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The Shades of the Abyss
They Came from The Abyss....
An old prophecy is being revived. Texts from an ancient time read of events happening in the present day. In the city of Checcheri, where cathedrals rise and merchants trade wares, a young apprentice of the Grand Archivist discovers secrets tied to ancient legends that mirror the events of the present.
It all leads back to a book, the long journey once walked by an explorer of eras past, and a contract with the Shades from the Abyss. Baxter must learn what he can and embark on a quest to ensure the repetition of history does not come with a new, dark ending....
An old prophecy is being revived. Texts from an ancient time read of events happening in the present day. In the city of Checcheri, where cathedrals rise and merchants trade wares, a young apprentice of the Grand Archivist discovers secrets tied to ancient legends that mirror the events of the present.
It all leads back to a book, the long journey once walked by an explorer of eras past, and a contract with the Shades from the Abyss. Baxter must learn what he can and embark on a quest to ensure the repetition of history does not come with a new, dark ending....
- GenresFantasyYoung Adult
300 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 1, 2021
6 people are currently reading
660 people want to read
About the author
F. Lockhaven
21 books60 followersF. Lockhaven is one of Grace Lockhaven's several pen names where "Teen and Young Adult Science Fiction & Fantasy" books are published.
Grace Lockhaven loves to read fantasy, paranormal, mysteries, and so much more.
Her favorite series are Harry Potter, Cirque Du Freak, and Spooksville.
She loves coming up with stories about witches and wizards, mythical gods, dragons, vampires, ghosts and demons.
Her favorite hobbies are reading, hiking, exercising, drawing and watching humorous anime with her family.
How did she meet the man of her life, Thomas Lockhaven?
She was working as a personal trainer on the first floor of the gym. Thomas heard her laugh from the third floor, and he just had to find out who that laugh belonged to. It took him weeks to find her, but he finally heard her laugh again while he was on the same floor.
Grace Lockhaven loves to read fantasy, paranormal, mysteries, and so much more.
Her favorite series are Harry Potter, Cirque Du Freak, and Spooksville.
She loves coming up with stories about witches and wizards, mythical gods, dragons, vampires, ghosts and demons.
Her favorite hobbies are reading, hiking, exercising, drawing and watching humorous anime with her family.
How did she meet the man of her life, Thomas Lockhaven?
She was working as a personal trainer on the first floor of the gym. Thomas heard her laugh from the third floor, and he just had to find out who that laugh belonged to. It took him weeks to find her, but he finally heard her laugh again while he was on the same floor.
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March 6, 2021
He is about to go on a quest and he needs to learn as which as he can. His quest will not be easy and he may not be able to complete it. Will he? What will he find? Can he complete it? See how he gets on
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 6, 2021
Thanks to F. Lockhaven and GoodReads we received this book!
I have not had time to read it myself but my husband did. He really enjoyed the book, the story line kept him invested in the book and story.
Now to let our daughter read it! Thank you F. Lockhaven and GoodReads!
I have not had time to read it myself but my husband did. He really enjoyed the book, the story line kept him invested in the book and story.
Now to let our daughter read it! Thank you F. Lockhaven and GoodReads!
March 5, 2021
I THOUGHT THIS WAS A VERY GOOD STORY. I LOVE STORIES LIKE THIS. I AM A BIG FAN OF OTHER WORLDLY STORIES. IT WAS GREATLY WRITTEN AND I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND OTHERS READ IT TOO
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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January 12, 2021READY TO PUBLISH!
We're all set with editing!!! The book will be live on March 1, 2021! We hope everyone enjoys this new YA Fantasy series.
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Knowledge is Power!
In the Age of Enlightenment of the Empire of Vincia, reading is not a guaranteed skill. Only a select few talented youths can pick up the written word as naturally as so many others can wield hammers for crafting. Two young men from opposite worlds, Baxter the Archivist and Derek the Builder, are put on the path of adventure by the mysterious words of a forbidden tome. Together with a trader's daughter named Eidel, they travel toward the Old World bordering their homeland where the legends have been laid out long ago.
