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What if the world's last hope was hidden inside a livestream? Rip Calder is nobody special-a late-night streamer, a survivor in a neon-lit city where technology and memory are currency. But when masked soldiers shatter his life and abduct Lora, the woman he loves, Rip is thrust into a war he never wanted. The city of Virelia is on the brink: haunted by digital ghosts, ruled by the mysterious NeonDyne corporation, and threatened by the awakening of the Core-a machine-god capable of rewriting consciousness itself. As Rip races through collapsing districts, hunted by corporate enforcers and digital cults, he discovers a secret: he carries the Sound Key, one of seven legendary artifacts that can shape reality. To save Lora, Rip must master powers he barely understands, ally with rebels and outcasts, and face the Core's most dangerous guardian-a being who was once human, now transformed into an angel of war. But the Core is not just a machine. It is alive, hungry, and it wants Rip-and Lora-for itself. The Core of Keys is a cinematic, emotionally charged science fiction thriller about identity, memory, and the power of choice. Perfect for fans of Neuromancer, Control, and Arcane, this debut novel blends heart-pounding action, immersive worldbuilding, and unforgettable characters in a story about love, sacrifice, and what it means to be human. Will Rip save the woman he loves, or will he lose himself to the Core?

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Kevin B. Kyles is an author, creator, and worldbuilder whose work blends imagination, heart, and immersive storytelling. A lifelong gamer and lover of cinematic narratives, he grew up fascinated by the hidden worlds behind characters, technology, and myth. That fascination eventually evolved into writing, art, and game development. These disciplines now merge into a unique creative voice.Before publishing his first book, Kevin expressed creativity through painting, sketching, graphic design, and game design. He built characters and universes long before putting them to paper, shaping ideas visually and interactively until they demanded a larger canvas. Those skills now fuel his novels, giving his writing a vivid, cinematic quality that feels both fresh and deeply lived-in.Kevin's journey was not limited to the arts. He spent years in athletics and competition, from football in high school to earning a green and blue belt in Tae Kwon Do to training in professional wrestling. He also competed in tennis, winning first place in singles and second in doubles at the Senate level. These experiences taught him discipline, physical storytelling, and the resilience required to bring a creative vision from concept to reality.When he is not writing or designing worlds, Kevin is usually gaming or binge-watching narratives driven by culture, character, and legacy. Shows such as Spartacus, Vikings, and The Last Kingdom shaped his appreciation for narrative stakes and worlds where honor is tested and destinies bend. These themes appear throughout his work and elevate science fiction action with emotional consequence.To explore more of Kevin's work and upcoming projects, visit coreofkeys.com.

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