March's End

The March s End is a multi-generational portal fantasy of strange magics, epic warfare, and deadly intrigue, in which the personality conflicts and toxic struggles of the Harrow family are reflected in the fantasy world they've sworn to protect. The Harrows are a typical suburban family who, since time immemorial, have borne a sacred and terrible charge. They defend the March from the perils that wait outside its borders, but beneath this dreamlike exterior lie dark secrets. In the modern day, the Harrow clan is composed of Sophia, the High Queen of the March, and her three children.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 09 May 2023
Publisher: Watkins Media Limited

The March's End is a captivating multi-generational portal fantasy that delves into the realm of strange magics, epic warfare, and deadly intrigue. Within this intricate world, the conflicts and toxic struggles of the Harrow family are intricately woven into the fabric of the fantasy realm they have sworn to protect. The Harrows, a typical suburban family, have carried a sacred and terrible charge since time immemorial. During the day, they assume various roles such as teachers, doctors, bartenders, and vagrants, but as the night falls, they transform into the rulers and protectors of the March, a fantastical secondary world teeming with animate antique toys and sentient lichen. This breathtaking panorama of the impossible presents cities carried on the backs of giant snails, where thunderstorms can be subdued with the power of song. However, beneath this dreamlike exterior lies a dark secret, one that has plagued the Harrows for generations. Despite their unwavering commitment to safeguarding the March, they have often been consumed by their own bitter internecine quarrels, overshadowing their primary mission.

In the modern era, the Harrow clan is led by Sophia, the High Queen of the March, a brilliant and calculating matriarch, accompanied by her three children: noble Constance, visionary, rebellious Mary Ann, and clever, amoral Will. The story unfolds as we witness the Harrow family navigate the complexities of youth, adolescence, and adulthood, experiencing the fractures and reconciliations that shape their journey. As the conflict threatening the existence of the March and the real world itself intensifies, the Harrows are forced to confront their deepest fears and weaknesses.

THE MARCH S END is a profound exploration of growing up, intertwining the familial struggles of the Harrows with the mythic history of the fantastical land they protect. It is a tale of failure and redemption, where the power of love is tested against forces that seek to break it. At the same time, it asserts the essentiality of each generation to recreate itself, forging new paths and embracing the challenges that lie ahead. Through its vivid storytelling and rich tapestry of characters, The March's End invites readers to embark on a journey of discovery, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, and the consequences of one's choices reverberate across generations.

Weight: 432g
Dimension: 135 x 215 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781915202451