"Autumn in Maine" ~ Painting by Erik Koeppel
My guest for the first two weeks of August 2023 on Hope~Inspired Stories is author Madisyn Carlin, with her latest tale of redemption, faith, and action...
"Shattered Reaction"
--and the story that came before that--
War darkens the horizon...
In the wake of destruction, revenge drives Arioch en Kyrida to hunt down the man responsible for destroying half his village. His search leads him to a town where truth is hoarded and secrets lurk everywhere. Solely focused on making his target pay, Arioch cares little for the whispers of approaching evil until he is strongarmed into helping protect one of his most recent nemeses. If Anthi Klarkson doesn’t drive him insane—and if he manages to keep her alive long enough—they may be able to help stop the incoming war in its tracks. But someone wants Anthi dead, and they’ll do anything to achieve that mission.
Zinnia Klarkson wants nothing more than peace for her mourning family, but nearby attacks, kidnappings, and rumors of impending war steal all hope of a quiet life. When a mostly-dead man lands on her doorstep, hunted and without strong chance of survival, she is thrust into a covert operation that threatens her family’s safety. As secrets grow and answers remain veiled, Zinnia must choose between helping a ragtag group of reluctant allies or keeping her family out of harm’s path.
Trust must mend what was once shattered and courage must be sought as a second All Lands War threatens to decimate the six lands.
Shattered Reaction is a New Adult Christian fantasy fairy tale retelling.
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BOOK 1
Can hope be found for four shattered souls?
Princess Nordica Icerri’s crown will be purchased with blood—her blood. Now the sole heir to the throne, she is determined to be the queen the Snowlands deserve, but that comes with a price: a numbed heart and soul. Only when she meets kidnapped physician Loren Alocer does Nordica allow herself to hope she can become queen without completely losing herself. But not everyone wants what’s best for the Snowlands, and Nordica’s upcoming rule is compromised at every turn. Can the criminal physician—and his faith—thaw Nordica’s heart, or is she destined to be the heartless queen she is being forced to become?
War shattered not only Breac Finson’s heart but also his faith. Tired of fighting, Breac only wants to be left alone, but his efforts are for naught when a friend calls in favor. He soon finds himself in an unexpected alliance with Layree Alocer, a woman determined to find her wrongfully-kidnapped brother at all costs. Can a broken soldier help right a wrong—and find his faith again in the process?
Sides must be chosen and loyalties will be tested as a new war approaches. Can broken lives be mended in time to help save the Snowlands, or is evil already too deeply embedded?
Shattered Reflection is a New Adult Christian Fantasy fairy tale retelling.
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Book III
April 30, 2024
Their king hides a deadly secret.
The war for the lands continues in this Little Mermaid retelling. You met Naturo in Shattered Resistance. This is his story.
Shattered Resistance is a New Adult Christian Fantasy/Fairy Tale Retelling
Book 1: Shattered Reflection
Book 1.5: Shattered Revelation
Book 2: Shattered Reaction
Book 3: Shattered Resistance
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Madisyn Carlin is a Christian, homeschool graduate, author, and avid book dragon. When not spending time with family, trekking through the mountains, and adding to her notebook hoard, she weaves tales of redemption, faith, and action.
Want to connect? https://linktr.ee/madisyncarlin
These books sound really good, especially book 2!
ReplyDeleteThese look really interesting and fun reads.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait for Shattered Resistance to come out!
ReplyDeleteI've LOVED reading Madi's books!!!! They are INCREDIBLE!!!!!!!!!!!! Which is your favorite, Pat?
ReplyDeleteI haven't read fantasy in awhile--but I recently started again with Madisyn's Shattered Reflection (drawn to it, I admit, by her amazing covers!) and what I will say is... Wow to the story! p.s. her characterization goes deep. Like Breac ;)
DeleteI enjoy Christian fantasy! Thank you for the opportunity.
ReplyDeleteThese sound really interesting
ReplyDeleteI love Madisyn's books and cannot wait to get a chance to read book 2!
ReplyDeleteI'm always amazed by how beautiful these covers are. 🥰
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for Shattered Resistance to come out!
ReplyDeleteI am a follower and I enjoy Christian Fantasy/Fairy Tale retellings. Thank you for the chance.
ReplyDeleteThis is the type of book I have been looking for. Thanks for this wonderful opportunity. God bless everyone.
ReplyDeleteLove Christian fantasy. :D
ReplyDeleteAhh! I have this series on my Wishlist... They look sooo good!!
ReplyDeleteAhh! I have this series on my Wishlist... They look sooo good!! (Sorry about the duplicate comment... log-in fail)
ReplyDeleteI would love to read the second book!
ReplyDeleteI just finished Iron and LOVED it. Mark me down for Shattered Reflection! (I hope. But I'll end up getting it on my own if I don't win.😉)
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely loved book 1, praying for book two
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