A new epic fantasy adventure is ready to transport readers beyond the familiar and into a world where ancient magic, hidden destinies, and cosmic forces collide. The Chronicles of Maya – The Ark by Sharath “Da Saint” Shivani is a thrilling portal fantasy that blends the innocence of small-town life with the grandeur and danger of a mythic universe, creating a story that is as emotionally grounded as it is breathtakingly imaginative.
Maya is a thirteen-year-old girl living in the quiet town of Sheldon, Iowa, where her biggest problems seem perfectly ordinary—school stress, awkward dates, mood swings, bad video games, and long Sundays at church with her adoptive parents. Her life is predictable, safe, and, in many ways, unremarkable. But in a single moment of blinding light, everything she knows is torn away. Maya is pulled from her world into Utopia, a vast and wondrous realm filled with magic, legends, and creatures that seem to have stepped out of forgotten myths.
In Utopia, Maya discovers that she is far from ordinary. She can teleport, bend nature through chlorokinesis, and heal with a single touch. Even more astonishing is what the people of this world believe about her: that she may be the key to unlocking the power of the Ark, an ancient and mysterious source said to have the ability to shape worlds—or destroy them entirely. The Ark is not just a relic of the past; it is a force that could determine the fate of multiple realities.
But Utopia is not a safe haven. It is a world under threat from Babi, a ruthless and cunning dark wizard with terrifying abilities, including shapeshifting and self-duplication. Obsessed with gaining control of the Ark, Babi will stop at nothing to claim its power. If he succeeds, not only Utopia but also the fragile cosmic veil that connects it to Maya’s original world could fall under his dominion.
As Maya journeys through enchanted forests, faces sky-beasts, crosses icy citadels, and explores ruins older than time itself, she begins to uncover the truth about her ancestry and the deeper meaning behind the prophecy that surrounds her. Each step forward brings her closer to understanding who she really is—and what she might be destined to become. Yet the greatest conflict is not only against Babi or the dangers of Utopia, but within herself. Torn between the life she knew in Iowa and the destiny calling her in this new world, Maya must decide whether she is ready to accept the responsibility that comes with extraordinary power.
Sharath “Da Saint” Shivani crafts a story that is both a sweeping fantasy and a deeply human journey. While the novel is filled with magic, epic battles, and wondrous settings, at its heart it is about identity, choice, and the cost of power. True to the author’s broader body of work, the narrative explores how systems, beliefs, and hidden structures shape individual lives, and how morality and consequence quietly weave themselves into even the most extraordinary adventures.
Perfect for readers who love the sense of wonder found in Percy Jackson, His Dark Materials, and Harry Potter, The Chronicles of Maya – The Ark introduces a compelling new heroine and a richly imagined world that promises the beginning of an unforgettable saga. It is a story about growing up, finding one’s place, and standing against darkness—even when the fate of more than one world rests on your shoulders.Top of Form