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. For fans of George RR Martin, Terry Brooks and Stephen Donaldson, 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.
Ferrishyn will be published by Scorpius books on Nov 30 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 1st publisher in the UK to publish dyslexic-friendly fiction for adults! They love breaking the rules and challenging the way publishing works.
“An intensely beautiful, painful, stirring story that combined magic and fantasy with some very stirring, real issues that impact humanity at this time.”