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A Will-o’-the-wisp appears as a faint, ghostly light—usually bluish or white—glowing in the distance and floating just above the ground. It moves away whenever someone tries to follow it. These wisps are often portrayed as magical or spirit-like creatures, which are sometimes malevolent and at other times simply mysterious. They are known to lure travellers off safe paths, leading them deeper into dangerous or deadly terrain.

The Will-o’-the-wisp appears in many legends. British and Irish folklore describes it as the ghost of a mischievous soul or a doomed spirit cursed to wander the moors. In Scandinavian tales, the light is often said to be a treasure guardian, leading greedy adventurers astray. On the other hand, Native American stories sometimes link mysterious lights to spirits or omens from the natural world.

In fantasy, their appearance often signals a turning point in a story, where the choice to follow the light may lead to either a discovery or destruction. They could also be cautionary figures, warning protagonists against straying too far from the path—or perhaps encouraging heroes to embrace the unknown.

The Will-o’-the-wisp is rich in symbolism. It often represents:

Temptation and deception – A seemingly helpful light that leads one astray.The unknown – A symbol of mystery and the thin veil between the living and the dead.Lost souls – In some traditions, they are the remnants of unfulfilled lives, cursed to wander.

Whether ghost lights, nature spirits, or magical tricksters, these glowing guides challenge us to question what we see and where we’re going. Are they leading us to treasure, truth, or tragedy? That, as always, depends on the story.

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Every young woman in the village receives a dragon egg when she comes of age.

Young Kleia watched every single egg hatch with a heart full of longing. Raising a dragon of her own was her destiny. Her reason to live. Nothing else could give her life meaning the way a dragon could.

When she eventually got a dragon egg of her own, she learned that destiny is not always what it seems.

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Millfield Murders

“A ruthless killer. A taunting cipher. An FBI agent haunted by her past.”
A sadistic serial killer. A veteran news anchor caught in a deadly game. FBI Agent Ava Ramey races against time to decode cryptic messages and stop the killing spree. Will she unravel the shocking truth before becoming the next target?

Trickster’s Trap

“Magic and murder collide in this unputdownable, unpredictable thrill ride.”
A diabolical magician turned murderer. Morbid illusions come to life. As the body count rises, Ava delves into the shadowy world of stage magic, risking everything in a deadly game of deception. Can she unmask the killer before falling victim to his cruelest trick?

Deadly Delusion

“A doctor’s patients become targets in this diabolically clever mystery thriller.”
A predator stalks the halls of healing, turning patients into prey. Haunted by her own demons, Ava uncovers a sinister pattern of drownings connected to a renowned surgeon. She must confront her tragic past to catch the culprit before more lives are lost.

Uncover the truth with FBI Agent Ava Ramey as she navigates pulse-pounding suspense, jaw-dropping twists, and the darkest depths of the human psyche. Binge-read this addictive box set and experience the most gripping and unputdownable mystery thrillers of the year.

Lost memories. Supernatural powers. A daughter taken by shadows.

One woman’s world shatters as she discovers her true identity as a winged warrior sworn to protect humanity from soul-devouring creatures.

A police officer wakes up with no memories of her past life. When Zera witnesses her colleagues transform into magnificent winged warriors during a hostage situation, her reality crumbles. Her boss, Sam, reveals an impossible truth: she is a Volcan Knight, a supernatural protector of humanity, and his soulmate. Together, they had a daughter who was stolen by shadow creatures that feed on human souls. As Zera struggles to accept her newfound identity, she finds herself drawn deeper into a world of ancient powers and deadly enemies. The shadow creatures are hunting her, drawn to her unique status as the first female Volcan Knight. With her powers awakening and her scar burning with supernatural energy, she must decide whether to embrace her destiny or run from it. But can she afford to deny who she truly is when the shadows are closing in?

This captivating urban fantasy romance delivers a unique twist on supernatural warrior tales. If you love soul-stirring romance, heart-pounding action, and dark supernatural mysteries, then you’ll be captivated by this mesmerising urban fantasy.

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The Hyllethan Gifts Trilogy: (Dawn of Purple and Grey, Days of Wind and Snow, Night of Rites and Wraiths)

When sixteen-year-old Shael helps a mortally wounded messenger, he entrusts her with delivering to the queen three magical statuettes stolen from the Hyllethans, her country’s feared enemies. But Shael accidentally cuts her fingers while handling the statuettes and magic links her to them—any breakage or pressure on the clay is felt on her flesh. Shael’s fate is now inexorably tied to the Hyllethans, the statuettes, and the political turmoil in the land.

Fire Dance

In the sacred temple of Basica, Maia is about to achieve everything she has worked for: becoming a Sentinel, one of the Goddess’s elite protectors. But she harbours a dangerous secret—fire bends to her will, a power that would see her condemned as demon-born if discovered. Worse still, the flames carry echoes of memories that are not her own, whispering of a past she cannot remember and a destiny she never chose.

When an Imperial envoy arrives for the Summer Solstice ceremony, he claims to know who she is and what she is capable of, threatening to unravel everything Maia has built. His knowledge could shatter her future—or unlock a destiny greater than she ever imagined.

Torn between the lure of safety and power within the temple and the dangerous truths hidden in her past, Maia must decide: will she cling to the life she has fought for, or risk everything to uncover the truth? And when the boy who has always stood by her offers a different kind of future, will she follow duty—or her heart?

Perfect for fans of An Ember in the Ashes and From Blood and Ash, Fire Dance is a tale of ambition, tainted love, and the fire that burns within.

Fire Storm

Haunted by memories that are not her own, Maia and her love, Ryse, are desperate to leave the world that has shaped her and return to Phaen. Only their presence there can stop their homelands from plunging into a devastating war. But duty comes at an unbearable cost: losing a brother who refuses to flee, a child who carries the past in his veins, and an enemy who wields a stolen weapon that could change the fate of civilizations.

But when she risks their cover to save a galley under attack, an Imperial princess and a ruthless general entangle Maia in a dangerous game of power and betrayal. In a world of shifting allegiances, hidden truths, and long-buried treachery, the race to escape turns into a battle of wits, deception, and impossible choices.

With time running out, Maia must choose: surrender to the lure of power which this world offers and risk losing those she loves, or reclaim the future that was stolen from her.

Perfect for fans of An Ember in the Ashes and From Blood and Ash, Fire Storm is a tale of fate, forbidden power, and the fire that binds past and future.

Colours of Fantasy (FREE DOWNLOAD)

Not enough time to read, but love fantasy?

Colours of Fantasy is an anthology of short stories that range from magical realism to sci-fi fantasy. They are short enough to be easily read while commuting or during a lunch break. Read about paintings that are truer than true-to-life, or the heart-wrenching decision Poseidon’s human son-in-law has to take, or perhaps you’ll prefer a glimpse of life after an apocalypse, or a story about a space pirate with an uncomfortable past. 

And if you like longer reads, Colours of Fantasy gives you a taste of Book One of two series: The Hyllethan Gifts Trilogy and Fire Dance Chronicles.

Till next time! Wishing you a great two weeks with a good book!

Caroline