One fairytale down, one pirate-infested nightmare to go...
Molly, my ever-loyal falcon, Fetch, and I barely survived evil wizard Relyk and escaped Alabaster, only to get cannon-bombed into our next story. Literally. Peter Pan and Tinkerbell swoop in with a rescue, whisking us off to Neverland. At first, it’s all glitter and good times on an island straight out of a daydream…until they mention a magical clock they’ve been hunting.
The same clock I need to fulfill my destiny.
So we do what any desperate main characters would do—we steal their boat and vanish into the night to get a jump on finding the clock. Too bad we sail straight into the hands of pirates.
And here’s the real kicker: Their captain is the man I’ve been dreaming of since childhood.
The twist? He’s not charming. He’s not kind. He’s not even remotely sane.
He’s the most dreaded pirate of all time.
And he thinks I’m a boy.
Now we’re tangled in secrets, trying to blend in, plotting yet another escape—until I find out the man of my dreams is after the same enchanted clock. The one he stole from Peter Pan a decade ago and lost to a massive, man-eating crocodile…along with his hand.
With reluctant alliances, sea monsters, and an unholy attraction to an even unholier pirate, this story might end with a bang or me walking the plank.
The series
In Inkbound, Shannon Mayer weaves a darkly enchanting world where fairy tales are more than just stories—they’re the very fabric of reality. With each turn of the page, readers are drawn into a universe where the boundaries between the familiar and the fantastical blur, creating a thrilling backdrop for a series that’s as immersive as it is unforgettable.
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At the heart of Inkbound lies a reimagining of timeless fairy tales, brought to life with Mayer's signature blend of magic, danger, and unexpected twists. In Inked in Ashes, the first book of the series, readers meet a world where legends come to life with deadly consequences, and the heroes and villains of old must navigate new, treacherous landscapes. This is a place where nothing is as it seems, and even the most beloved tales take on new, darker forms.
As the series unfolds with Inked in Onyx and the upcoming Inked in Emeralds, the stakes grow higher, and the characters—many of whom straddle the line between hero and anti-hero—must face impossible choices. Will they remain loyal to their ancient stories, or will they rewrite their own fates? Every chapter unearths deeper secrets, more perilous adventures, and a web of intricate relationships that keep readers on the edge of their seats.
What sets Inkbound apart is not just its captivating plot but the atmospheric world-building that draws you into its very heart. From enchanted forests to dark, forgotten kingdoms, each location is vividly brought to life, leaving you with the sense that this world is just as real as your own. Mayer's lyrical storytelling lures you into a complex universe of shifting allegiances and moral dilemmas, where the magic is as unpredictable as the characters who wield it.
Inkbound is a must-read for fans of fantasy who crave intricate plots, bold reimaginings of classic tales, and a touch of romance woven through the chaos. With every new book, the series deepens in complexity, and the characters continue to evolve in ways that will keep readers coming back for more. Whether you’re a fan of fairy tales or simply love rich, immersive storytelling, this series offers a fresh take that’s as mysterious and unpredictable as the worlds it brings to life.
Step into the pages of Inkbound—where every story has its own secrets, and the ink that binds them may just be the key to unlocking a destiny no one saw coming.
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