King of the Forgotten Darkness: A Raven's Tale Fantasy

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Step into the captivating universe of 'King of the Forgotten Darkness: a Raven's Tale Fantasy,' by Erik Goodwyn. This award-winning epic fantasy blends magical realms with profound emotional depth, drawing readers into the tale of Liam, a warrior confronting his past in the mystical world of Erentyr. Experience the perfect fusion of suspense, magic, and heart in this unforgettable journey. 'King of the Forgotten Darkness' is more than just a tale; it's an adventure that resonates. Winner of the Literary Titan Gold Book Award 2025!

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Twenty-four year old Liam is a traumatized warrior in a paradise free of war. He works his high-rise job, safe, comfortable, and free of suffering. For years now, the portals to the brutal and magical world of ERENTYR where he came from have been sealed. Civilization is protected. All Liam wants now is to live a normal life, and forget how his family was slaughtered in Erentyr before he escaped. But then he learns that one of his family members is actually still alive. Flush with terror, but clinging to hope, he illegally returns to the savage, Fairywild beauty of Erentyr. There he finds, however, that much more than fear and hope awaken within him….

Shy and thoughtful, Liam’s best friend Mia decides against her better judgment to go with Liam through the gates to Erentyr…there a dreadful power awakens within her, threatening to devour her soul…

Charged with ensuring the gates to Erentyr remain sealed, the rich and powerful Damien will stop at nothing to end Liam’s rescue mission, even risking the changes Erentyr may make in his soul…

Reclusive and wanted by the law, Dr. Morderan knows things about Liam no one else does…which makes his offer to help Liam all the more frightening…

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