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Rise of the Magi

Book 2 of the Priests and Magi quadrilogy.

Shadows stir, and old enemies resurface.

On New Year’s Eve, my twin sister vanished, leaving me to grapple with guilt and a desperate need for a fresh start. But as I try to move on, strange things begin to happen—whispers in the dark, mysterious flowers, and a letter that brings back memories of her. With every step I take, the past feels closer, and I can’t help but wonder if I’m truly free or trapped in a game I don’t understand.

That Which is Hidden

Shadows and Secrets

In the shadow of ancient Greece, Thalia flees her past as a coerced oracle, seeking refuge in Lydia with her enigmatic protector, Kratos. But who is Kratos really? And how much can she trust him? Their evolving relationship intertwines with the rise of Cyrus of Persia, espionage, and a quest to unmask a hidden cabal mastermind. As secrets unravel, Thalia grapples with echoes from her time as an oracle -- a haunting connection that leads her to Delphi itself.

Immerse yourself in the ancient world of Rome.

When Margaret vanishes without a trace just before the new year, her family is thrust into a desperate search for answers. Her husband, Jeff, is frantic, and their children are left to grapple with the shock of her disappearance. As the days pass, tensions rise, and suspicions about Jeff's behavior begin to surface. The family uncovers clues that hint at deeper, unresolved issues within Margaret's marriage, but the truth remains elusive.

As the search intensifies, secrets are uncovered that change everything. With the clock ticking, the family must come to terms with painful truths about the life Margaret led and the devastating choices made by those closest to her. The story explores the complexities of family, betrayal, and the haunting questions left behind by a sudden, inexplicable loss.

“She vanished just as the year ended” after joining millers meeting a new dating site that I had suggested.

We had met up for a drink at Clancy’s bar in town where we had a couple of drinks until

Amber loved humans. The buzz on New Years was exciting! It had been a long year - without a sacrifice.

Prepare to be drawn into a world where the dead refuse to stay buried, and the truth is more elusive than ever.

Clara jones thought she'd buried her past, but when a mysterious photo album and cryptic notes surface, her new life begins to unravel. As secrets are exposed and tension ignite, Clara must now face the truth.

A package adds a grisly twist to Christmas