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LoreFolk: out from the shadows

Wendy James ()

Subgenre
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
Setting
CSM age16

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentModerate
LanguageMild

Trigger warnings

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Hero archetypes

Protector

Synopsis

A Bold new urban fantasy rooted in Trinidad & Tobago, where Caribbean Folklore walk among us. Ancient spirits and mythical beings, live hidden in plain sight as they pulse beneath the rhythms of modern life. Papa Bois, re-imagined along with the mystical mistress of the water Mama L’eau, Fair maidens, Soucriants and other folkloric beings must navigate a world where love, duty and destiny collide... Rebelle Wood is happy among the humans, comfortably settled with her job in Port of Spain, and the perfect boyfriend. What more could she want? But something is about to shift the balance she thought she had, She belongs to Nature and can’t shirk her duties. Especially when LoreFolk start disappearing one by one. Would Rebelle face her true calling and embrace her responsibility as the Protector? Can she restore order and protect the defenseless? Could an unexpected fated soulmate be the key and unlock all that was lost to her?

Is LoreFolk: out from the shadows appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This urban fantasy features Caribbean folklore beings living in modern Trinidad & Tobago with a romantic subplot involving fated mates. Likely contains moderate fantasy violence as LoreFolk disappear and the protagonist must protect them, plus moderate romantic content.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, moderate sexual content, and mild language.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy discovering Caribbean mythology brought to life in a modern city, with a relatable heroine torn between her comfortable life and her destined calling.

Tags

Caribbean FantasyFolklore RetellingParanormal RomanceContemporary Fantasy