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New novel, “Venator” by Jaden Ghaffari is released, a science fiction epic about a centuries-long intergalactic war and a hero with the power to finally end the conflict 

“Venator” by Jaden Ghaffari has been released worldwide. This 194-page novel tells the story of the Venatorians, a civilization of pre-Earth humans with a vast empire spanning five galaxies, and their enemies, the Orik, a brutal lizard race driven only by conquest and violence. As the Orik bring devastation to planet after planet, the Venatorians continue to fight back, resulting in a 3,000-year war with no end in sight.

Kaiden, the leader of the Venatorians, is making a valiant effort to fight back, but a life of lasting warfare is beginning to take a toll on his people. As the events of the novel unfold, Kaiden and his fellow Venatorians prepare for an epic battle that stands to turn the tide of the war, and contend with turmoil within the Empire that could derail their progress against the Orik, including the secretive and self-interested actions of Kaiden’s younger brother, Kiro.

This action-packed novel draws influence from the author’s love of popular media like Star Wars and Game of Thrones, as well as video games (and their related stories) like Halo, Destiny, and Titanfall. With futuristic technology, hints of magic, and massive battles, this adventurous tale is a thrilling read for sci-fi and fantasy lovers, and subverts common themes by positioning the Venatorian Empire as a force for good.

Underpinning this exciting story, Ghaffari also presents a powerful examination of the morality of war, from the horrors it causes to the paradox of using violence to combat evil. As a young author, his command of storytelling and underlying metaphor shows both a deep commitment to craft and reverence for the history of science fiction and action. This is a fantastic work from a promising new author, and a wonderfully exciting read from start to finish. Venator (ISBN: 9781960142191) can be purchased through retailers worldwide, including Barnes and Noble and Amazon. The paperback retails for $13.99 and the ebook retails for $4.99. Wholesale orders are available through Ingram. Review copies and interviews are available upon request.