The Keeper’s Machine

100 years ago, the blackwaters flowed through Rhizole. Now they have returned again.

After discovering the House of the River Goddess and saving the southern water villages from certain death, Alira and Clay return to their house to share what they have learned and continue on their journey with three goals, find the source of the blackwaters, continue discovering new houses, and find Alira’s long lost father.

The elders, however, fear that the blackwaters are part of a deeper problem, one that has waited in the shadows since the Diminishment over 100 years ago. . .

Without their support, Alira has no choice but to continue on herself. Along the way, she will discover the truth about her house, their secretive past, and herself.

The Keeper’s Machine is the second book in the Underworld Rising series, an adventurous YA fantasy. This rich world steeped in mythology and renewable energy is perfect for readers looking to explore. Fans of The Hobbit will enjoy the balance struck between dark terrors and cozy comforts alike.

ADDITIONAL INFO

  • Best place to take a break:

    After Chapters 1, 6, 10, 15, 19, 22

    One Week Reading Guide

    Day One: Ch. 1-3

    Day Two: Ch. 4-8

    Day Three: Ch. 9-12

    Day Four: Ch. 13-15

    Day Five: Ch. 16-19

    Day Six: Ch.20-22

    Day Seven: Ch. 22-end

  • The Goddess Binding contains content that readers may want to avoid. This content includes

    Mild Gore

    Mild Nudity

    Alcohol Use

    Drug Use (off-page)

    Death

    Terminal Illness

    Gaslighting

    Assault (off-page)

    Sexual Assault (off-page)

    Rape (off-page)

    If you have any questions or would like specific pages or chapters to avoid, please don’t hesitate to reach out using the contact form linked here.

  • Interested in diving deeper into the world of Rhizole? Check out my dedicated page that includes a world map and house breakdown here.

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