New York, NY, September 16, 2026 — Author C. N. Lesley introduces a technologically dominated world of betrayal,survival, and rebellion in Shadow Over Avalon (Shadow Saga Book 1). The science fiction adventure follows Arthur, agenetically engineered young man who escapes becoming the chosen vessel of a dangerous entity trapped withinthe computer controlling life support for a submerged city. His survival places him between two worlds, drawing himtoward surface dwelling rebels fighting ruthless Inhuman overlords while the creator responsible for his existence
continues watching his every move.
The conflict in Shadow Over Avalon (Shadow Saga Book 1) extends beyond a single enemy. Arthur must navigatecompeting threats while attempting to understand who is controlling events and what role he is expected to play. Anear death encounter leaves another character relying almost entirely on the determination to survive a dramaticallyaltered reality, signaling the beginning of something larger. Told through two timelines, the novel gradually revealshow events in the past create consequences for the future, with humanity itself ultimately placed at risk.Lesley’s inspiration for Shadow Over Avalon (Shadow Saga Book 1) began with a vivid dream that quickly expandedafter she committed the idea to paper. What started as a single vision grew into a larger story and ultimatelydeveloped into a series. That origin is reflected in the novel’s layered construction, where clues emerge gradually andmysteries invite readers to reconsider earlier events as new information appears. Lesley designed the narrative sorevisiting the story can reveal connections and details that may take on additional meaning with greater knowledge
of its world.
The novel is aimed at readers who enjoy science fiction adventure enriched by elements of horror, romance, mystery,and dystopian conflict. Its dual timeline structure allows the past and future to inform one another while multipleantagonists create different forms of danger. Shadow Over Avalon (Shadow Saga Book 1) combines questions about technology and control with a more personal struggle over identity, free will, survival, and whether Arthur can escapebecoming a pawn in plans created by forces more powerful than himself.
C. N. Lesley uses Shadow Over Avalon (Shadow Saga Book 1) to establish the foundation for an expanding saga inwhich humanity’s future is shaped by choices, betrayals, and events unfolding across time. The novel’s submerged city,surface rebellion, engineered protagonist, and competing threats create a setting where survival depends onuncovering the truth before others can control it. For readers who enjoy unraveling mysteriesalongside their sciencefiction, Lesley’s opening installment offers an adventure designed to reveal new layers as Arthur moves closer to
understanding the forces surrounding him.
The book is now available — secure your copy here: https://a.co/d/05IS9QQk
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SHADOW OVER AVALON BLENDS SCIENCE FICTION, MYSTERY, AND SURVIVAL ACROSS
TWO TIMELINES
Book 2 Sword of Shadows is coming very soon.
