SWMarthaAmbon

Cheska never imagined she’d be dragged into a world of magic and castles straight out of her favorite novels. But when a bitter and mysterious summoning pulls her— and her favorite author— into this realm, she’s forced to face a story far more tangled than fiction.

Surrounded by royal intrigue, dangerous creatures, and secrets tied to her companion’s past, Cheska must navigate a world both familiar and foreign. 
Why was she summoned? What truths lie hidden in this magical land? 
And how will an ordinary woman handle an extraordinary adventure?

Summon the Modern Lady!

Cheska exhaled, but her breath came out uneven. A strange chill crept through her veins, yet sweat beaded on her forehead. The room was steady, unmoving, yet she felt an unseen weight pressing down on her chest.

Her fingers trembled slightly as she clenched them into fists.

Calm yourself.

A whisper. Low, firm, and familiar.

Cheska barely reacted. She had grown used to them— the murmurs that slithered through her thoughts like shadows, quiet and omnipresent.

The dark magic inside you is unstable. Breathe.

The breath came out slow, measured, but the pressure didn't ease.

Kayer's voice was sharp with worry.

She barely had time to register him moving before he was at her side, kneeling beside her chair. His fingers brushed against her wrist, and he flinched.

Deprived (Part 1)