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The Ravenglass Chronicles #10
Wheel of Fortune
Kat discovered more than she bargained for...
...and now she must train to kill.
Following her grisly discover, Kat must deliver the news to the meisters.
She must train in the apothecary’s art.
But when she discovers something about her family’s past, will she be able to go through with her mission?
Wheel of Fortune is the tenth novella in The Ravenglass Chronicles, a coming-of-age high fantasy inspired by the tarot.
...and now she must train to kill.
Following her grisly discover, Kat must deliver the news to the meisters.
She must train in the apothecary’s art.
But when she discovers something about her family’s past, will she be able to go through with her mission?
Wheel of Fortune is the tenth novella in The Ravenglass Chronicles, a coming-of-age high fantasy inspired by the tarot.
- GenresFantasy
70 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 1, 2019
About the author
Jon Cronshaw
112 books143 followersJon Cronshaw writes epic and dark fantasy with heart: nobledark stories of wyverns, assassins and hope that bleeds but never dies.
Start with five Ravenglass Universe books free at joncronshaw.com/starterlibrary.
His Ravenglass Universe includes The Ravenglass Chronicles and Guild of Assassins. Readers of Robin Hobb, Brent Weeks and Michael J. Sullivan will find themselves at home.
Before fiction, Jon was a journalist. He wrote on art and music, then worked as a political reporter, with bylines in The Guardian, Daily Mail and Metro. He also holds a PhD in art history on the sculptor Jacob Epstein. After his post-apocalyptic Wasteland series took off, he turned to writing full time in 2017.
His love of fantasy began when his mother read him Roald Dahl's The Witches. Originally from Wolverhampton, he now lives in Morecambe with his wife and son.
Start with five Ravenglass Universe books free at joncronshaw.com/starterlibrary.
His Ravenglass Universe includes The Ravenglass Chronicles and Guild of Assassins. Readers of Robin Hobb, Brent Weeks and Michael J. Sullivan will find themselves at home.
Before fiction, Jon was a journalist. He wrote on art and music, then worked as a political reporter, with bylines in The Guardian, Daily Mail and Metro. He also holds a PhD in art history on the sculptor Jacob Epstein. After his post-apocalyptic Wasteland series took off, he turned to writing full time in 2017.
His love of fantasy began when his mother read him Roald Dahl's The Witches. Originally from Wolverhampton, he now lives in Morecambe with his wife and son.
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January 16, 2026
The book pushes Kat into a pivotal turning point: after uncovering a disturbing truth, she’s forced to confront the meisters with what she’s learned while juggling her growing responsibilities in the apothecary. The revelations about her family shake her sense of identity, pushing her toward a destiny she’s only beginning to understand. This installment tightens the tension around fate, choice, and transformation, marking the moment when Kat’s journey shifts from reacting to events to actively shaping the path ahead.
February 18, 2026
4 Stars
Wheel of Fortune is #10 in the Ravenglass Chronicles by Jon Crenshaw is a spellbinding, episodic fantasy series that blends tarot-inspired storytelling with a rich coming-of-age journey. Jon Cronshaw crafts a world that feels both intimate and expansive, where magic is woven into the very fabric of the land and every chapter feels like turning over a new card in a mysterious deck.
For readers who are looking for immersive world-building, character-driven fantasy, with a tarot-infused storyline that’s brimming with imagination.
Happy Reading…
Wheel of Fortune is #10 in the Ravenglass Chronicles by Jon Crenshaw is a spellbinding, episodic fantasy series that blends tarot-inspired storytelling with a rich coming-of-age journey. Jon Cronshaw crafts a world that feels both intimate and expansive, where magic is woven into the very fabric of the land and every chapter feels like turning over a new card in a mysterious deck.
For readers who are looking for immersive world-building, character-driven fantasy, with a tarot-infused storyline that’s brimming with imagination.
Happy Reading…
August 12, 2022
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
Ok I’m soo glad the way this book ends. This is a book about a moral dilemma that many people can struggle with. I personally have never been put in a position to have to kill someone either for the greater good or out of personal defense thankfully, but this is a good test for Kat in choosing to be who she wants to be and not just some puppet expected to follow orders.
Ok I’m soo glad the way this book ends. This is a book about a moral dilemma that many people can struggle with. I personally have never been put in a position to have to kill someone either for the greater good or out of personal defense thankfully, but this is a good test for Kat in choosing to be who she wants to be and not just some puppet expected to follow orders.
June 12, 2020
The symbolism us heavy with the wheel of fortune. Being tasked with a mission she can’t see herself doing, our MC faces a serious turning point in her journey. I am still quite in awe to the ingenious way this storyline is intertwining with these symbolic cards. The next card should be very revealing! All my reviews are always voluntarily written.
October 30, 2022
*3.5 stars*
Was good! Kat figures out some secrets and then makes a decision that could ultimately change her whole life.
Was good! Kat figures out some secrets and then makes a decision that could ultimately change her whole life.
September 28, 2023
Great story about the struggle to do what is right.
October 14, 2026
We are so back! I love the ethical quandaries at play in this one. This story never goes where I expect, and I LOVE the twists and turns! Eager to continue!
February 21, 2024
Brilliant author
So glad I found you on my kindle yr worrying is fabulous love every page I read I have always loved reading ever since I was a teenager that's a long time ago i.used to.walk.to.my.local library which I guess was a good five.miles away broning.back what is borroed.up.to.mour.attic were I shared with my sister and three of our brothers were in the.other had it was a form.of escapisum.loved what I read my favourite was biggles!!!.really strange for a girl.to read but enjjoed the books so much yours is the first I have loved since then thank you so.much kind regards Lydia your detail.to.everything is wonderful.Take care lydia
So glad I found you on my kindle yr worrying is fabulous love every page I read I have always loved reading ever since I was a teenager that's a long time ago i.used to.walk.to.my.local library which I guess was a good five.miles away broning.back what is borroed.up.to.mour.attic were I shared with my sister and three of our brothers were in the.other had it was a form.of escapisum.loved what I read my favourite was biggles!!!.really strange for a girl.to read but enjjoed the books so much yours is the first I have loved since then thank you so.much kind regards Lydia your detail.to.everything is wonderful.Take care lydia
August 1, 2019
This latest episode of the Ravenglass Chronicles follows Kat & Scram as they return to report Max's demise to the Meisters. Once again Kat is challenged in numerous ways as she attempts to reconcile new knowledge with her current position and the responsibilities required of her. Each episode of the Ravenglass Chronicles has created a very rich world filled with intrigue and subterfuge, and new revelations about Kat. If you enjoy fantasy stories, this series is a must read. I received an Advance Reader Copy and chose to provide this review.
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