Special In Some Way

Special In Some Way

He hears the names whispered by the old gods. She is the bow and blade that protects the messenger. Together, they are the only hope for those names, whether they need saving... or stopping.

Fionn was a Priest of the temple, a quiet scholar who preferred ancient scrolls to the chaos of the living. But the gods had other plans. Blessed... or cursed... with the "voices of the old gods," Fionn hears the names of those in imminent danger. He is a vessel for divine justice, but a man of books is no match for the steel of bandits and the cruelty of the road.

Enter Elspeth.

A huntress born of a village that feared her, Elspeth is "Special in Some Way", a woman whose blood defies disease and whose flesh never scars. She is a formidable mix of iron and skill, a survivor who has spent her life in the shadows of the woods to escape the suspicious glares of men.

A Divine Partnership Born in Fire.

When Fionn is sent to save Elspeth, he realises she doesn't need his help. Instead, he finds a protector. From the gritty cobbled alleys of Caerlon to the treacherous muddy paths of the Blackwood, this unlikely duo must navigate a landscape of corruption, extortion, and cold-blooded murder.

But as Fionn's power grows... manifesting in a mysterious, purifying radiance... the missions become more life-threatening and dangerous. From rescuing a Magistrate's young son from kidnappers set on murder to facing the ghosts of Elspeth's own bitter past in the village of Thornbarrow, they realise that being "Special in Some Way" makes them the ultimate targets.

Why readers are diving into Special in Some Way:

• A Unique Magic System: Experience a world where divine intervention isn't a miracle, but a heavy burden that marks you for death.
• An Unforgettable Duo: The "Damp Firefly" and the "Deadly Huntress" share a bond built on survival, wit, and the slow-burn trust of two outcasts.
• Gritty Medieval Mystery: Perfect for fans of The Witcher, Brother Cadfael, and The Last Kingdom.
• High-Stakes Action: Featuring masterfully crafted escapes, alchemical poisons, and the clever sleight-of-hand of a roguish jester.

The old gods have spoken. The names have been whispered. Will you follow the light, or let the named stay lost in the dark?

Special in Some Way is the first book in an epic new Fantasy Mystery series. If you love atmospheric world-building, clever twists, and characters who fight for the downtrodden, start the journey today!