Patricia Perry’s debut novel, “Quest for the Source of Darkness,” plunges readers into an action-packed fantasy world interwoven with mystery and a subtle romantic subplot. At 422 pages, this book promises a lengthy and engaging reading experience.
The protagonist, Ramira, is a strong, gifted woman afflicted by amnesia. Haunted by fragmented memories, she struggles to uncover her identity and origins. Her only anchor is her name.
Ramira finds herself amidst elves, dwarves, and desert nomads locked in a precarious state of coexistence. Their fragile peace is threatened by the looming evil of Mahn and his demonic forces. These minions range from the lowly Kreetch to the terrifying Vox, entities capable of possessing bodies and inflicting centuries of torment.
The Elf Kings, Alyxandyr and Gard, alongside the Dwarf King, Seven, and the Herkah rulers, Zada and Allad, unite at the gates of Bystyn. Their combined forces seek strength in numbers as they prepare to confront the encroaching darkness. Ramira discovers her latent powers and realizes she is not alone in this fight. Guided by a powerful seer and the secrets of elven magic, they must all grow stronger to stand any chance against the evil that threatens to consume them.
Perry masterfully unveils the story, revealing tantalizing clues at a measured pace, ensuring readers remain captivated throughout this expansive fantasy adventure.