{"product_id":"the-god-slayers-9781998278152","title":"The God Slayers","description":"When gods fall... humanity rises.\u003cp\u003eIn the dystopian year 2095, Kenzie Okuda flees the stifling theocracy of the United Republic of America, seeking refuge in the United States where magic is not condemned but embraced as a scientific marvel. As a transman, Kenzie hopes for acceptance and access to the freedom he deserves. Little does he know that this magical haven is about to face its darkest hour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA mysterious sorcerer unleashes a malevolent force akin to Satan upon the enchanted halls of the magic university, sending shockwaves through the campus. Kenzie, alongside a diverse group of friends, discovers that their individual magical talents may hold the key to stopping the demonic onslaught. However, the elusive caster remains hidden, casting a shadow of despair over their efforts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAmidst the chaos, Reverend John Paul Smith, Jr., the supreme religious ruler of the URA, arrives, exploiting the chaos to further his own agenda. He proclaims the attack as divine retribution, aiming to impose a tyrannical regime on the U.S. and snuff out the burgeoning magical community.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Kenzie and his friends form a student taskforce to uncover the truth, they unearth hidden secrets that plunge them into a world darker than they could have ever imagined. Simultaneously, Rev. Smith seeks to fan the flames of a holy revolution, threatening to turn the U.S. into a mirror image of the oppressive URA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo thwart the impending catastrophe, Kenzie and his friends must unveil the true extent of their powers and forge an unbreakable alliance. Only by facing the shadows within themselves can they hope to confront the external forces that threaten to plunge both their magical haven and newfound freedom into eternal darkness. The battle for liberation, identity, and the very essence of magic itself unfolds in this gripping tale of rebellion and self-discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWright, Patrick Bryce:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Patrick Bryce Wright, an unconventional English professor adorned with tattoos and piercings, whose passion for supernatural horror, fantasy, and science fiction fuels his impactful storytelling. Patrick proudly embraces his neurodivergence, third-gender identity, and survivor status, all of which enrich the narratives within his books. As a vocal LGBTQIA+ activist, Patrick focuses on portraying diverse characters in his novels, aiming for sensitive depictions of the queer, d\/Deaf, and dissociative identity disorder communities. Armed with degrees in English and psychology, Patrick weaves intricate tales that reflect his academic background.","brand":"Wicked Ink Publishing Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51552818135314,"sku":"9781998278152","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_b45f4381-645a-4b7a-80ee-49f12f6a7a7c.jpg?v=1754905987","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/the-god-slayers-9781998278152","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}