Technology exists but has been outlawed. While the elite strictly enforce the tech ban on others, they have found ways to work around the restrictions. Naturally, those living in the "dark ages" aren't content with the cards being stacked against them, leading to an underground tech resurgence that threatens what is left of the human race.
Set in a sparsely populated new world, born from the vestiges of an advanced civilization lost, SPARX blends traditional high fantasy with the technological underpinnings of a best-forgotten past.
“[This world] feels lived in by real characters, like courageous Vey. It also feels worth caring about and keeping up with... surprising tech and magic”
“The dangers of Whisperwood prove peculiar, memorable, and even funny.”
“The care Sprague takes with bringing different perspectives to life, and in putting earthy, convincing dialogue into the mouths of characters, brings life to the conflicts and milieu.”
“[The SPARX Luminary series] combines swords and high-tech science fiction as the remnants of the human race on a disaster-ravaged world ... venture into unspeakable danger.”
“The characters were wonderful. I enjoyed Vey, Hadamard, and Akrylla, as well as the secondary characters. They were well fleshed out, very believable, and exciting to follow.”
Luminary Characters
LUMEN HADAMARD, a luminary who walks the line between enforcing the anti-tech treaty and dabbling in banned arts. How else can he protect the archives and his people against constant threat and aggression? But is he unleashing a greater destructive power?
AKRYLLA, a demented old shaman scarred by experimentation in the Star Sands and haunted by her past. She is intent on regaining her rightful place as a spiritual leader – no matter what the costs. “Akrylla, a creepy and compelling update on the witch archetype” -BookLife Reviews
VEY LANCER, a promising young diplomat summoned to Fort Abandon to discuss treaty compliance and new alliances – and if a little romance is to be had along the way, all the better. But a chance encounter with Akrylla leaves her abducted, drugged, and set on a twisted path of darkness.
AMOT RIXIN: An adept, young, hot-tempered Kith ranger and scout. The first to learn how to wield striker weapons.
BERENDT GARONDI, a commander in the Kith Quarter who knows what it means to have the odds stacked against him. His men are rough and wild, but they sure know how to improvise
ERIFF HAULIK, a champion duelist, radiance channeler, and true-hearted queensman. He has the best of everything. Why shouldn’t he and his elite Queen’s Guard possess the strikers?
GALEWIND, a knightmaiden tormented by the recent tragedy to befall her wind-riding sisters. She struggles to conquer her guilt. With increased need for air-surveillance and special operations, Hadamard’s new ‘striker’ weapons could offset the recent losses amongst the highly trained all-female Order Valkyrie. Can Galewind overcome her remorse and secure one for her elite sisterhood?
HERSH TEHAN, the vice-regent of Fort Abandon, is at a crossroads: comply with the treaty and continue to live in the dark ages, or forsake it and allow his people to prosper like their elite neighbors. But can he abandon his allegiance and live with the greater consequences?
TAEGLIN, the undying descendant of the First King and the rightful ruler of Harrow, intent on rebuilding the lost empire of the new world.
ELU, a Dark Elderkin rogue, torn between two worlds and tormented by his love for a woman gone insane.
CRUSHER & ANYA, twin projectionists with unique talents as shapers.