Document Type
Thesis
Degree
Master of Fine Arts
Major
Creative Writing
Date of Defense
4-20-2023
Graduate Advisor
Minsoo Kang
Committee
John Dalton
Shane Seely
Abstract
The Reign is a novel set in a fictional world where, after a cosmic event, those living on the continent of Fieldry’s genetics are altered, creating three new sub-species: the Demis, Anir, and Sentil. Some believe those who are Reign Touched were blessed by the Gods, whereas others cannot forget or forgive the violent afflictions caused by the Demis during the events of the Reign. The story follows our main protagonist Ashryn and a cast of characters who find themselves confronted with two mysteries; the Keeper, a monstrous man, whose true identity remains unknown, and his mission to rid Fieldry of its Demi population by any means, and the sudden disappearance of one of Ashryn’s closest childhood friends. The novel deals with themes of friendship, oppression, love, found family, acceptance, and the will to fight against an unjust world.
Note: This thesis is under a author requested embargo until 2223, after which it will become available in accordance with end of expected copyright protection. This embargo year is intentional and not an error.
Recommended Citation
Owens, Lhea, "The Reign" (2023). Theses. 490.
https://irl.umsl.edu/thesis/490