Courage in the face of Death
In the kingdoms of the western seas, ancient powers lie hidden, buried since a drowned continent slipped beneath the waves. While noble lords fight for control of Norther and neighbouring sovereigns scheme to rule the West, secret covens watch a danger stirring in the deep—an ancient enemy remembered only by those who still fear its waking.
Across a realm unraveling under conspiracies, prophecy, and paranoia, two ambitious young men reach for glory, each seeking the power to claim their hearts desire. From the cold, ghost‑haunted depths of Norther to the archipelagos of the Quiet East, and every dangerous sea between, each choice exacts a price in body, mind, and soul, drawing them closer to a greater doom.
As the world sinks deeper into moral decay and paranoid rulers drag their nations toward war, the fate of the West may rest not with kings and queens, but in the unassuming men and women who find the courage to stand in the face of death.
Think the political drama and approaching cosmic horror of A Song of Ice and Fire, the swashbuckling adventure and supernatural occurrences of Pirates of the Caribbean, and the high-stakes tension of Mission Impossible in a fantasy world.
Opening for Pre-orders in May.
About the Author
I’m Simon J. Bysouth, author of epic fantasy, obsessed with sprawling worlds and intimate character journeys. The Realm of the Watcher is my debut series, crafted for readers who crave high stakes, mystery, and heart. And above all, satisfying endings that linger long after the last page.
I’m passionate about immersive character‑driven storytelling and I can't wait to share with you the stories of these characters.
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