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The Keepers by Alys Mackay is a gripping entry into the Abandoned Gods series, delivering an immersive, dark romantasy that is both well-written and impossible to put down. The story begins with a striking sense of disorientation as the protagonist, Tsunala, wakes up bound on the back of a horse with no memories of her life. While the narrative initially takes its time, this slow build is masterfully executed; it mirrors Tsunala’s own confusion and isolation, successfully enveloping the reader in her experience before building toward what is to be an explosive story.
Book Description
She wakes bound on the back of a horse.
The gods are gone.
And the world is no longer gentle.Tsunala is carried through a land that no longer remembers mercy—guarded by monsters, watched by a half-breed who should be her enemy, and pulled toward truths she is not ready to name. Power lingers beneath her skin, unclaimed and dangerous.
As desire stirs where fear should live, something ancient begins to breathe again. The gods, long silent, are waking—not as legends, but as beings who can bleed, ache, and love.
This is a story about what happens when divinity remembers its humanity.
And what it means to belong to a world that no longer believes in you.
For readers drawn to dark romantasy rooted in character, devotion, and emotional intensity—this is the beginning of the Abandoned Gods series.
About Alys Mackay
Alys Mackay is a fantasy romance author based in Melbourne, Australia. She writes immersive romantasy where magic is real, women come into their power, and love is rarely safe.
Drawn to slow-burn tension and emotionally charged stakes, Alys crafts stories about devotion tested under pressure, loyalty that comes at a cost, and relationships that can change the fate of entire worlds. When she’s not writing, she’s usually reading late into the night or dreaming up the next world waiting to be written.
My Thoughts
The Keepers by Alys Mackay is a gripping entry into the Abandoned Gods series, delivering an immersive, dark romantasy that is both well-written and impossible to put down. The story begins with a striking sense of disorientation as the protagonist, Tsunala, wakes up bound on the back of a horse with no memories of her life. While the narrative initially takes its time, this slow build is masterfully executed; it mirrors Tsunala’s own confusion and isolation, successfully enveloping the reader in her experience before building toward what is to be an explosive story.
As Tsunala is carried through a harsh, unforgiving land—guarded by monsters and watched by a half-breed who should be her enemy—the world-building unfolds alongside her character development. Mackay crafts a universe where the gods are gone and the world has lost its gentleness, yet a dangerous, unclaimed power lingers beneath Tsunala’s skin. As fear gives way to unexpected desire, an ancient force begins to stir. This is a story that explores what happens when divinity rediscovers its humanity and what it means to exist in a world that has stopped believing in you. The emotional intensity, deep devotion, and character-driven stakes make it a standout for fans of the genre.
The production value of the audiobook is truly top-tier, with a multi-cast narration by June deBorahae, Keeley Darling, James Cassidy, Edward Black, Benjamin Sands, and Troy Duran that brings the story to vivid life. Each narrator delivers a performance that adds depth to the characters, making the experience feel more like a cinematic production than a standard reading. It is a fantastic example of how professional narration can elevate a compelling narrative, and for those who want to dive deeper, the author has even included additional physical and digital artifacts on her website to expand the world. I am already eager for the next book in the series.
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