Archivist's Downfall - Series

Archivist’s Downfall is a speculative fiction novella series. Originally written as a novel, the narrative has been split up into three main books and one companion piece. Book one is due to be released in early 2021.

Set in Perth and the South West of Western Australia, in a world where the Fates control time and destiny, lesser deities, known as Archivists, have been created to record events throughout history. These Archivists blend in amongst the mortals by being born into a mortal body, then reincarnate after their assigned event ends. Now, an unknown force is hunting them down and eliminating them.

This series focuses on the effects of PTSD and Grief on individuals through a highly stressful situation.


I wish I could have finished this. I loved it and the characters. This story desperately wanted to come out. 70,000 words in 2.5weeks. To me, this means that it'll help inspire someone. I hope someone at least find joy in this not-so-finished piece.

And a big thank you to my critique partner. This wouldn't be what it is without her. Janine, this story is for you to finish if you like :) No one understands Misha more than you :)


Just a side note: I felt very close to Ethan. He was a strong part of me and I wish I could have finished off his arc properly. He was a broken man that needed help to find his way. But he will always be broken regardless. He was the part of me I sympathised with and hoped he'd find peace. But alas, he'll always be lost. I too didn't know how he story ended just yet.




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One day, I woke up with the need to write this piece. This ultimately became the inspiration for The Archivist. Not long after, I wrote draft one.

Fates Interwoven - Book One

Released 2021 via Google Books

Jaida’s world is turned upside down when she discovers she was never alone. She’d spent millennia documenting humankind’s biggest events for Lachesis, the allotter of fate. With each reincarnation Jaida believed she and the other Archivists walked alone in secret, but Guardians were sent to walk beside them. Protecting them as they recorded history.

Fates Fragmented - Book Two

The group discover that they are among the last few guardians and archivists. Their instructions are to hide and wait it out while the fates take care of things. However, Jaida's side mission is to train Ethan to become an Archivist himself. During his training, things go wrong and he flees from the group. After he leaves, there's a hole in Jaida's heart. One that Liam quickly fills.

Fates Preordained - Book Three

Told from Ethan's point of view and the final of the saga.

His mind is breaking. Guardian's were not made to feel everything. It becomes too much for him and he looses himself amongst the memories of others. It's only his connection with Misha and Jaida that keeps him somewhat grounded.

Jaida's Journal - Companion

We all have history, and Jaida is someone with a very long one. These short stories show her interactions with Ethan, Misha and Liam in their past lives.