Today Steven Rudy and Rockstar
Book Tours are revealing the cover for SHADOW BOUND SOULS, the second book in his
steampunk sci-fi/fantasy series which releases February 1, 2022! Check out the
awesome cover and enter the giveaway!
On to the reveal!
Title: SHADOW BOUND SOULS (The Luminance Saga Book 2)
Author: Steven Rudy
Pub. Date: February 1, 2022
Publisher: MysticHawk Press LLC
Formats: Paperback, eBook
Pages: ?
Shadow Bound Souls, blends Science
Fiction and classic high fantasy in a steampunk world.
The frontier of alchemy, magic and machines nears a breaking point.
Book two of The Luminance Saga is an action-packed sci-fi fantasy adventure,
charged with a tension inherited from the epic climax of book one. Shadow Bound
Souls picks up where the first novel left off, with a band of heroes stranded
in a world on the brink of war.
The Sagean Lord has emerged.
While the Wrythen's influence grows stronger, the Sagean and his power-hungry
acolytes, the Court of Dragons, are intent on delivering the gem of souls to
the Temple of Ama; where the Sintering Fountain can transform the acolytes into
Luminaries.
Meanwhile, the band of heroes find themselves separated in a world starting to
tear itself apart. Having suffered a huge loss, Ellaria and Elias must escape
the Mainland with the Sagean’s agents pursuing them. When Elias becomes sick,
Ellaria decides to hide amongst the Showman’s Traveling Show of Wonders. But
their journey is shadowed by darkness and when troupe members turn up murdered,
Ellaria struggles to find the killer amongst her company.
Far away in the Warhawk Mountains, the three young rogues are stranded with the
Tempest Stone. Aimless about what to do, their paths take a turn when they
discover the horrifying magnitude of the Sagean’s return to power, the Scree.
Shadow Bound Souls continues the steampunk saga with a sequel that
takes the plot to greater depths, while expanding upon the immersive world; with
a ending that hurtles the series toward the coming World War.
The Luminance Saga
Book 1 – The Binding Tempest
Book 2 – Shadow Bound Souls
Haven’t started the series yet? Grab Book 1 THE BINDING TEMPEST in Hardcover, Paperback, or read for FREE with a Kindle Unlimited membership!
Reviews for book 1, THE
BINDING TEMPEST:
“This start of a saga is difficult
to put down as the readers follow Ellaria Moonstone as she fights to protect
all knowledge!”– Sara Anderson, Reedsy Discovery
“The Binding Tempest is highly
recommended reading for steampunk fantasy and sci-fi fans interested in an epic
work evolving on the scale of Lord of the Rings.”– D. Donovan, Senior
Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
“Bolstered by vivid, brilliant
descriptions, Rudy’s high-intensity storytelling shines, and the assured,
intelligent prose allow readers to stay invested. The expert combination of
immersive storytelling, strong characters, and well-woven mixture of
speculative and steampunk elements makes for an unforgettable experience. A
dazzling, powerhouse… Fans of intricately crafted, sophisticated high fantasy
won’t want to miss this.” – The Prairies Book Review
Except from Shadow Bound Souls:
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The three of them walked into town on foot and for the
longest time, Learon didn't see anyone around. It was beginning to feel like a
ghost town. A few shapes were seen inside houses, but Learon didn't stop until
they reached the town center.
In the open green space, about fifty townspeople lingered
aimlessly. Learon almost went past them to the Inn until the truth of what they
were doing hit him. He realized they weren't moving. The sight of them standing
still chilled him to his bones.
"What's wrong with them?" Tali whispered.
"I don't know. I tried talking to a few of them and none
responded. Sometimes they'll look at you, but that's it," Wade said.
Learon surveyed the area and waved for the others to follow,
"Come on, I need to find Rose."
He ran over to the Inn and up the porch steps. There were
others inside all in the same static state, and a foul smell of mildew and
excrement made it hard to breathe. In the kitchen, the smell was worse. There
he found Jema, the cook. She was standing in the darkened room with a knife in
her hand. The ghosted look in her eyes was frightening. They were glossy and
yellowing.
"Jema. Jema, where's Rose?" Learon said, but there
was no response. Jema blinked and seemed to be breathing, but she didn't
answer. He stepped closer to her.
"Be careful, Learon," Tali cautioned.
Learon tried again, this time touching Jema on the arm,
"Jema, are you . . ."
At his touch, she took a step forward. The sudden movement
startled Tali, and she backed into some empty egg crates. Learon moved away to
give Jema space. Jema slowly strode to the counter and began to chop some
rotten meat on the board. Jema's movements were almost mechanical and she did
it all without registering their presence in the room.
About Steven Rudy:
After attending the University of
Colorado at Boulder, where Steven studied architecture, philosophy and writing.
He has worked in the field of architecture for 20 years designing houses,
commercial buildings and working on historic preservation projects across
Colorado. He is passionate about sci-fi, fantasy, the Denver Broncos,
architecture, and Bob Dylan. The Binding Tempest was Steven’s first
novel and he’s thrilled to bring book 2, Shadow Bound Souls into the
world.
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