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Seeking: Alpha Readers & Critique Partners Title: Realm of Shadows: A Dark One’s Curse Genre: Dark Fantasy / Psychological Fantasy Length: ~85k words | 26 chapters (non-linear draft) Status: 1st Draft

Content Warnings: PTSD, trauma, necromancy, strong language, identity loss, psychological horror, nudity, sexual content, mental illness, dissociation, emotional manipulation, body horror, and scenes of violence and death.

Special Note to My Readers: This working manuscript is rooted in my own experience with PTSD. The Dark One represents trauma personified—fragmented identity, suppressed pain, and the ongoing fight to reclaim agency. Trin’s journey is one of reluctant growth, grief, and resilience.

Krios is the name I’ve given my PTSD, and naming that darkness has been a powerful step in my healing. If you’re fighting your own battles, I hope this story offers a reminder: you’re not alone—and you can live alongside the shadows without letting them consume you.

Blurb: In a world where reality blurs and ancient secrets beckon, Trin Reginald Effict grapples with an enigmatic force known as The Dark One. As visions and whispers threaten his sanity, he’s drawn into a web of manipulation and chaos. With allies at his side, Trin must confront both external foes and the shadows within. Can he rewrite his destiny—or will he be consumed by the storm within his mind?

I am looking for: Alpha readers open to character-driven, non-linear narratives And/or critique partners who enjoy dark, emotionally layered fantasy with internal conflict and psychological stakes

Areas seeking feedback: Flow & pacing, worldbuilding, character development, tone, emotional clarity, and narrative continuity

Happy to swap chapters and connect with thoughtful readers. If you’re interested, feel free to message me or comment below!

Hi, I'd be happy to have a read through some chapters & give my thoughts on them. Feel free to email me at [email protected]

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Julia wrote: "Hi, I'd be happy to have a read through some chapters & give my thoughts on them. Feel free to email me at [email protected]"

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