The Grace Chronicles: A Coming of Age Dark Fantasy

By Christopher Wiley-Smith

Twelve-year-old Thaleia never imagined her cat, Rose, would lead her into a realm of impossible wonders. What began as a search for a mischievous feline near the eerie Lake Rea becomes a plunge into Eikesia-a land where ancient forests breathe with magic, shadowy creatures lurk in the mist, and destiny awaits.

In Eikesia, Thaleia is drawn into a whirlwind of danger and discovery. Joined by Aglaea, a spirited dryad bound to the ancient Yew trees, and Vidar, a towering guardian with a mysterious past, she learns that the glowing artifact she uncovered-the Halo-is more than a relic; it's the key to Eikesia's survival. But dark forces, led by the sinister Empress Ops and her enigmatic ally Apātē, are rising to claim its power, threatening both Eikesia and Thaleia's world.

As battles rage across deserts, enchanted lakes, and fog-drenched ruins, Thaleia's newfound friends face their own trials. Aglaea must leave the safety of her forest to confront a growing darkness. Euphrosyne, a fierce adventurer, fights to save Vidar from the brink of death, while the bond between them is tested by long-buried secrets.

But even after returning home to Oregon, Thaleia's journey is far from over. Eikesia's magic clings to her, pulling her back as new threats emerge in both realms. A long-lost friend reappears, and the lines between ordinary life and the extraordinary blur when Eikesia's enemies cross the veil into her world.

With the weight of two worlds on her shoulders, Thaleia must grapple with grief, guilt, and the unrelenting pull of destiny. Can she rise above her own doubts to save her friends, her family, and everything she loves? Or will the shadows of her past and the encroaching darkness of Eikesia consume her and both worlds forever?

An epic saga of magic, courage, and self-discovery, "The Grace Chronicles" weaves a tale of friendship, ancient betrayals, and the power to bridge two worlds-or destroy them both.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DV3NKF69
• ISBN13: 9798308012559
• Release Date: January 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"