Tetiana Gurkalo

One moment you’re living your perfectly normal life, expecting nothing out of the ordinary — and the next, some terrifying guy climbs out of your mirror, declares you ‘the Keeper,’ and drags you into his world. Doesn’t listen to your protests, just promises to protect you and off you go. And what can you do, really, when there are demons around who do eat people? Oh, and demons who don’t eat people — because they’re smart. Monk-like guys who look like Buddhist ascetics but follow some very strange path. One-armed heartthrobs who are so dangerously attractive they should come with a warning label. And that’s just the beginning. As for the kidnapper — he’s clearly hiding something, keeps dragging you into one adventure after another, commits the occasional theft, and dodges all your question

There is a world where only mages can live. They can live there forever — as long as they’re not eaten, killed, or don’t accidentally fall into some unknown abyss. There’s a city in the mountains that must be defended — from demons, strange creatures, and people who crave power, control, and who-knows-what-else. And there is a man — a stranger, really — brought to this city after his own, in another world, was destroyed. But this city in the valley has become dear to him. And its people — even dearer. For them, he’ll take risks, make foolish decisions and heroic ones alike… and for all that, he’ll be punished. Or perhaps… rewarded

If someone is fate’s favorite, boredom is simply not an option. Especially with determined students nearby, a couple of spies sneaking around, a horde of warriors, and an ancient fortress in the mix. The students will uncover secrets long buried — and best left alone. The warriors will thoroughly test the commander’s daughter’s fiancé, just to be sure. A ginger cat will hunt down some very suspicious rodents. And his owner? He’ll buy and try an even more suspicious potion. And just when fate’s favorite thinks every possible disaster has already happened, fate will grin… and return his magic — far more than he ever lost. And wish him the best of luck. Because fate, you see, really enjoys a bit of fun.

Everyone’s looking for something. Some are searching for love — the kind that lasts a lifetime. Some just need a bit more time to finally finish all their unfinished business. Some want to uncover the secrets of an old school. And some… well, some weren’t asking for a grandson who appeared out of nowhere — but still have to go searching anyway: for an ex-wife, and for a way to deal with that very same grandson

If you keep asking fate for adventure, don’t be surprised when it suddenly throws one at you. Right at your feet. In the form of a girl — not a beauty, unfortunately — but a classic 'damsel in distress.' And no, rescuing the girl doesn’t mean the adventure is over — it’s only just beginning. That’s just the kind of girl she is. And if someone agrees to keep an eye on her at the school of magic, it’s naive to think it’s going to be easy.