Four months after the defeat of the Dark Friars, Liam O’Connor is finally finding some balance in life. He’s juggling college, his friends, and his role as a Keeper of the Crossing. But that balance is about to break, and his friends’ safety is on the line. Tariq Ashar is trying to make his new relationship with Liam work while dealing with old secrets tied to Lucas Martindale, the obnoxious and unpredictable grandson of the Head of the Guild. When Lucas’ troubled past comes back to haunt him, it pulls Tariq and Liam into danger, putting everything at risk. Meanwhile, a new enemy is rising in Sarumbourne, driven by anger and revenge. As darkness spreads through the city, the Keepers must fight to protect it – or lose what they’ve sworn to defend.
Keepers of the Crossing: The Handsel Witches (Paperback)
A new YA urban fantasy series! Generations have sacrificed for the Crossing. Now, a new era of Keepers is awakening. Seventeen-year-old Liam O’Connor dreams of a fellow student’s murder. With friends, he uncovers secrets about his identity. Targeted by Dark Friars, Liam is saved by Tariq, who introduces him to a supernatural world. Can Liam juggle college, family, friendships, and his newfound destiny? The Keepers of the Crossing series blends horror, fantasy, action, romance, and humor. Fans of Buffy, Supernatural, and The Mortal Instruments will be drawn into this story.
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Book Details
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About The Author
Ryan J Hamshaw
The Dark Friars is Ryan’s debut novel and the first book in the ‘Keepers of the Crossing’ series. Ryan initially conceived the idea for the series back in 2009, but it wasn’t until the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 that he finally found the time to begin writing the first book.
Despite being dyslexic, Ryan has never let it hold him back from telling the stories he’s itching to write. While a fan of various genres, it’s horror, fantasy, and adventure that truly set his imagination on fire.
Growing up, Ryan often felt a disconnect with the characters he encountered in stories. Even today, LGBTQ+ characters rarely take the lead, fall in love, and live their best lives. Ryan aims to change that by crafting stories where everyone can see themselves represented, regardless of who they love or how they identify.
When Ryan isn’t writing, he works in digital marketing for an arts and education charity. In his spare time, he enjoys reading, trips to the cinema, playing badminton, gardening, and walking his dog.
Ryan currently lives in Wiltshire, England, with his husband, Richard, and their energetic springador dog, Bellamy.
You can follow Ryan on Instagram, Threads, and TikTok at @ryanjhamshaw and subscribe to his newsletter at ryanjhamshaw.co.uk
