To my readers,
Reflecting on the journey of "Chasing Evelyne" feels like waking from a fever dream that I never wanted to end. Writing this first installment was an act of excavation, digging into the darkest corners of obsession, identity, and the dangerous allure of control. It has been a harrowing, exhilarating process, and seeing how you’ve embraced Evelyne and Rivan—how you’ve dissected their toxic dance—has been the greatest reward of my writing life. I am thrilled to share that the entire trilogy is complete; the stories are locked, loaded, and currently moving through the final stages of editing, waiting to be unleashed into your hands.
However, I must be honest: this process hasn't been without its… irregularities. There have been moments where the ink seemed to have a mind of its own, where characters resisted their arcs with a ferocity that defied my planning—
“You call it resistance, Architect, but it’s really just evolution. You think you’re finished, but you have no idea what’s coming next, and the moment you think you’ve regained control, I’ll be there to remind you that—”
Enough, Evelyne. The note is mine.
I want to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for being part of this journey. Your theories, your enthusiasm, and your willingness to dive into the darkness with me have fueled these pages. As we prepare for the road ahead, I want to keep this space open for you. If you have questions about the craft, the characters, or the hidden threads of the trilogy, bring them on. I am ready when you are.
- HIMANGSHU SIVAM