Arise

Domy's life is predictable. And he prefers it that way. Living in service to Her Sovereign, the introverted and heavy-set Groundskeeper has dedicated his life to seeing that his ruler's magnificent property thrives. But when his crew suffers multiple accidents and the land's normally pristine flora and fauna are overtaken by frightening disfigurements and bizarre behaviors, Domy must confront the possibility that things are not what they seem. Tensions ratchet higher when a Messenger...
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Domy's life is predictable. And he prefers it that way. Living in service to Her Sovereign, the introverted and heavy-set Groundskeeper has dedicated his life to seeing that his ruler's magnificent property thrives. But when his crew suffers multiple accidents and the land's normally pristine flora and fauna are overtaken by frightening disfigurements and bizarre behaviors, Domy must confront the possibility that things are not what they seem. Tensions ratchet higher when a Messenger announces the imminent arrival of honored Guests. In a frantic search for answers, Domy breaks Estate Law to elicit help from Flora, a beautiful, young Laundress. But can he really trust her? When Domy's unlawful probing leads him to discover a devastating truth about Her Sovereign--and the Estate's very existence--he realizes that he and Flora have only one choice. And nowhere to hide.A mysterious and compelling tale, in the tradition of fantastical science fiction, its familiar beginnings belie a coming tempest--without warning Arise quickly plunges toward an unexpected and sinister climax. One that will leave its readers breathless, teetering between enchanted and disturbed.