Chasing the Darkness is a story about vengeance and redemption and takes place in a land called Pandaren where there are two types of people - those with magic, Spectrals, and those without.

Azrael, obsessed with revenge and power, undergoes a procedure giving him magic, but an unexpected side effect causes him to feel emotions he's blocked for years. As an assassin and second in command of the Watch Guard, he has become a liability. Azrael is betrayed by his team and rescued by the people he's hunted. He learns his beliefs and purpose are based on lies and has to choose the path of vengeance or the road to redemption. Chasing the Darkness entertains readers who enjoy character-driven stories with twists and turns. Chasing the Darkness is a fast-paced novel with magic, sword fights, and romance that keeps readers turning the page. The underlying themes, besides redemption, include forgiveness, sacrifice, and learning that one's worth is not defined by one's past.

Focus on connecting with 18-35 year old fantasy and romance fans

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Submit to major industry reviewers, including Publisher's Weekly and Foreword Reviews

About the Author
Cassie Sanchez grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico, graduating from the University of New Mexico with a degree in marketing. As an avid learner she studied the craft of writing by attending classes in person and online, joining Jerry Jenkins Writers Guild, and reading many books on the trade. She's a member of SouthWest Writers and SFF Chronicles. Her passions in life are her faith and family, and now writing-creating worlds where magic awaits. Cassie enjoys golfing with her husband, coffee, and pestering her two adult children.

Reviews

"Sanchez's series opener is a robust blend of fantasy and romance, seeded with twists for a consistently rewarding read...A well-balanced romance/fantasy that fans of both genres can enjoy."

- Kirkus Reviews

"Chasing the Darkness is an imaginative fantasy adventure story with a vibrant cast and a storyline that is relentlessly entertaining. A fast-paced sword and sorcery adventure that was hard to put down. If you enjoy stories like The Witcher or Assassin's Creed then you will find plenty to enjoy in this suspenseful fantasy novel that keeps things much more clean but loses none of the intrigue."

- Literary Titan

"The twists and turns in Chasing the Darkness are simply delightful. Readers who like stories about sword-and-sorcery fantasy worlds where the hero is deeply flawed and transforms from evil to good; where love is a new possibility and redemption a driving purpose to life and justifying one's actions; and where physical form, magic, and the desire for a life of love sometimes overwhelms purposes will find Chasing the Darkness compelling. Fantasy readers are in for a treat."

- D. Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review

"Chasing the Darkness is a beautiful read, as mysteries keep unfolding in each chapter. This book gets four out of four stars... I recommend it to lovers of medieval romance, action, and magic."

- OnlineBookClub.org

Book Information
ISBN 9781631956096
Author Cassie Sanchez
Format Paperback
Page Count 280
Imprint Morgan James Publishing llc
Publisher Morgan James Publishing llc