With entrancing violet eyes and telepathic gifts, Jalyn Wilds has spent years hiding from her former mentor, the enigmatic Madam. But when an attempted robbery at Jones' Store reveals her powers, she becomes the center of a dangerous conspiracy.

Detective Ed Daza senses something otherworldly in Jalyn, and as he follows the trail, he discovers a hidden network of "Others"—individuals with extraordinary abilities targeted by Madam’s shadow organization with deadly plans. Each step pulls Ed deeper into a world of manipulation, betrayal, and supernatural intrigue, where those he trusts may not be who they seem.

Hunted and caught between forces far beyond ordinary law enforcement, Jalyn must navigate a web of psychic danger and hidden agendas to survive. Violet Mystique is an urban fantasy thriller that pulses with suspense, mystery, and supernatural power—a story of gifts, secrets, and the lengths one young woman will go to protect herself and the lives she touches.

Maria A. Arana is a writer, poet, and editor from the Los Angeles area. She has published many poems and short stories in various publications. Formerly a teacher who encouraged a love of reading and writing, she now channels that passion to create magical stories for a wider audience. She lives with her family, four dogs, and one cat (who thinks she’s a queen herself).
You can find her on X at @m_a_Arana and at Arana Editing Services, where she also blogs.

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