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The Sleepless

Jen Williams

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Godkiller meets Powerless in this epic gods-and-monsters romantic fantasy from British Fantasy Award-winning author Jen Williams.

Welcome to a world where gods and monsters roam the earth . . .

Elver is the guardian of the wild and dangerous monster forest. Saved from the brink of death by a god, her skin will poison anyone she touches.

Artair is on a mission - one that takes him face-to-face with Elver at her most ruthless. But her defenses are useless when she discovers he's the only human impervious to her deadly gift. For Artair isn't human: he's one of the Sleepless, cursed to share his body with an evil spirit.

Lucian inhabits their body while Artair sleeps, and he is hell-bent on manipulating Elver for his dark purposes. But Elver is harbouring secrets too, and she has her own reasons for feigning an alliance with these two souls.

Caught in the crossfire of gods, monsters, and a dangerous magic they can barely understand, it is only a matter of time before the paths the three of them choose to take will set alight the very foundations of their world.

With a love triangle like you’ve never seen it, incredible world-building, brilliant writing, and a dangerous quest, The Sleepless will have you spellbound.

Published
September 30, 2025
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Author

Jen Williams

Jen Williams crafts fantasy worlds that shimmer with danger and charm, where the echoes of forgotten legends meet sharp wit and complex characters. Growing up in southeast London, she was drawn to dark folklore and fairy tales that whispered of shadowy magic and fierce survival. This early fascination shaped her voice—one that blends the raw edges of adventure with moments of sly humor and emotional depth. Her debut, The Copper Cat Trilogy, introduced readers to a world where swordplay and sorcery collide with a refreshing irreverence, centered on Wydrin, a mercenary who breaks the mold of typical fantasy heroes. But it was with The…