About the book...
Immortal Descent is a supernatural thriller about one
man’s journey into a dark world of ancient creatures, secret societies, and the
origin of immortality. Ethan West hopes for a fresh start in college, after a lifetime
of pain and loss. But instead he gets a curse—a rebirth that closely resembles a
death sentence. Wielding a rare and powerful, yet unpredictable, ability, Ethan
becomes a savior and a danger to his world all at once. Buried throughout
history, a hidden lineage of immortal ancients are at war. And Ethan’s ability
can put an end to it. The only problem is that power this great always comes
with an unspeakable price…
Excerpt...
What if one man’s beginning meant everyone else’s end?
Ethan didn’t realize he was screaming until he felt Rue shaking him. His eyes
flew open and he stared up at her face and into those bright silver eyes. For
the briefest instant, all his fear melted away when he looked up at her. He
remembered the shadowed eyes of the woman from the alleyway. These eyes were so
different. Never had he seen eyes as hers before, so intense—so bright, so
capturing. He held her gaze, almost afraid to look away. If he looked away,
what would he see?
Praise
for Immortal
Descent...
“So
much detail and such complex characters! It’s a multi-layered storyline with plenty
of twists and turns that really take you on a journey.” – Cindy Walker
Other
fans have called Immortal Descent “amazing” and “completely original,” and say
it’s a read that is “absolutely impossible to put down!”
Q: Why did you write Immortal Descent?
A: Immortal Descent originally came
to me as a short story idea about a glimpse into the life of an immortal,
witnessed by an ordinary man. But after sitting on the idea for a while, I
realized the story deserved so much more. I’d read plenty of stories about
immortality, but few addressed the origin of it and why. That’s when I thought
this would make a great story, so I began researching it. Add to that: dark
factions, secret societies, an underground war, plus magic, and you’ve got the
world of Immortal Descent.
Q: Will this be a standalone novel or a series?
A: This story took on a life of its own. It’s become an epic tale involving
ancient lore, taboo history, and the idea of immortality existing in the real
world. I’d written a paranormal thriller novel revolving around a (seemingly
ordinary but not) young man named Ethan West and his experiences with the
supernatural, but there is SO much more. Because of the scope of Immortal Descent’s universe and the
extensive history it pulls from, readers can expect a series of books. We’ll be
seeing more of Ethan, learn more about the original immortals known as the
Lorns, as well as dig deeper into the stories of the antagonists of this book.
Q: This book is at the threshold of New Adult
with the protagonist Ethan West being just 20 years old. Was this intentional?
A: When the idea came to me as a short story, I was in my early twenties. I was
still growing up and the feelings I had during that time in my life were very
strong. I always knew I wanted to write a story with a protagonist at that
particular age—there isn’t quite a time like it. Just as the teen years are a
remarkable time, so is that short span of years thereafter. Ethan suffers from
anxiety, struggles with his identity, and has other concerns common for someone
his age. He’s turbulent, impetuous, and lost at times, but evolving—all
elements that are pivotal to this dark story.
Carolyn
M. Walker grew up surrounded by books and has a particular soft spot for
fantasy stories and psychological thrillers. With a Bachelors degree in both
English Literature and Psychology from Florida State University, Carolyn loves
exploring the many sides of the human psyche and building worlds that address
some of life’s greatest “what-if” questions. In addition to being a creative writer,
Carolyn is also a certified copywriter, copy editor, and marketing consultant.
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