The Reluctant Saviors Series

Stories forged in
strange new worlds.

Heroic fantasy, science fiction, unexpected friendships, and reluctant heroes from author J. K. Ryan.

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The adventure begins

A novel · 2019

The Iron Forest

The Iron Forest is a heroic fantasy adventure with a sci-fi twist. When the kingdom’s Demption Stone vanishes, hunter Das is compelled to take up a quest to save his family and his people.

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A novel · 2022

ELBU

ELBU continues the story of Das, his daughter Elbu, and her friend Arana, bringing a whole new science-fiction element along for the ride.

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“Humorously original page turner.”

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About the author

Four decades of storytelling—now on the page.

J. K. Ryan is an avid movie buff who has spent close to 40 years in entertainment production, writing and producing shows for major brands, Las Vegas casinos, cruise lines, and stages around the world.