Shield of the King: Elowen Book 1

The first book in the YA epic fantasy series, Elowen. In the same world as the epic Eres Chronicles.

“This page turner does not disappoint!”

She may not be the hero they want, but she is the one they need.

Born in a kingdom where women are kept from power, Elowen has been trained as a warrior by her father, a former general. When her father is ordered out of retirement, she joins him on a journey to thwart a plot to assassinate the king.

Tragedy strikes in defense of the royal family, and Elowen begins her own mission to expose the rebellion. She discovers secrets about her past that threaten to destroy her homeland and her own life, and she must find a way to fight for what is right in a corrupt kingdom.

From US Review of Books:

Mooney creates a fascinating world of characters and creatures that immediately pulls the reader into the story. His writing is tight with beautifully descriptive language, well-rounded characters, and thrilling plot twists. The author writes in an engaging style that invites readers into this world. This page-turner does not disappoint.