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Phantarus
From the universe of the acclaimed Ethelium Trilogy comes a haunting new Sci-fi horror.
An unknown vessel drifts through the galactic shipping lanes.
A warship is sent to investigate.
The ship is empty. Lifeless.
Or so it seems.
Near a black hole called Solkara Minor, a rain-soaked world turns in silence — Phantarus.
Nothing escapes the black hole’s pull.
No signal.
No memory.
Until now.
Deaths begin at an industrial processing plant. Few at first. Easily dismissed.
The workers are told that they were accidents.
They are lying.
When Agent Vaul arrives, he discovers a pattern beneath the violence — one that points not to madness, but intent.
Something old has found a way back into the light.
It does not kill without reason.
It does not stop once it begins.
The truth is awake.
And it is hungry.
A chilling fusion of science fiction and gothic horror, Phantarus descends into the darkness — and brings something back with it.
A warship is sent to investigate.
The ship is empty. Lifeless.
Or so it seems.
Near a black hole called Solkara Minor, a rain-soaked world turns in silence — Phantarus.
Nothing escapes the black hole’s pull.
No signal.
No memory.
Until now.
Deaths begin at an industrial processing plant. Few at first. Easily dismissed.
The workers are told that they were accidents.
They are lying.
When Agent Vaul arrives, he discovers a pattern beneath the violence — one that points not to madness, but intent.
Something old has found a way back into the light.
It does not kill without reason.
It does not stop once it begins.
The truth is awake.
And it is hungry.
A chilling fusion of science fiction and gothic horror, Phantarus descends into the darkness — and brings something back with it.
343 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 25, 2025
About the author
Kevin Hirons
7 books2 followersKevin Hirons writes British science fiction, horror, and speculative fiction. Whether exploring mysteries on the edge of known space or ancient myths hidden beneath sun-drenched islands, his novels blend suspense, mystery, rich world-building, and unforgettable characters.
Born and raised in Kingston upon Hull, England, Kevin developed an early fascination with imaginative storytelling through movies and adventure novels. Cinematic storytelling continues to shape his writing, with every novel aiming to deliver the same sense of pace, rising tension, and escapism that first inspired him as a child.
Kevin made his publishing debut with Rebellion's End, the first novel in the Ethelium Saga, before expanding the universe with sequels and standalone adventures spanning military science fiction, cosmic horror, and psychological suspense.
Born and raised in Kingston upon Hull, England, Kevin developed an early fascination with imaginative storytelling through movies and adventure novels. Cinematic storytelling continues to shape his writing, with every novel aiming to deliver the same sense of pace, rising tension, and escapism that first inspired him as a child.
Kevin made his publishing debut with Rebellion's End, the first novel in the Ethelium Saga, before expanding the universe with sequels and standalone adventures spanning military science fiction, cosmic horror, and psychological suspense.
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January 16, 2026
Phantarus
Ok,loved the story, especially loved Vaul and Jade ,very scary aliens .But mainly the characters ,I think it's an excellent introduction to Jade and Vaul ,please bring them back together, there are more monsters out there
Ok,loved the story, especially loved Vaul and Jade ,very scary aliens .But mainly the characters ,I think it's an excellent introduction to Jade and Vaul ,please bring them back together, there are more monsters out there
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