Jack - (Claus Universe) by Tony Bertauski (Paperback)

About the Book

A young woman follows a mysterious winter figure into a hidden world where myth, memory, and science collide. A character-driven science-fantasy novel set within the expanding Claus Universe.

Book Synopsis

When Sura encounters a mysterious figure known only as Frost, she is drawn into a hidden winter world where ancient legends collide with emerging technologies. Still grieving the loss of her mother and uncertain of her own place in the world, Sura follows Frost across frozen landscapes shaped by forgotten myths and dangerous truths long buried beneath the snow.

As Sura learns more about Frost's past, she discovers that the stories once dismissed as folklore are part of a larger, carefully guarded history-one that connects winter mythology, human memory, and forces capable of reshaping reality itself. Powerful factions begin to close in, each seeking control over secrets that were never meant to be uncovered.

Blending science fiction with mythic fantasy, Jack: The Tale of Frost expands the Claus Universe by exploring themes of belief, identity, grief, and the enduring power of stories. Designed to stand alone while enriching a larger interconnected series, this volume offers readers a thoughtful, atmospheric adventure that appeals to fans of speculative fiction, modern mythology, and character-driven fantasy.

Ideal for library collections seeking imaginative genre fiction with crossover appeal, this novel fits comfortably alongside contemporary science-fantasy and myth-inspired speculative works.

Review Quotes

"A thoughtful blend of science fiction and mythology that expands the Claus Universe with depth, atmosphere, and emotional resonance."