Alice, a young girl, daughter of Woodmyst and the new Kayl'sro of the Agrodien, turns her focus to rectifying the wrongs of those who were in the position of power before her. With more blood on her hands than even the most seasoned warriors, she prepares herself to protect her homeland, regardless of the cost. Alice discovers that the power growing out of the Seven, the witches of Woodmyst, is about to take on a new quality that will change the balance of good and evil. Only with the cooperation of other powerful women and allies from afar, whom Alice doesn’t yet know, will there be any hope for Woodmyst. The Shadow of Woodmyst is the sixth book in The Woodmyst Chronicles and continues the story of Alice Warde as her inherited powers, as well as her understanding of the course she must take, develop and grow stronger.

From a faraway land... ...comes a new adventure. The Woodmyst Chronicles is the story of a small community that face the hardest of trials in a world filled with darkness, violence and magic. Starting with The Walls of Woodmyst, this series is spread over ten high-octane novels that will keep you wanting more.

Woodmyst flourishes, emerging from a quaint hamlet into a city over a short span of time. The new walls surrounding the community have been all but completed and the population continues to grow. Crops are harvested, livestock are flourishing and the stores are fully stocked. Woodmyst and her allies appear to be enjoying a bountiful time of peace. All except for Alice Warde, a twelve-year-old girl who feels less at home in the thriving city than she does in the wilds of the woodlands and beyond. Possessing the traits of a well-trained soldier, weapon smith and tracker, the girl has learnt the art of survival from a very young age. Alice is unlike any other, possessing newly acquired abilities and talents, similar to those of her mother and aunt, that evoke fear amongst a number of the citizens of Woodmyst. As the girl establishes a home away from the community, new threats from the north make their way towards the city. Alice has inadvertently made herself the first line of defence for Woodmyst. Will her skills be enough to help her? Can she survive on her own? If not, what will become of Woodmyst?

The Maji has gained control. His brides have claimed the land in his name. Small bands of resistance have risen against the tyranny, but they are no match for the power of The Nine Queens. Blood is shed. Families are torn apart. The world is thrust into chaos and madness. The Four, led by a young girl and granted the power of the gods, may present the only salvation. But, they face trials of their own. Alice, the Kayl'sro of the Agrodien, rallies her people for the fight ahead. Enemies from near and far grow in numbers. Enemies from within begin to take form. Undeterred by these challenges, Alice prepares for the inevitable. Civil War.

The Maji tightens his grasp over the land. He certifies his dominion through the use of powerful and violent measures. His dark servants, his soldiers, his slaves embark on unrelenting attacks against any opposing force, leaving blood and carnage in their wake. Alice intends to break the Maji's hold. She leads an army across the continent, intent upon taking down every stronghold that gives its allegiance to the warlock king. Every queen, every warrior, every ship that bears the banners of the Maji have become prey for the young sorceress of Woodmyst. Alice will use every weapon at her disposal to see victory come to pass for her people. Cavalry riders and infantrymen from Woodmyst and Newholt. Dendadian navy warships from across the Eastern Sea. Dragon riders from the realms of the Haigok. Agrodien warriors who call her Kayl'sro. The power to manipulate earth, sky, death and life, granted to the sisters of her coven by the gods. Amongst them all, her friends and family. Will these, the weapons of Woodmyst, be enough to see them through?

As snow falls during the night, a small village is raided. All the men and boys, even the infants are murdered. The women and girls are taken. When a survivor of the brutal raid relates the tragic horror to the residents of Woodmyst, Tomas Warde leads a small group of men to rescue captured women and children. Friends and alliances are made along the way. Soon, a band of warriors embark upon a journey to pursue the ruthless abductor known as The Sovereign. However, they soon learn that while they are hunting the enemy, they are being watched themselves, but by whom or what unseen entity in the unknown wilderness?

Friends are lost and mourned as the white witch flees for her life. With her energy depleted, she no longer has the strength to fight back. Running to the north, she attempts to seek shelter and safety under the protection of The Sovereign. But why is she so weak? The black ship has docked, and the captives unloaded. A group of seven girls are taken by a mysterious woman in green to a lavish castle. Others are kept in deplorable conditions, locked away in accordance with the will of a dark overlord. Tomas Warde, and the brave company of people who follow him, continue on their mission. They must free the captives and put an end to the evil plans of The Sovereign once and for all. With the elements of the world against them, and enemies on all sides, they press onwards, confronting strange beasts, malevolent men and dark sorcery. How can Tomas and his company of warriors endure?