🌺 Special Edition!

July 8th, 2025

Greetings, my lovelies!

• D’oh! I’m an idiot! I forgot to do an obscured cover for The Lost Zone in my last newsletter, or to remind you that I’d be sending out the cover reveal in this Special Edition today! I’m juggling so many things that I’m all over the place. Sorry!
• I want to give this cover its special moment because it’s just as pretty as all the rest. I know some of you will have already seen it, but I figure lots of you won’t, so it’s below, in all its GORGEOUS glory!
• The Lost Zone launches on July 29th, so be sure to read Crocodile Tears and Ghost Eye by then!
• I’ve been blown away by the response to this series. People have emailed me to say they stayed up all night reading Ghost Eye because they couldn’t wait to find out what happened next – and THAT plot twist has been a huge deal for everyone.
• As of today, Ghost Eye is number one in New and Upcoming Releases in its category on Amazon – with The Lost Zone and The Quarterlands also in the top ten, even though they haven’t been released yet!
• I’m starting to see people talking about my book series on social media, which is so exciting! I haven’t released anything in 13 years, which makes this incredible. I had no idea how it’d go, but it’s exceeded my wildest dreams. THANK YOU!
• If you love the book series, please post about it on social media – all the word of mouth recs really help!
• In other news, remember that Ricochet is 99p for UK peeps in July!

Also in this Special Edition newsletter – an extra special Featured Author section showcasing Flynn Woods.

 The Lost Zone Cover Reveal

• The cover for The Lost Zone is below – isn’t it gorgeous?
• Damonza Studio designed all the book covers in the series, and I couldn’t be more thrilled with them.
• What do you think of it? Hit the reply button to let me know!
• The Lost Zone launches July 29th. Pre-order your copy now!
• Content Warning!!! The Lost Zone contains some dark scenes and themes, so be sure to check out the Content Advisory page if you have concerns. 

The Lost Zone

It’s Time to Choose: Justice or Love?

Alex Lytton has waited seven long years for justice—now, just as he stands on the precipice of achieving it, fate offers him an impossible choice: complete the mission that has consumed his life or flee with the man who has captured his heart.

With time running out, Alex must decide what matters most: justice or love?

“I’m shipping Joe & Alex so hard & can’t wait for book 3! So many more twists, turns, secrets, spice & hopefully love to come! Grab them on KU as soon as you can!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reader Review of Book Two

Dark Water. Deadly Secrets. Dangerous Love.

London, 2095. Sixty years after rising seas drowned the old world, a corrupt system of servitude keeps the new one afloat.

As Alex Lytton unravels the mysteries of Belvedere, he learns the skills he needs to survive. But his greatest test awaits on his return to Ghost Eye City, where he must convince his most dangerous enemy that he’s no threat – by surrendering willingly to his demands.

Meanwhile, Josiah Raine vows to protect Alex at any cost. But as he works tirelessly to bring two killers to justice, a shadow from Alex’s past emerges with a terrifying new agenda.

With time running out, the truth leads them to the cold grey waters of a lost zone, where a long-submerged secret holds the key to the future.

Plunge into The Lost Zone, the thrilling continuation of the Dark Water saga.

Tropes:

• Slow Burn
• Hurt/Comfort
• Forced Proximity
• Touch-Starved/Emotional Awakening

This book series contains dark themes and scenes with intense content intended for mature readers. Please consult the content advisory page listed in the Author’s Notes to make an informed reading decision.

This series must be read in order, starting with Book One, Crocodile Tears. Each book continues the story directly and cannot be read independently.

Reader Reviews of Books One and Two:

“If you are not familiar with Xanthe Walter’s work, you should check her out. She writes in such a way that you become part of the world right along with her characters.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“In a dystopian world teetering on the edge of collapse, the slow, intense burn between Alex and Josiah is impossible to ignore. Every glance between them simmers with unresolved tension, every interaction steeped in history.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“I’ve discovered a new writer with an imagination I can get behind… I found the writing riveting, the world-building exciting, if dark and dystopian, the character building afforded by the flashbacks brilliant, and the overall story highly engaging.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“The world-building here from Xanthe is superb, her imagination creating a fully-formed and completely believable dystopian society that contains reflections of our own but is, at the same time, also totally unrecognisable… I’m so glad the other three books are all written and releasing each month because I can’t wait to find out all the secrets this impressive series is hiding.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“This is my first book by Xanthe Walter and I know it will not be the last. It has everything I like in a book – action, suspense, a new intriguing world and fantastic characters.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“So well written with a brilliant storyline and intriguing characters that kept me invested until the last page and left me wanting more! Highly recommended.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“The chemistry between Josiah and Alex simmers with tension, raising questions of trust, grief, and forbidden desire. With sharp worldbuilding and emotionally layered storytelling, Xanthe Walter crafts a slow-burn thriller that pulls you deep and refuses to let go.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“Xanthe’s writing is exquisite, knowing when to hint and when to reveal details, knowing how to grip me tight and keep me feeling deep feelings for the characters.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

🐈‍⬛ Gifts For Walter’s World

As a Walter’s World member, you’ll receive early or exclusive access to the following Dark Water bonus booty:

• Cover reveals
• Chapters One and Two before anyone else
• Character profiles
• World-building information
• Series extras: playlists, graphics, and much more
• Giveaways throughout the launch periods

The summer of Dark Water is here!