Tobias & Stuart: In the Shadow of Death (Ballad of the Stars: An MM Fantasy Romance Trilogy, #2) / Ballad of the Stars: An MM Fantasy Romance Trilogy (ePub)

His greatest battle lies within.

"In the Shadow of Death" is the spellbinding sequel to "The Day the Music Died", immersing Professor Tobias Staghorn in a vibrant new world and a personal odyssey to confront his deepest fears. Having forged an unbreakable connection with Dr Stuart Murray, Tobias must now navigate their relationship while battling the spectres of his traumatic past. A chance encounter with the captivating Alex in Thailand sparks a transformative journey of healing and self-acceptance. But storm clouds gather as an ancient threat emerges, one that could sever the harmony between Earth and the Universe itself. With Music's fate uncertain, Tobias and his unlikely band of allies find themselves in a race against Time to save the world from being forever silenced.

Woven through this fantastical tapestry are strands of tenderness and passion, as Tobias and Stuart's love deepens even while reality shifts beneath their feet. Lyrical and atmospheric, "In the Shadow of Death" is a luminous work of imagination, seamlessly blending poignant romance and metaphysical wonder. Jern Tonkoi's richly layered characters spring to vivid life, inviting readers to lose themselves in this entrancing sequel. Join Tobias on his quest to rediscover the harmony within himself and fight for a future bound to Stuart and the very heartbeat of existence.

Content Advisory: Mature Themes

Content Advisory: "Ballad of the Stars: An MM Fantasy Romance Trilogy" contains scenes of a sexual nature, including detailed descriptions of intimate acts between two adult men. The novels also explore topics such as sexuality, identity, and mental health, and include fantastical and supernatural elements. Recommended for mature audiences only.

About the author

Jern Tonkoi writes cross-genre contemporary fantasy romance featuring somewhat loveable casts of characters with a strong theme of friendships and emotional growth. Her LGBTQ+ based story attempts to connect with readers along the whole line of the gender spectrum because she intensely believes that deep down, we all share the same thirst for life.

Jern is a manga and movie enthusiast, a part-time researcher and engineer, and a full-time observer of the world. She mostly lives and works in Thailand and in the UK with her partner and some visiting cats and dogs.