Welcome to The Black Rose NYC, where sto - ries bloom in shadows, and words shape worlds. Here, you step into a universe of in - trigue and elegance, guided by narratives that uncover humanity's deepest truths. I am A. Garrett, the voice behind this creative en - deavor—a storyteller, a dreamer, and your guide through the intricate labyrinth of fiction, film, and reflection. A Gateway to the Unexpected The journey begins the moment you arrive. The landing page of The Black Rose NYC isn’t just a destination; it’s a threshold. From here, you are invited into an immersive experience that spans the written word, cinematic artistry, and personal introspection. Faith at the Heart of the Stories At the core of my novels and this site lies an unwavering theme: the power of faith, even in the face of life’s darkest moments. Both The Killing Game Series and The Yugoslavian Series are infused with themes of trusting God and His Son Jesus, especially when all seems lost. This recurring theme is deeply personal to me because it reflects how I strive to live my own life. My belief in God and His Son Jesus is the foundation of everything I do. It shapes my choices, my relationships, and my creative work. As such, my characters naturally em - body that belief—they wrestle with doubt, turn to God for guidance, and discover that faith brings clarity and hope when the path is unclear. These are not stories of perfection but of per - severance. Whether navigating the treacher - ous waters of war, betrayal, or loss, my protagonists discover that trusting in God is the key to not only survival but to triumph. This belief is woven into my novels in pro - found ways: In The Killing Game Series, Ives and Allina face immense trials that test their limits, but their trust in God sustains them. Their journey reminds us that faith doesn’t remove hardship but provides strength, guidance, and hope to endure. In The Yugoslavian Series, Tess embarks on a harrowing journey into a war zone to help others, leaning on her belief that God will pro - vide a way even when all seems impossible. Her courage is rooted in the conviction that Jesus’s teachings call us to love and act boldly, even in the face of great uncertainty. Through these stories, readers are invited to reflect on their own relationship with God and to consider how faith can illuminate the path forward, even in the darkest moments. THE NOVELS: Threads of Suspense and Heart Let us linger first in the realm of fiction, where my novels take root. These are more than sto - ries—they are explorations of the human con - dition, seen through the lens of high-stakes drama, historic backdrops, and haunting beauty. The Killing Game Series At its core, The Killing Game Series is the story of Ives Andrich, a higher-up in the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and the woman he loves, Allina Kovar, an author whose spirit captivates his own. It’s a series about love—about not giving up when dark - ness surrounds you and holding fast to the belief that faith will guide you through. Through a lens of crime, mystery, and some - times history, the series paints a portrait of re - silience and devotion, even in the face of betrayal, danger, and heartache. While the world around them spins with intrigue, Ives and Allina’s story centers on what truly mat - ters: the connection between two souls and the lengths one will go to spend a lifetime with the person they love. Yet the series also asks a deeper question: How would you respond when faced with the same challenges? Who would you become? In their triumphs and struggles, readers find a mirror reflecting their own hopes, fears, and resilience. The Yugoslavian Series The Yugoslavian Series begins at the end of the Siege of Sarajevo in 1995, plunging read - ers into the aftermath of a brutal conflict. Here we meet Ivan Ðurić, a man from Belgrade known as "The Black Rebel," and Tess Fordel, a Manhattan-based writer and philanthropist. Their paths should never have crossed, but fate intervenes when Mara Jovanović, a miss - ing orphan, sends Tess into war-torn Yugoslavia. Determined to enter Sarajevo’s heart of darkness, Tess’s courage and Ivan’s grit collide in a journey of mistrust and discov - ery. As they work through confessions and omissions, pain and understanding, they find themselves not just surviving, but defining the art of love and war. In this series, love is both weapon and shield, an unyielding force that bridges the divide be - tween two very different worlds. It’s about courage, sacrifice, and the power of connec - tion even in the bleakest of times. A LEAP FROM PAGE TO SCREEN Words can live in your imagination, but on The Black Rose NYC, they also take flight. In the Filmography section, stories evolve into visceral experiences that engage sight, sound, and emotion. Book Trailers: Opening Doors to New Worlds Imagine the moment when a character’s face emerges from the shadows or when the first strains of music echo the tension of a scene. My book trailers are not mere advertise - ments—they are gateways, glimpses into the heart of a story waiting to unfold. Articles Reimagined as Short Films Selected articles transform into cinematic vi - gnettes, weaving imagery, music, and voiceovers into a tapestry of emotion. These films offer something beyond words—a sen - sory connection to the ideas and themes that define my work. In these moments, storytelling becomes a dance, a choreography of art forms working in harmony to move the audience. PODCASTS: The Articlwes in a New Voice For those who prefer to listen, The Black Rose NYC offers select articles as podcasts. These recordings allow my words to take on a new dimension, blending narration with thoughtful pauses, nuanced intonation, and an intimacy that resonates deeply. Through podcasts, you can experience the heart of my writing in a way that feels per - sonal— whether you’re driving, relaxing, or simply closing your eyes and letting the story unfold. These episodes are a way to connect with you wherever you are, ensuring that my stories remain accessible and impactful. Behind the Scenes: Secrets and Reflections Beyond the surface lies Behind the Scenes, a space where the curtain is drawn back to re - veal the threads that tie everything together. This section invites you closer, offering not only behind-the-scenes glimpses but also es - says and reflections that explore the themes that matter most to me. Inside the Novels Here, I share the untold stories behind my sto - ries. What inspired a particular scene in The Killing Game? What truths linger beneath the surface of The Yugoslavian Series? These ex - plorations deepen the connection between writer and reader, giving you a front-row seat to my creative process. Essays on Writing, Faith, and the World Behind the Scenes also hosts my personal re - flections—on the craft of writing, the com - plexities of faith, and the challenges of navigating our modern world. These pieces are conversations as much as they are es - says, inviting you to think, question, and en - gage with the ideas that shape our lives. WHY THIS WORLD EXISTS The Black Rose NYC is more than a collection of stories—it is a call to reflection. Through every novel, film, and essay, my goal is to con - nect with you, the visitor, on a deeper level. To offer stories that resonate, challenge, and in - spire. To remind us all that even in the darkest moments, beauty and truth persist. This is a space for seekers—those who long to explore themes of resilience, faith, and hu - manity in all their complexity. For those who believe that art is not a luxury but a necessity. WHAT I HOPE YOU’LL TAKE AWAY As you journey through this site, I hope you feel the threads of connection that bind us all. That my stories help you see the world—and yourself—through a new lens. Whether you are drawn to the thrill of a gripping narrative, the intimacy of an essay, or the sensory expe - rience of a short film, I hope you leave feeling enriched and inspired.