Founded on Blood and Magic

The House of Ward, Book One

By: A. R. Abbott

Narrated by: Samantha Archuleta

Founded on Blood and Magic — A Cozy Novel with Fangs

She died once. That should’ve been the end.
But in a world of blood and hidden magic, death is only the beginning.

Kate has always been different — sensitive to emotions, attuned to things that shouldn’t exist. But she’s spent her whole life pretending to be ordinary. Until the day she dies.

When she wakes in a morgue, cold and changed, her world tilts into darkness. Now she’s something not quite human, with powers she doesn’t understand and a vampire she doesn’t trust claiming to be her only guide.

As Kate unravels the mystery of what she’s become, she discovers a hidden world built on ancient magic, uneasy alliances, and blood-bound laws. Survival means adapting — even if that means embracing the very thing she fears becoming.

Readers are often surprised by how cozy and character-driven this tale of death and rebirth feels — a quiet, powerful story where danger and warmth intertwine.

Founded on Blood and Magic is a contemporary paranormal fantasy about hidden power, self-discovery, found family, and finding light in the shadows — perfect for listeners who enjoy atmospheric, slow-burn supernatural stories with rich worldbuilding and a strong female lead.

©2025 A.R. Abbott (P)2025 A.R. Abbott

the twist kept me on my toes

I enjoyed this cozy paranormal that came with a bite. I cant wait to dig in to book 2 and see some of the werewolf side and witch side more maybe im definitely interested in how the house of ward is going to grow.