Centuries have passed since The Great War, and the four sects of Sori now coexist in relative peace and harmony. In Bala’s bustling markets, Sori’s Caomhnóir enforces justice, ensuring that swift and severe punishments keep crime at bay. Outside the boundaries of Bala, the sects of Sori have flourished, ushering in an era of prosperity.
Although the sects thrived, their era of peace was destined to end. A shadowy, almost spectral figure emerged in Sori, disrupting the hard-won balance of the land. Through cunning manipulation, the figure sowed the seeds of rebellion within the Galenvarg and Veirlintu sects, threatening to plunge Sori into chaos once more. Sensing the growing danger, the Goddess Nantosuelta chose a Leigheasan named Maya as her champion—tasked with eliminating the dark force and preventing another Great War.
Many among the Leigheasan doubted Maya could ever be the chosen one. She had yet to complete their rite of passage, possessed no powers, and kept herself distant from her peers. But with Nantosuelta’s blessing, Maya embarks on a journey to unlock her true abilities, stop an impending war, and prove herself as a leader among her people.
Awards
Book Excellence Awards (2022): Dark Days- Finalist in Young Adult Fiction.
Readers’ Favorite Book Awards (2021): Dark Days- Honorable Mention in the Young Adult category for Action.
American Fiction Awards (2021): Dark Day- finalist in the Epic/High Fantasy category.
Feathered Quill Book Awards (2021): Dark Days- Finalist in the category of Science Fiction/Fantasy.
Feathered Quill Book Awards (2021): Dark Days- Finalist in the category of Teens (13-18).
Royal Dragonfly Book Award (2020): Dark Day- category of Young Adult Fiction.
Royal Dragonfly Book Award (2020): Dark Days- category of Science Fiction/Fantasy.
Praise for Dark Days
Kirkus Review: “An impressive first installment with a remarkable, series-worthy hero.” The full review is available by clicking -> Kirkus Review of Dark Days
BookLife: “Like The Hunger Games and Earth’s Children, Dark Days follows the adventures of a young heroine armed with intelligence, pluck, and extraordinary talents. YA readers will recognize Maya as an exemplar of Girl Power Lit.”
Book Excellence Awards: “Readers will fall in love with and root for Maya, who is a powerful and magnetic character. They will also revel in the wit and humor in the story along with action and adventure sequences, shown by the clever dialogue and fight scenes.”
5-star review from Readers’ Favorite: “Author D. W. Saur has crafted an excellent fantasy novel that delivers on so many fronts and is unique to the genre in giving its female protagonist a powerful mission with no romantic subplots or distractions. What results is a compelling tale of independence, fighting spirit, and self-discovery, which is only enhanced by the author’s excellent commitment to character and worldbuilding. ” –Review by K.C. Finn
5-star review from Readers’ Favorite: “Dark Days by D.W. Saur was an incredibly rich and detailed story. This young adult novel was dark enough to keep me riveted and descriptive enough to maintain my attention until the end. The narrative drove the story forward and allowed the characters enough breathing room to grow. The action never stopped, the pace was fast enough to keep the plot going and the arc was exciting.” – Review by Rabia Tanveer
Where to Buy
D.W.’s books are available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Apple Books, and other major retailers. Most titles are offered in paperback, hardcover, and ebook formats, though audiobooks are not yet available. However, bringing his stories to audio is a future goal, as it’s one of his favorite ways to experience books.
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