A Fowlmere author has released his debut novel, entitled The Dark Chorus.

Royston Crow: The Dark Chorus was released on October 14. Picture: Courtesy of Ashley MeggittThe Dark Chorus was released on October 14. Picture: Courtesy of Ashley Meggitt (Image: Archant)

Ashley Meggitt’s novel was released this month and focuses on a 13-year-old boy who comes to believe he has the last shard of the shattered soul of an angel within him.

He understands that to restore the angel’s soul he must cleanse the shard of the evil that infects it.

The thriller was published by Darkstoke books and tackles the age-old theme of good and evil. It also investigates the destructive nature of abuse, guilt and revenge.

USA Today bestselling author Una McCormack described the tome as “clear eyed, suspenseful, and unflinching”.

Royston Crow: The Dark Chorus is author Ashley Meggitt's debut novel. Picture: Sam BuchananThe Dark Chorus is author Ashley Meggitt's debut novel. Picture: Sam Buchanan (Image: Archant)

Ashley, who is also a musician and tri-athlete, is currently an associate professor in sports psychology atAnglia Ruskin University, and is studying for his PhD.

The Dark Chorus is available on Amazon now.