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Pre-Order the Kindle book or hardcopy at the following link: The Shades of the Abyss
Can't wait until March 1, 2021? The story is currently available at: Patreon
This book will be available in KU, therefore the book would be removed from the Patreon site before the publication date.
We're all set with editing!!! The book will be live on March 1, 2021! We hope everyone enjoys this new YA Fantasy series.
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Knowledge is Power!
In the Age of Enlightenment of the Empire of Vincia, reading is not a guaranteed skill. Only a select few talented youths can pick up the written word as naturally as so many others can wield hammers for crafting. Two young men from opposite worlds, Baxter the Archivist and Derek the Builder, are put on the path of adventure by the mysterious words of a forbidden tome. Together with a trader's daughter named Eidel, they travel toward the Old World bordering their homeland where the legends have been laid out long ago.
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Pre-Order the Kindle book or hardcopy at the following link: The Shades of the Abyss
Can't wait until March 1, 2021? The story is currently available at: Patreon
This book will be available in KU, therefore the book would be removed from the Patreon site before the publication date.
March 28, 2021
Good book
February 26, 2021
Why should you read The Shades of the Abyss?
Here are the reasons why this book appealed to me. The basic idea of an apprentice going on a quest to save the world fitted the kind of stories I usually read. It is typical of the genre with the usual "power reveal" that comes with the story. This feeling of "oh, he is not so ordinary after all". The thing is, the author does not really dawdle on that aspect. Very early in the novel, from the first chapter, you know that the boy is something special. And the antagonist is introduced right after. So what is left is for the two to meet. And it comes very quickly as it is that meeting that launches the hero on his quest.
If this is the kind of story and development that you like, I do recommend that you read it because it is quite an easy read. The writing is good with very few grammar mistakes.
However, there were points in the book that should be noted. First of all, I had trouble relating to the characters. I felt that they lacked serious development. And then as I said, it wass an easy read but to me, the story lacked originality overall. None of the developments really surprised me and they even seemed clumsy or rushed at some moments and the end of the book seems to come too early. In the end, I felt that this book was more of an introduction to the real story and I am curious to see it really develop in a second volume.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Here are the reasons why this book appealed to me. The basic idea of an apprentice going on a quest to save the world fitted the kind of stories I usually read. It is typical of the genre with the usual "power reveal" that comes with the story. This feeling of "oh, he is not so ordinary after all". The thing is, the author does not really dawdle on that aspect. Very early in the novel, from the first chapter, you know that the boy is something special. And the antagonist is introduced right after. So what is left is for the two to meet. And it comes very quickly as it is that meeting that launches the hero on his quest.
If this is the kind of story and development that you like, I do recommend that you read it because it is quite an easy read. The writing is good with very few grammar mistakes.
However, there were points in the book that should be noted. First of all, I had trouble relating to the characters. I felt that they lacked serious development. And then as I said, it wass an easy read but to me, the story lacked originality overall. None of the developments really surprised me and they even seemed clumsy or rushed at some moments and the end of the book seems to come too early. In the end, I felt that this book was more of an introduction to the real story and I am curious to see it really develop in a second volume.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 27, 2021
Cool cover! Baxter is a young man who works at the Archives. He's especially interested in old myths and lore. Lately he has been having strange dreams. He finds an old book and goes off on a quest to save the world. I'm looking forward to more of the story!
May 8, 2024
Rich world building
I love this story with a beautiful world along with a young apprentice Grand Archivist discovered ties to ancient legends. The Living Lore is descriptive, adventurous and entertaining. Great book.
I love this story with a beautiful world along with a young apprentice Grand Archivist discovered ties to ancient legends. The Living Lore is descriptive, adventurous and entertaining. Great book.
July 11, 2021
I won this book from Goodreads and F. Lockhaven. I really liked the book as it kept my interest. When I finished, it left me wanted to read more. I can't wait for the next book to be published.
December 17, 2025
An interesting new series! I enjoyed this story and this world. It was easy to get into the story and I definitely want to continue! I loved it!
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