just might be a man playing 90’s tunes on a harmonica.
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For the next few months there will be consecutive releases of Veil of Shadows Books 8, 9, & 10. These will be available as eBook and paperback.
Haunted by shadows, Bound by fate.
As Jed and Shay embark on their journey to California, the path ahead is fraught with peril. Angels, hell-bent on Jed’s demise, and Demons coveting Shay for their own sinister purposes, shadow their every step.
All seems to be progressing smoothly until a heartbroken ghost intervenes, diverting their course and leading to Shay’s abduction. With each twist in the road, danger emerges anew, compelling Jed to contemplate the solitary and perilous route to ruin.
There will also be an omnibus edition Veil of Shadows III that will include Jed and Shay’s spinoff stories (Books 7-10). This will be available as ebook, paperback, and hardcover.
I think of these books as the bridge novels. They explore Jed and Shay’s relationship, trial and tribulations, and character grown, readying them for the next books in this series.
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I can’t help it, I really love a big, thick dark fantasy book and Veil of Shadows III fits the bill. Tallied at 160,000 words, this omnibus is going to be thicccccccccc.
Paperback and hardcover will be available on release day 7/28/24.
Veil of Shadows III: Etched in Darkness, Embrace the Night, Shadows of Destiny, and Midnight Serenade.
This Veil of Shadows eBook Bundle includes books in the Veil of Shadows Series.
When darkness beckons and love defies the unknown, destiny takes an unexpected turn.
Before Shay got her blowtorch blue hair, she was just an ordinary Montana cowgirl, raised by prepper parents on a remote ranch. But everything shifted one fateful day when a ranch hand struck a perilous bargain with a Crossroads Demon, unleashing chaos that forever altered Shay’s existence.
Haunted by shadows, Bound by fate.
As Jed and Shay embark on their journey to California, the path ahead is fraught with peril. Angels, hell-bent on Jed’s demise, and Demons coveting Shay for their own sinister purposes, shadow their every step.
In a world where Angels plot and Demons scheme, Jed and Shay must fight for survival at every turn.
If looks could kill, Alastor would raze all of Hell in retribution. He didn’t appreciate being sent home in a blast of light with everything he’d built destroyed, and he’s going to do everything in his power to hunt down the half-breed who did it.
Trapped between Heaven and Hell, Jed faces his demons while Shay’s fate hangs in the balance.
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“Veil of Shadows” delivers a riveting blend of Supernatural & Constantine with the pulse-pounding tension of The Walking Dead, unveiling an unrelenting battle between good and evil. Delve into a realm of fated mates entwined in a deadly dance, where bad omens are a harbinger of darkness. As lovers turn to foes and friendships are tested, join the struggle against demons and the living dead. Brace yourself for an action-packed, paranormal romantic dark fantasy.
I was hooked from the get-go…” -ABNA Expert Reviewer
“It’s unfortunate that one can’t predict or be a part of aiding which books go viral, as Sparrow Man by M.R. Pritchard is certainly worthy of such reward … this novel took me by complete surprise. What I thought was a simple zombie story morphed into something wild and completely unforeseen. Yet it fit perfectly within the world Pritchard has created, mysteries unfolding into fantastical developments. The eclectic characters were a joy to follow and the romance unfolded without being forced.”-TheBehrg, KindleScout winning author of Housebroken
“Whoever thought a trip to Hell could be so interesting! Pritchard does a good job balancing humor and thrills—hell, it’s mostly funny—and delivering the reader a cast of characters so unbelievable that you can’t help but love them.” – Charles, Vine Voice
“Another great fantasy … with humor, edginess, childlike joy, and the frailty of love. Pritchard reminds us to nurture those we hold dear as we root for her characters to have a happily ever after.” – Muddy Rose Reviews
“This is the story of being there for someone who is going through a tough time, of love and trauma with strong characters that you can’t help but like. Meg, and Sparrow, stand out in a well told tale. I am not normally into fantasy but this one grabbed me as it is so much more.
Demons are a recurrence in this series, they keep things dangerous and fun and exciting. They ruin lives. Their morals are questionable. But, they are not all the same…
We find this out in books 1-6. There are morally strong Demon’s who follow the rules and there are morally corrupt Demon’s who do what they want. Unfortunately, Shay’s travels bring her the corrupt kind.
In part VII: Etched in Darkness, Shay runs off for one last night of freedom before the zombie apocalypse hits her life with its full force. Her college plans are ruined and her parents are bunkering down to avoid the worst of the apocalypse as it nears their ranch in Montana.
In a moment of defiance, Shay sneaks out and goes to a dive bar in the nearby town of Lame Deer. She meets a man who has made a deal with a Crossroads Demon, but she doesn’t know that. Demon’s aren’t on her radar. The shit hits the fan when she goes home and he follows – unbeknownst to her.
M. R. Pritchard writes about the elemental struggle between good and evil, and gods and monsters, and about people who turn into gods and monsters. Usually with a mix of apocalypse or post-apocalyptic setting. She also includes a spec of a love story because what is humanity without love?
M. R. Pritchard is a two-time Kindle Scout winning author, her short story "Glitch" has been featured in the 2017 winter edition of THE FIRST LINE literary journal, her short story "Moon Lord" has been featured in Chronicle Worlds: Half Way Home (Part of the Future Chronicles) and will be going to the moon in the Lunar Codex Nov 2024.
M. R. Pritchard holds degrees in Biochemistry and Nursing. She is a northern New Yorker transplanted to the Gulf Coast of Florida who enjoys coffee, mint chocolate, cloudy days, and reading on the lanai.