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The Chime of Time — JD Lawson

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The Chime of Time

Epic Fantasy Series by JD Lawson

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A golden dragon spirit unfurls behind a warrior in a misty forest

Book 1 Available Now • Book 2 Coming 2026

Time doesn’t tick…
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Two entries so far. One epic ride. Start at Book 1—always.

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Wrath of the Dragon

A threat older than kingdoms wakes in the deep wild places.
When the chime calls, only the bold answer—because the cost of ignoring it is everything.

  • Perfect entry point to the saga
  • Heroic grit, high fantasy stakes
  • Sets the fuse for what comes next
Book 2 • 2026

Rise of the Slayer

The aftermath doesn’t cool—it sharpens.
Rumors spread, alliances crack, and something deadly is stepping out of the shadows with a name the world won’t forget.

  • New threats, bigger scope
  • Payoffs seeded in Book 1
  • Release year: 2026

The World of The Chime of Time

Ancient magic, hard choices, and legends that refuse to stay buried.

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Myth + Steel + Consequences

This is fantasy where power isn’t free. Every use leaves a mark—on the world, on the wielder, on time itself.

  • Prophecy that bites back
  • Monsters with reasons, not just teeth
  • Victory that always costs something
The Chime

When it rings… things change.

The chime isn’t a metaphor. It’s a warning. A signal. A turning key.
Some call it fate. Others call it a trap.

  • A mystery that unfolds across the series
  • Clues layered through both action and lore
  • Built for fans who love theories

About the Author

Meet the mind behind the chime.

JD Lawson

Story-first. Lore-rich. Nerd-approved.

JD Lawson writes fantasy that feels like a campaign you can’t stop playing—tight pacing, cinematic moments,
and worldbuilding that rewards the readers who pay attention.

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Big moments and bigger stakes

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