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Shadows Within
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Ongoing, First published Oct 07, 2023
In the chilling story of "Shadows Within" we follow the life of Francis Adams, an ordinary librarian living in the heart of a bustling city. One fateful day, he stumbles upon an ancient, leather-bound book hidden deep within the labyrinthine stacks of his library. Little does he know that this discovery will change his life forever.

As Francis delves into the pages of the mysterious book, he uncovers a harrowing truth: he is the descendant of a long line of sorcerers, and the dormant powers within him have been awakened. With each passing day, his newfound abilities grow stronger, but so do the dark forces that lurk in the shadows, drawn to his power like moths to a flame.

Haunted by terrifying visions and plagued by restless spirits, Francis finds himself thrust into a world of urban fantasy where reality and nightmare intertwine. He must face sinister creatures that inhabit the city's underbelly, sinister cults that seek to harness his power, and his own inner demons that threaten to consume him.

In his quest for answers, Francis encounters a small group of fellow sorcerers, each with their own unique abilities and stories of survival against the darkness. Together they form an uneasy alliance, navigating a treacherous landscape of magic, danger, and betrayal.

As Francis embraces his ancestral legacy, he must confront his deepest fears to unravel the secrets buried within his family's past. With the fate of both the mortal world and the supernatural realm hanging in the balance, he embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth and save not only himself but all those he holds dear.

"Shadows Within" is a bone-chilling horror novel interwoven with urban fantasy elements, exploring themes of sacrifice, redemption, and the thin line between good and evil. Prepare to be enthralled as Francis battles his own darkness and fights to protect the world from the malevolent forces that seek to exploit his newfound powers
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