Gwen’s Gambit by A.B. Franklin

She watched her mother die. Now Gwendolyn Evir, exiled Elvish princess, will break the Peace Accords to hunt the legendary sword Excalibur. Her only lead is Carter Hurley, an ordinary human from Earth who might be the Arthurian Analog destined to wield it. Pursued by Goblin raiders and a ruthless goddess, Gwen steals a starship and races across the Known Systems to find the blade before the galaxy falls. Facing impossible odds, she must rally unexpected allies, survive deadly battles, and outwit an enemy who has been planning her revenge for centuries.

Perfect for fans of space opera, Arthurian retellings, and fast-paced adventures with a found-family heart.

Category: Science Fiction – Space Opera

Princess Gwendolyn Evir and human Analog Carter Hurley must find Excalibur before the ruthless goddess Mórrígan claims it. Their hunt leads to The Library, a fortress of forbidden knowledge where secrets and betrayal wait in the dark. Pursued by Mórrígan’s assassins and caught in fragile alliances, Gwen faces impossible choices that could cost her everything. Across the stars, old enemies rise, new powers awaken, and prophecy burns to life. Alliances will fracture. Sacrifice may be the only path to survival.

Book Two of the Excalibur Legacy, a sweeping space opera of destiny, loyalty, and courage.