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About Jon
Jon Kiln is a storyteller who believes adventure knows no age. An older gentleman with a penchant for birdwatching and long bicycle rides through quiet countryside paths, he finds inspiration in the simple pleasures of life. A devoted cat person (who secretly enjoys the company of dogs as well), he lives minimally, save for the occasional indulgence in rare, imported teas and hand-bound leather notebooks.
His stories often feature older protagonists, seasoned by life but far from finished, navigating treacherous realms with the wisdom of experience and the fire of youth still burning within.
When he’s not writing, he can be found enjoying classic Asian cinema, sipping a carefully brewed cup of oolong, or testing his reflexes in a video game. His work is a testament to the idea that heroism isn’t reserved for the young—and that sometimes, the best stories begin when others think the tale is over.
Commander Doric has spent decades defending Irongate from Khentar raids, but age and complacency have dulled the kingdom’s edge. When a ruthless warlord exploits a forgotten weakness in the fortress’s defenses, Doric is left with green recruits, scarce supplies, and only his battle-hardened instincts to hold the line.
As blood stains the ramparts and the cost of survival mounts, Doric discovers a chilling shift in the enemy’s tactics—one the kingdom refuses to see until it’s far too late.
This is a prequel novella in the Ashes of the Realm series, but can be enjoyed as a standalone short story.
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