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Welcome to
THE UNDERSHADOW HEADQUARTERS

The UnderShadow universe is an interconnected world of espionage thrillers, political intrigue, covert operations, and unforgettable characters. Every book, series, and story expands a larger narrative hidden beneath the surface of reality.

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Enter the world. Explore the stories. Discover the truth behind the Agency.

ENTER THE UNIVERSE

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Portrait of author A Hardly Scene, formerly known as J.S. Henderson.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Meet A Hardly Scene

Jomo Sekou Henderson — writing as A Hardly Scene — is the author and architect of the Under Shadow Saga, a growing multi-book, multi-protagonist fiction universe centered on Black operatives, strategists, and commanders in the genres of espionage, political thriller, and covert military fiction.

ENTER THE UNDERSHADOW UNIVERSE

Begin your journey through the UnderShadow universe with the recommended sequence of books, characters, and stories that shape this interconnected world.

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The UnderShadow Saga is designed to be experienced in a recommended reading order, allowing each story to build upon the last.

BOOK 1: START YOUR UNDERSHADOW JOURNEY

SHAPING OF AN AGENT

Under the direction—and at times strict tutelage—of his Uncle Demetrius, the Delegate of Washington, D.C., Taylor Fortune is immersed in a rigorous education spanning communication, psychology, political science, physical fitness, and other disciplines designed to shape his mind and character. What begins as structured guidance for a traumatized young boy slowly reveals a transformation far beyond expectation.

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Digital and hardcover editions of Shaping of an Agent by A Hardly Scene.
Digital and hardcover editions of Shaping of an Agent by A Hardly Scene.
Stacked hardcover editions of When the bear has been poked, a political thriller by A Hardly Scene.
Digital and hardcover editions of When the bear has been poked, a political thriller by A Hardly Scene.

BOOK 2: CONTINUE THE STORY

WHEN THE BEAR HAS BEEN POKED

When The Bear Has Been Poked is a richly layered, contemporary political thriller set primarily between 2017 and 2021. It follows Eric Castille, a decorated former Marine turned real estate entrepreneur from Harlem, who has spent years quietly constructing an audacious, multi-pronged response to the ongoing epidemic of police brutality against Black Americans.

BOOK 3: EXPAND THE UNIVERSE

A BLUE
GOLDEN HUE

A Blue, Golden Hue is a propulsive, globe-spanning espionage thriller that follows Lieutenant Pryia Pistale, the commanding officer of an elite all-female intelligence and covert operations unit operating under the clandestine organization known as UnderShadow, which operates under the authority of Delegate Demetrius Fortune and his brother, General Denard Fortune.

Stacked hardcover editions of A Blue, Golden Hue, an espionage thriller by A Hardly Scene.
Digital and hardcover editions of A Blue, Golden Hue, an espionage thriller by A Hardly Scene.
Digital and hardcover editions of A Blue, Golden Hue, an espionage thriller by A Hardly Scene.

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HELP BUILD THE UNDERSHADOW UNIVERSE

UnderShadow is growing into a connected universe of books, characters, collectibles, games, artwork, and future entertainment. We're looking for creators, businesses, and innovators who want to help shape what comes next.

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Members of the Codex Series crew from the UnderShadow universe.

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