With dragons who are integral characters themselves (with their own POVs), the Cycle of Awakening tells a story of a world descending into chaos, and of the heroes who must ignite the flames of Awakening to hold back a growing darkness.
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Inspired by classic epics like The Wheel of Time and The Witcher, with inspiration from newer epics like The Bloodsworn Saga, this fantasy story aims to tell a tale of darkness and light, good and evil, and all the grey that lies between. Truth is shrouded in lies, and dark shadows linger on the fringes of everything.
Each main book will follow twins Kai and Mara, along with a trove of allies, as they seek to unravel what is truly happening in the world of Velasia, uncovering events of the past that are key to protecting their future. Each minor book will feature a shorter standalone novel that slowly begins to unravel these key events of the past and how they relate to what is happening now, while providing breadcrumbs of what the true threat is on the horizon.
The Cycle of Awakening seeks to tell a new, thrilling epic while paying tribute to the past, while also highlighting mental health struggles, disability, purpose, found family, love, and ultimately, how truly strong the bonds of friendship and family can be.
A layered, grand, and immersive fantasy read that you’ll find hard to put down.
Stevens's writing is assured with excellent characterization and fascinating political intrigue!
An immersive and engaging debut that sets the stage for an epic fantasy series with real depth.
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The debut, When Blood Burns, and the prequel novel, Dawn of the Queen, are both available now!
With both digital and physical books, you have options for how you prefer to read...
Hi!
I'm Andrew Stevens, author of the Cycle of Awakening, an in-progress epic fantasy series with political intrigue, mysterious pasts, lurking shadows, and DRAGONS!
I am a fantasy lover at heart, which is why I finally stopped solely experiencing the worlds others created and instead decided to write my own. Your support in this crazy dream would mean the world to me.
Thank you so much for your interest in my books. I hope you enjoy them!
If you want to hear my full story, check it out here.
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