Chris McKeithen is a storyteller, entrepreneur, and creative visionary from East Texas. He is the author of The Twilight of Empires trilogy, a sweeping blend of historical fiction and fantasy that explores courage, faith, and the unseen forces that shape human destiny. His debut novel, The Last Patriot, introduces readers to Elias Mercer and a world caught between revolution and shadow, while his forthcoming works continue to expand the rich tapestry of mystery, history, and imagination.
Beyond his novels, Chris is also a writer of Christian devotionals and thought-provoking works that tackle life’s toughest questions through the lens of faith. His books invite readers not only into gripping stories, but also into deeper reflections on hope, perseverance, and God’s power at work in everyday struggles.
When he isn’t writing, Chris is deeply involved in his East Texas community and a proud veteran that served in the Army with two combat tours under his belt which is why he brings themes of leadership, resilience, and integrity into both his professional and creative life.
Chris lives in Texas, with his wife and their growing family. Whether on the page or in person, he is passionate about creating, protecting, and inspiring—one story, one home, and one life at a time.
Chris McKeithen is a storyteller, entrepreneur, and creative visionary from East Texas. He is the author of The Twilight of Empires trilogy, a sweeping blend of historical fiction and fantasy that explores courage, faith, and the unseen forces that shape human destiny. His debut novel, The Last Patriot, introduces readers to Elias Mercer and a world caught between revolution and shadow, while his forthcoming works continue to expand the rich...
The American Revolution rages across the colonies.
Private Elias Mercer should have died with his regiment on the fields of Saratoga. Instead, he awakens branded with a mark not of this world—an Eye that sees through shadow, binds him to forces older than empires, and thrusts him into a hidden war no musket can win.
Elias Mercer wields the Eye—a mysterious power that sees all, yet costs everything. An evil warlord commands a twin Eye and a world teetering on the brink of annihilation. Kingdoms burn, armies clash, and the dead rise as the balance of power shatters. Amid betrayal, ancient prophecies, and a child who may hold the future, Elias must choose:...
The age of the Eyes is collapsing. Shadows lengthen, kingdoms crumble, and whispers from the void grow louder with every passing night. Elias Mercer, scarred veteran and unwilling Eye-bearer, finds himself at the breaking point—his body weary, his mind fractured, and his soul hunted by the Master.
When the Heir is taken, Elias must descend into...
If there is one figure in The Last Patriot who embodies both knowledge and danger, it is the Librarian of Shadows. He is not a soldier, not a general, and not even entirely human. Instead, he is the keeper of truths that were never meant to be spoken, guarding an archive hidden in the folds of time.
The Librarian is a half-man, half-shadow presence who thrives in the in-between places. Surrounded by books bound in bark and skin, he knows the names of every Eye-bearer across the ages. When...
Every great story needs a villain—or at least someone who believes they’re the hero of their own tale. In The Last Patriot, that role belongs to General Harland, a man whose obsession with power takes him far beyond the battlefield.
Harland begins as a British officer, commanding with authority, discipline, and an iron will. But unlike the other generals of the Revolution, Harland isn’t just fighting for crown and country—he’s chasing something deeper. Whispers of immortality. Secrets hidden...
Oh, Cendriel.....Every story needs a character who keeps things sharp, witty, and just a little unpredictable. In The Last Patriot, that role belongs to Cendriel, the owl who manages to be both wise and sarcastic—often in the same sentence.
Cendriel isn’t your typical mystical guide. Yes, he’s clever and insightful, but he also has a knack for cutting through tense moments with a dry remark that makes you laugh even when the situation is anything but funny. Writing his dialogue often caught me...
