The Dead Gates

Author Risp returns, ushering us back into the intense world of the Live Pool, the Spirit War, and the cursed realm of Desolation. Action, mystery, romance, unexpected twists, and deep moral crossroads await. The Dead Gates brings it once again.

Enter the upper planes of Desolation — the cursed and blasted citadel of the powers of Rebellion, eternally burnt and scarred from a war that happened before time began. Here the many petty principalities and powers contend for dominance and futile glory, in a quest to influence and control the world of men. Welcome back to the realm of the prince of the air, and come find… The Dead Gates.

Street-wise young woman Reh Reh finds herself dreaming of a strange, searing plane of desolation, though she doesn’t know how or why. For her new husband, the redeemed half-blood Tony Salazar, disaster strikes — forcing him to face the darkest season of his life, and a choice to confront or succumb to his demons. Meanwhile Detective Emma Christy, along with Michael York and his invisible partner, the angelic warrior Zophiel, seek to uncover the truth of the Devourer and Taker — a mysterious evil that has haunted the mountains of upper New York State for centuries. It all builds toward a powerful and personal finale that will forever change the lives of this small band of friends.