The Ink Returns!: The Whitlock Inheritance (The Haven Cove Series) - Softcover

Hebdon, Ms Sonia D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1764105621 ISBN 13: 9781764105620

Publisher: New Wave Multimedia, 2025

Synopsis

The Ink Returns

Ink remembers.
Magic demands.
And love refuses to die.

Josie Worthington thought she had finally escaped the Whitlock Society—and its cursed, living ink. But when she and Blaine move to Los Angeles for college and to care for his terminally ill rock-star father, the past begins to stir again.

Nightmares return.
Visions follow.
And the ink beneath Josie’s skin begins to breathe.

Summoned back by a Whitlock heir she can’t ignore, Josie is drawn once more into a secret world where stories refuse to stay on the page—and unfinished destinies still demand payment.

As the summer solstice approaches, the Whitlock Society calls its bloodline home. A mysterious new writer rises from the shadows, blurring the line between fiction and reality and threatening everything Josie loves. Guided by Eleanor, Keeper of the Realm of Light, Josie and Blaine must confront hidden enemies, forbidden truths, and a destiny written long before they were born.

Set in a world of secret societies, living ink, and supernatural romance, The Ink Returns is a clean dark fantasy romance where love is tested, faith flickers quietly against the darkness, and the power of words can either save—or destroy—everything.

Perfect for readers who love:

• Dark academia and secret societies

• Clean paranormal and supernatural romance

• Star-crossed love with high emotional stakes

• Stories about writers, magic, and living stories

• Fans of The Raven Cycle, The Mortal Instruments, and Once Upon a Broken Heart

The ink has returned.
And it remembers everything.

Perfect for fans of Stranger Things, urban fantasy, gothic mystery, and slow-burn supernatural romance—complete with a scene-matched Spotify soundtrack inside.

About this title

About the Authors

Recently, Sonia D. Hebdon received the prestigious 2026 Gold Medal in the YA Urban Fantasy Category at the esteemed Readers' Favorite International Book Competition, cementing her status as a rising star in the genre. Hailing from the scenic coast of North Queensland, Australia, Sonia pursued Literary Theory & Communications in Sydney, equipping her with a deep understanding of storytelling. With a diverse background in radio, PR, and education, she has dedicated herself to raising her neurodiverse family and fiercely advocating for children with special needs. Sonia's powerful writing champions individuality, resilience, and inclusivity, inspiring countless readers. Her notable works include the empowering children's series "I Am Perfect The Way I Am" and the heartfelt, humorous parenting guide "The Crazy Mother's Guide to Raising Exceptional Children." Her latest YA series masterfully blends paranormal romance, urban fantasy, and immersive storytelling, featuring a curated 1980s mixtape-an innovative approach that hooks readers from start to finish. To enhance the experience, Sonia collaborated with New Wave Multimedia to create three original 80s-inspired songs. She lives with her family and beloved rescue pets in a lively Australian country home filled with music, laughter, and inspiration.

Adam Marshall is a trained educational editor and works alongside his wife, Sonia. He is also qualified in video editing and multimedia and is a talented Christian alternative musician ministering to teens through his 80s-sounding music. They live in the country with their children and numerous rescue pets in a house filled with laughter and love.

Edition details

• Publisher: New Wave Multimedia
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1764105621
• ISBN 13: 9781764105620
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 262
• Editor: Marshall Mr Adam E.