Where magic reigns, trust is the rarest power of all. In the shadowed nexus of Aethryn, where magic saturates every stone and whispers in the winds, chaos is not merely a condition but a constant companion. Riva Thorn and Kellan Delacroix, two seasoned Veilwardens, must set aside a rivalry steeped in misunderstanding to undertake a perilous mission. When a child bearing a mysterious power crucial for the stability of their world is snatched into the depths of this twisted realm, the stakes are higher than ever. Navigating a landscape that defies reality; where time flows unevenly and trees feed upon fear, requires more than skill; it demands trust and a new understanding. As the winter solstice thins the veil between worlds, Riva and Kellan discover that to save the child, they must not only confront the enigmatic Malachai but also the dark reflections of their own souls. Can they rewrite the destiny of two worlds, or will their own fears undo them? This book is part of the portal fantasy series, The Veilwarden Chronicles by Taylen Carver: 0.5 Veilbound 1.0 After the Quieting Contemporary Portal Fantasy ___ Praise for Veilbound: As always, the worldbuilding by this author is outstanding, awesome (in all the best possible ways), and more than a little mind-boggling. Very well written, captivating and full of fresh ideas about the interaction and dependence of two different worlds connected by chaos. The story is absorbing and incredibly original; the characters are interesting and fully developed. What I love about Taylen's writing is the deep morality without judgement at the core of her stories. It is setting a stage that makes curious where this may lead. I can't wait to read the new series. It is a great read! Lead in into a new series by one of my favourite authors ___ Taylen Carver writes fantasy shaped by deep history, high stakes, and the quiet power of found family. Her stories aren't bound by tropes—they're rooted in myth, political undercurrents, and the kind of lived-in worldbuilding that makes the magic feel real. Whether it's contemporary fantasy, dystopian saga, or something harder to name, Taylen's work always delivers one thing: hope in the face of ruin. A finalist for the Aurealis Award for best fantasy novella in 2023, Taylen is one of the pen names of award-winning author Tracy Cooper-Posey. With over 200 titles to her name, Tracy writes across romance, science fiction, and fantasy, always drawn to the echoes of long-forgotten truths. She writes from Edmonton, Canada, fueled by Irish Breakfast tea, chocolate, and the kind of fiction that stays in your bones for years. This is a Stories Rule Press Title
