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A Cardwell Chronicle

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Pub Date Apr 28 2026 | Archive Date May 06 2026


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Description

It is 1930, and the world still lingers under a long shadow cast by the Great War, but a new fight is approaching. 

Borne from men with dark ambitions, aligned with gods from distant universes, few have the strength to stand against them. For Aidan Cardwell – born in Belfast, raised in Japan, on the cusp of attending Oxford – surviving an assassination attempt and learning that his father was an agent for the King of England was only the beginning.

It is 1930, and the world still lingers under a long shadow cast by the Great War, but a new fight is approaching. 

Borne from men with dark ambitions, aligned with gods from distant universes, few...


A Note From the Publisher

Maurice Jennings is a graduate of The Open University with First-class Honours in Classical Studies and Creative Writing and is currently undertaking an MA in Creative Writing with Teesside University. He is a lover of writing, books and all aspects of history. When he is not drafting and editing, reading or studying, the chances are you will find him in the gym.

Maurice Jennings is a graduate of The Open University with First-class Honours in Classical Studies and Creative Writing and is currently undertaking an MA in Creative Writing with Teesside...


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What I appreciated most was the reflective tone of the story. It is not rushed or overly dramatic, but instead takes its time to explore the characters and their journeys. There is a sense of growth and self-discovery woven throughout, making it feel more personal than plot-driven.

The writing has a calm, thoughtful rhythm that allows you to settle into the story. It feels like a book you are meant to experience slowly, taking in both the atmosphere and the internal struggles of the characters.

By the end, I felt quietly satisfied. It is a story that focuses on depth rather than intensity, leaving you with a sense of reflection and appreciation for the journey.

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