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Ferrishyn

Ferrishyn is a raw, unflinching exploration of war, trauma, and the costs of survival—both to combatants and civilians. Set in a post-apocalyptic future where Earth has been ravaged by nuclear conflict, humanity is forced to seek refuge in the realm of Eamhain, a mystical land teetering on the brink of its own destruction.
Through the eyes of Commander Jacob Reid, a battle-hardened soldier grappling with the moral injuries inflicted by war, and Lucile Taylor, a displaced human raised among the Fenodyree—an ancient tribe locked in conflict with invading human forces—the story delves into the deep scars left by violence. Jacob, a good man haunted by the terrible things he’s done in the name of duty, finds himself torn between the lies of his leaders and his desire to atone. His relationship with Lucile, a woman struggling with her own trauma and PTSD, is a delicate balance between healing and heartbreak, love and destruction.
Ferrishyn challenges readers to confront the darker side of humanity—the exploitation of resources, the devastation of war, and the divisions of race. Themes of eco-criticism, colonialism, and speciesism resonate throughout, while the story’s folkloric backdrop and romantic elements keep the tension and emotions high.
This is not your typical romantasy. With graphic depictions of battle, adult themes, and morally grey characters, Ferrishyn will captivate readers who are as interested in the realities of war as they are in stories of love and redemption.
Ferrishyn is an intense, thought-provoking tale that dares to question the ethics of war, the complexity of human relationships, and the possibility of peace in a fractured world.

‘In unity, there is nothing to dread.’

Lewis delivers a hard-hitting blend of folklore and military grit.
-Richard Moriarty - The Sun
A rising star in gritty fantasy literature.
-Chris Riches - Daily Express
Ivy Lewis weaves a gripping tale of love and war, crafting characters as vivid and complex as the world they inhabit. Ferrishyn is a masterful exploration of trauma, healing, and redemption, brought to life through prose that is both beautifully evocative and emotionally charged. A must-read for anyone who loves stories that resonate long after the final page.
-RR Haywood - Washington Post, Wall St Journal, Amazon & Audible multimillion selling author.

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Ferrishyn was published by Scorpius books on November 30th 2024.
Scorpius Books is an independent publisher with the core belief that great stories are for everyone. Readers are at the forefront of everything they do.
They publish dynamic fiction, and are proud to be the first publisher in the UK to publish dyslexic-friendly fiction for adults!
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Praise for Ferrishyn

Readers words
  • “An intensely beautiful, painful, stirring story that combined magic and fantasy with some very stirring, real issues that impact humanity at this time.”
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    “Gripped: a one-word description of this wonderful story about love, breaking hearts and struggles to survive.”
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  • “An incredibly thought-provoking story. It doesn’t shy away from uncomfortable experiences that come with war, which was moving, but appreciated.”
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    “A hugely inclusive story in every way that I could think of, and the message of unity was massive throughout.”
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  • “I didn’t just read the world; I was IN the world! I was completely immersed and sad to leave!”
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    “Nail-biting right until the very end!”
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  • “Amongst the different worlds, the magical happenings, the battles for power, this is at heart a story about the transformative qualities of love.”
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    "Ferrishyn is a captivating dystopian adult fantasy novel that masterfully blends elements of science fiction, action, and romance."
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  • “An outstanding story.”
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    “If you love the lore of fantasy but want some futuristic sci-fi aspect and a story that doesn’t hold back the punches then I highly recommend Ferrishyn.”
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  • “I could not put it down.”
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    “I’m invested in what will happen next for Lucile, Jacob, and Vox I definitely plan to continue with this series.”
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  • “It's quite a hefty tome, but for me, it really didn't feel that long, and I flew through this read in three sittings.”
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    “This has the potential to grow into an epic series and I hope it does.”
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Upcoming in the Ferrishyn Series

Mag Mell

Ferrishyn Book 2: Mag Mell
Release Date: Halloween 2025
Publisher: Scorpius Books

Morrígan

Ferrishyn Book 3: Morrígan
Release Date: January 2026
Publisher: Scorpius Books