Somewhere Out There by Caroline Astiago

Benjamin didn't survive the battle of Camlann. Nor did his mentor and best friend Merlin. Nor did King Arthur. The only difference was they died, and Benjamin continued existing, forced to take on their Guardianship of a realm torn apart by war with desperate Gods. But the world didn't end - although it came close a few times. Centuries have slipped by and there hasn't been much need for Benjamin's skills as a warlock, but at least he's had his magic, Ambrosius, for company. They've done their best to keep the realm safe, but everything changes one Halloween in Oxford when Benjamin meets April, a vampire hunter who isn't quite what she seems. As the universe begins to unravel and the Gods seek to ensure their continued freedom, Benjamin must confront conflicts of morality and his own inner demons to find the truth and save his realm. Rooted in the Arthurian legends and Norse mythology, Somewhere Out There is an enthralling exploration of betrayals, identity, tangled relationships, LGBTQ+ themes, loss and love. With a dash of horror and humour, this adult urban fantasy is as much a psychological journey as a supernatural adventure set in an ever-changing, magic-soaked world. Ideal for fans of His Dark Materials, American Gods, Good Omens, BBC's Merlin and Supernatural.

About the Author
Caroline is an author and playwright based in the North. Inspired by anything supernatural, historical, and the myths and legends of Europe, she writes fantasy and supernatural stories that pack an emotional punch. Her day job involves helping others bring their stories to live on stage and screen.

Reviews
An original take on a mix of Arthurian legend, Norse mythology and fantasy. Kindle Reader; A wonderful mash up of Arthurian legend and fantasy. Featuring a vampire, hunter and age old magic. What more could you want from a novel?; The World building is wonderful and the banter between the characters really helps to add levity to the story. Amazon Reader; Fascinating world building. I related a lot to Ben's mental state and feeling overwhelmed, it was written in such a way that the reader can really feel it too. Sophie; I loved all the different relationship dynamics going on and how it keeps you guessing at exactly what is happening. Kim



Book Information
ISBN 9781805410898
Author Caroline Astiago
Format Paperback
Page Count 394
Imprint Publishing Push LTD
Publisher Publishing Push LTD
Series Shadows and Regrets
Weight(grams) 386g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 129mm * 22mm