Veilbound

Where magic reigns, trust is the rarest power of all.

In the shadowed nexus of Aethryn, where magic saturates every stone and whispers in the winds, chaos is not merely a condition but a constant companion. Riva Thorn and Kellan Delacroix, two seasoned Veilwardens, must set aside a rivalry steeped in misunderstanding to undertake a perilous mission. When a child bearing a mysterious power crucial for the stability of their world is snatched into the depths of this twisted realm, the stakes are higher than ever.

Navigating a landscape that defies reality; where time flows unevenly and trees feed upon fear, requires more than skill; it demands trust and a new understanding. As the winter solstice thins the veil between worlds, Riva and Kellan discover that to save the child, they must not only confront the enigmatic Malachai but also the dark reflections of their own souls. Can they rewrite the destiny of two worlds, or will their own fears undo them?

Veilbound is a standalone novelette by fantasy author Taylen Carver.

Taylen’s standalone fiction:
Touched by Faelight
Used Spells for Sale
Roots of the Storm
Veilbound

Contemporary Fantasy Novelette