Michael Ragusa

The Hooded Michael Ragusa

A story about perseverance, loss, and the desire to do what's right, even if it might cost everything.

Damon Red has always lived in his brother's shadow. He never liked being compared to the hero of the kingdom, until the day his brother tries to kill the king.



Suddenly, Damon's life is thrown into chaos. Why did his brother betray the kingdom? What can he do to restore his reputation? Who was his brother really?

With no answers, he realizes that his only path forward is to join the Hooded, a group of highly trained military specialists with the powers to fight small armies. To become a powerful Hooded, he must make new friends, new enemies, and learn what it means to protect the things he cares about. When he finds the truth, will it turn his life on its head again?

An exciting young adult fantasy series, with funny and memorable characters, unique powers, and a world that isn't all that it seems.