Blade of Sorrows is Here – And Guild of Assassins is Just 99p/99c!

Discover Blade of Sorrows, the new dark fantasy release in the Guild of Assassins series. Start the journey with Book 1 on Kindle Countdown for just 99c/99p.

I’m thrilled to announce that Book 3 in the Guild of Assassins series, Blade of Sorrows, is out now!

If you’ve been following Soren’s journey, you’ll know this marks a major turning point in his transformation from sculptor’s apprentice to a weapon of the Guild.

This one goes darker, deeper, and bloodier.

What to Expect from Blade of Sorrows

Soren survived the Guild’s brutal initiation, but apprenticeship is something else entirely.

He’s now expected to master the craft of death—not just physically, but emotionally, psychologically, and spiritually.

The boy who once held a chisel now holds a blade that cuts both ways.

But the past hasn’t let him go.

The truth behind his father’s murder still haunts him.

And the Guild’s shadow stretches further than he ever imagined.

Expect:

  • Vicious training and deadly missions
  • Twisted loyalties and rivalries
  • More insight into the Guild’s reach and secrets
  • A protagonist who’s walking the line between hunter and hunted

It’s a story of transformation, vengeance, and the cost of survival.

🗡️ Blade of Sorrows is available now.

Get your copy HERE..


New to the Series? Perfect Timing.

To celebrate the release, Book 1 – Guild of Assassins – is on Kindle Countdown for just 99c/99p for a limited time.

This is where it all begins.

A young artist witnesses his father’s murder and ends up inducted into the most feared organisation in the world—the Guild of Assassins.

Trained in poison, stealth, and the art of death, he’s forced to become the very thing he despises—all while searching for the truth behind the betrayal that shattered his life.

If you enjoy:

  • Dark, character-driven fantasy
  • Moral ambiguity and impossible choices
  • Tension, action, and political shadows
  • Stories where no one gets out clean…

…then this series might be for you.

📘 Guild of Assassins – just 99c/99p for a short time.

Get your copy HERE.


Thanks so much to everyone who’s read, reviewed, and supported this series. It means a lot.

And if you’re just joining us, welcome to the shadows.

Things only get darker from here.

Jon

Master the Dark Arts: GUILD OF ASSASSINS Halloween Special!

tep into the dark world of Guild of Assassins this Halloween for only 99p/99c! Follow Soren’s journey from sculptor to killer in this dark fantasy thriller, free on Kindle Unlimited.

🗡️ This Halloween, step into the shadows for less than the price of a dagger…

GUILD OF ASSASSINS is now just 99p/99c on Kindle, or free to read on Kindle Unlimited!

Enter a world where sculptors become killers, where friendship survives in darkness, and where survival demands becoming what you once feared.

Follow Soren’s transformation from artist to assassin as he infiltrates a deadly guild seeking justice for his murdered father.

Perfect for fans of:

The Night Angel Trilogy

– Nevernight

– Six of Crows

– Red Rising

What readers are saying:

“Dark, gripping, and psychologically complex…”

“A masterclass in character development…”

“Couldn’t put it down – the friendship between Soren and Alaric had me hooked!”

Inside you’ll find:

– Brutal training sequences

– Complex characters walking morally grey paths

– Deep friendships tested by darkness

– A deadly contest that will leave you breathless

– Professional killers with their own codes and traditions

🗡️ 99p/99c on Kindle

📚 Free on Kindle Unlimited

🎃 Limited time Halloween offer!

Don’t miss this chance to join the guild for less than a pound/dollar.

 But hurry – like an assassin in the night, this deal won’t stick around forever…

Guild of Assassins by Jon Cronshaw: Book One Breakdown

Discover Guild of Assassins by Jon Cronshaw—a dark fantasy novel about justice, revenge, and transformation. Perfect for fans of Robin Hobb and Brent Weeks. Gritty, emotional, and character-driven. Available now on Kindle and paperback.

If you’re a fan of dark, emotionally driven fantasy—Guild of Assassins should be your next read.

Written by British author Jon Cronshaw, this novel kicks off a new series set in the gritty Ravenglass Universe. Think Assassin’s Apprentice meets The Night Angel Trilogy with a touch of Joe Abercrombie’s realism and emotional grit.


What’s it About?

Soren is a sculptor’s apprentice in the port town of Nebel Hafen. He’s on track for a quiet life—until his father is murdered and the killer disappears into the night.

With no help from the Magistrates, Soren abandons everything: his tools, his home, his future. Joined by his best friend Alaric, he follows a trail of whispers that leads to a name spoken only in hushed tones—the Guild of Assassins.

To get justice, Soren will have to become what he hates. And once you learn to kill, it changes you forever.


Why You’ll Love It

Guild of Assassins combines:

  • Gritty, low-magic fantasy
  • A revenge-fuelled coming-of-age story
  • Secret societies and assassin guilds
  • Tight character development
  • Themes of grief, loyalty, and moral conflict

It’s emotionally intense, tightly paced, and completely immersive.

You’ll walk with Soren through rain-soaked alleys, crumbling ports, and dangerous backstreets as he wrestles with the question: Can you get justice without becoming a monster?


Perfect For Fans Of…

  • Robin Hobb
  • Brent Weeks
  • Joe Abercrombie
  • The Poppy War
  • The Lies of Locke Lamora
  • Assassin stories with emotional stakes
  • Dark fantasy that puts character first

Who is Jon Cronshaw?

Jon Cronshaw is an indie fantasy author from the UK, known for The Ravenglass Chronicles, The Fall of Wolfsbane, and now Guild of Assassins. His stories are deeply human, emotionally rich, and written with a sharp eye for character.

Fun fact: Jon is blind and writes using screen reader technology. His unique perspective brings texture and depth to his storytelling.

You can get early access to his books through his Patreon: patreon.com/joncronshawauthor


Where to Get It

📕 Guild of Assassins is available now on Amazon Kindle and paperback.

If you like dark fantasy with sharp edges and real emotional punch—this one’s for you.

👉 Start reading Guild of Assassins now on Amazon.