The Autumn Guard: The Breaking of Winter

"Our sword is lost in Twilight..."

In the mystical Kingdom of Mistledown, the beat of war drums echoes through ancient forests, heralding a gathering darkness. Raven warbands sow chaos, clan leaders vie for dominance, and an ancient foe seeks control over age-old deities. Within this turbulent setting, an inexperienced squirrel queen, a vixen monk, and her young marten follower find their lives entwined as they unravel the threads of fate. With newfound allies by their side, the trio races against time to unearth ancient secrets before the delicate balance of the world—and the Winter god himself—is irreversibly lost.

"... and must be returned."

Amid Mistledown's enchanting realms, Chief Gorrum of a massive raven tribe receives a divine call to align with the Fellian Empire, initiating a series of events that will reshape the kingdom's destiny. Members of Sunderstone Abbey, Lukias and Trundle, witness the symbolic transition from Autumn to Winter, oblivious to the impending conflict. Simultaneously, from Perenrose Castle, Queen Maewen grapples with leadership challenges as the Fellian Empire positions its forces. At Sunderstone Abbey, Vespren, head of the Autumn sanctus, experiences a profound yet undefined loss, setting her on a quest to renew what has faded. As war unfurls, the long-lost secrets of the Autumn Guard surface, prompting Lukias and Trundle to join forces with otter warrior Tulla and mouse messenger Danu on a perilous journey. The kingdom teeters on the edge of chaos as stormy visions, mysterious spirits, and a dark history converge, testing Mistledown’s very soul and the fragile equilibrium that sustains it.

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K.W. McLindsey

In the captivating realm of fantasy literature, K.W. McLindsey's "The Autumn Guard Series" is a magical testament to storytelling. Rooted in Michigan, the series transports readers to the enchanting Kingdom of Wilderhaven, where ancient prophecies and the echoes of war come to life. McLindsey's artistry, fueled by a profound love for nature and nostalgia, weaves a spellbinding narrative that explores the interplay of light and shadow. As a devoted enthusiast of stories and art, McLindsey infuses the series with a passion for nature, human conflict, love, and navigating a chaotic world. The Autumn Guard Series stands as an inviting journey into a world where imagination reigns supreme, offering a rich blend of elements that captivate the reader's heart and mind.

As readers delve into The Autumn Guard Series, they find themselves immersed in a world where anthropomorphic animals, ancient gods, and powerful prophecies converge. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a kingdom in turmoil, with ravens wreaking havoc, clan leaders vying for power, and an old enemy seeking control over forgotten deities. K.W. McLindsey deftly crafts a tale of war, magic, and the enduring struggle for balance, inviting readers to lose themselves in the realms of Wilderhaven.

The Autumn Guard Series is a testament to K.W. McLindsey's storytelling prowess, his resilience in the face of personal challenges, and his commitment to weaving narratives that resonate with the human experience. Through Wilderhaven, K.W. McLindsey offers readers an enchanting escape, inviting them to explore the realms of this anthropomorphic world full of history, spirits, and deep lore rooted in Pagan lore, Catholicism, the Ulster Cycle, and Roman/Gallic/Norse mythology. He hopes to give the spark of hope and wonder for the world that books did for him, and encourage young readers to be a part of their own stories as well. These books are to hopefully inspire kids to read and keep reading and keep on living with a thirst for life and knowledge.