What if?

Ray Jorge Ryes Jr. Author Interview

In House Xrion, a peacekeeping family teeters on the brink of corruption as they lose sight of their purpose and bring the galaxy closer to war. Where did the idea for this novel come from?

I conceptualized what would happen with mankind as they expand across the galaxy. I conceptualized the unique development of governments the same as men explored and developed new nations centuries ago. You then have the formation of different governments, societies, economies, and cultures. The time old issue of resources I speculate will be the necessity for resources, and control there of yielding wealth, power, and influence. Then add the hubris of men, some cool stories can be developed. That’s why I’ve been impressed with certain authors and storylines over the years.

What is one pivotal moment in the story that you think best defines Winston?

I would consider it a small scene – it’s where he’s reading older English literature and he again begins to reflect on the nature of his occupation, what he’s done in the past, moreso with the influence of his wife. Yet I wanted to show he was still dedicated to the family, and hope to show there’s still.

One thing that stands out to me in House Xrion is the creativity embedded in this world. What was your inspiration for creating such and imaginative world?

I worked to develop a what if.

Can we look forward to more work from you soon? What are you currently working on?

I am working on the follow on to House Xrion, and hoping it’ll be just as entertaining a story. Add to this, I’m also working on my original series under my given name, with me now finishing up research for the continuation of the storyline.

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From mediating trade disputes to brokering peace agreements during planetary expansion wars, the Xrion Family’s reach was unmatched. They navigated the intricate web of financial dealings between Houses and covertly operated an elite assassin corps, silencing dissenters behind closed doors. Elevated to the status of a full House for their indispensable services, House Xrion became the custodians of commerce, arbitration, finance, protocol, and assassinations for the Governing Council of the galactic ruling houses. Yet, power breeds corruption, and when whispers of House Xrion’s integrity begin to surface, trouble looms.

With several houses on the brink of chaos and the threat of growing conflict, the fate of the Council hangs in the balance. Can order be reinstated, or will the machinations of the once-revered House plunge the galaxy into war? Only time will tell as the interstellar tapestry of politics and power unfurls, revealing a house torn between its legacy of service and the shadows of its corrupted soul.

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