The world is not what it was. Light is but a tiny flickering flame in a blanket of darkness, struggling not to be snuffed out. Lucia, an orphan girl, is also a Core, a physical manifestation of Elohim’s pure love and part of an ancient prophecy that will prevent one of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse from being controlled by the darkness to destroy everything good. But Lucia’s not so sure she believes that anymore. Her upbringing by the Amilign monks has given her more questions than answers.
When the extent of the Amilign’s evil plans for her future is revealed, Lucia flees their mountain ashram, only to run into the mysterious Nicanor, who offers to take her to the prophets who possess the answers she seeks. Instinctively drawn to Nicanor and his white horse, Adira, the same horse who’s been haunting her dreams for years, Lucia wars with her growing feelings for her guide. But her years at the ashram have taught her not to trust anyone, and Nicanor hoards secrets like dragons their treasure.
When the truth about the nature of Lucia’s bond with the horseman comes to light and Lucia is unexpectedly recaptured by the enemy, Nicanor faces a hard decision. Will he continue to let fear rule his future-and Lucia’s-or will he unlock the heavenly power Elohim gifted before it’s too late for everyone?
About the Author
Jess K. Chavez is an emerging author of the fantasy/romantasy genre. She has a B.A. in Journalism and a voracious love of reading.
You can usually find her curled up in front of the fireplace, reading or writing while consuming copious amounts of cold brew coffee. On the off chance she’s doing something else, it’s most likely yoga, walking her dogs, or at some baseball game, swim meet, orchestra concert, or dance performance for one of her kids. She’s also a remodeling hobbyist, lover of sunsets and Fall, and a total foodie who could easily spend her days eating Mexican, Mediterranean, or Indian food.
She’s a wife to her best friend and high school sweetheart, a mom to three amazing and inspiring humans, a fur mom to two goldendoodles, and a lover and follower of Jesus. She lives with her crew in sunny Colorado, nestled in the landscape of the Rocky Mountains.