The Paragon follows seventeen-year-old Emily Troupe, a fiercely independent artist whose world is shattered after the death of her beloved grandfather, the one person who truly understood her. When Emily discovers a hidden passage in his old home, she unearths secrets that defy everything she thought she knew about her family, her past, and reality itself.

Drawn into the realm of Nephil, a world of celestial beings, shadowed creatures, and ancient wars, Emily learns that her grandfather was part of a secret order known as the Locksmiths—guardians of the Doors between worlds. As she uncovers her own connection to this legacy, Emily must face dark forces determined to control the very fabric of existence.

Blending emotional depth with thrilling fantasy, The Paragon is a powerful story about courage, loss, and the light that lives within us all. It’s a journey that reminds us that destiny isn’t found—it’s created.