The Illumination Cycle
3000 yearse ago, the Shattering irrevocably changed this world. Now the ancient, magical technology, the jewel machines, are being rediscovered. The world is changing and those who wish to exploit it are rising in the shadows. But where there is darkness, there is light. Flawed and broken men and women who are willing to overcome their own inner flaws and stand brilliant against the black.
Diamond Stained (Jewels of Illumination Book 1)
Burdened by regrets, a disgraced guard turns to a magical blade he is reluctant to wield.
Life had gone wrong for Obhin. Once a respected palace guard, now he sells his sword as a bandit. Trapped by his missteps, he little reason for hope…
Until one young woman sees more in him.
Passionate and headstrong, Avena has no patience for bullies. Haunted by her own bleak past, the healer sees in Obhin a chance for escape…a chance for them both.
This misfit pairing must learn to trust each other as they struggle to survive in a city of poverty and vice, for dark sorcerers, underworld crime bosses, and brutal bandits scheme to destroy them.
Can they polish clean their stained souls?
Embark on a fantasy adventure rife with tension, intrigue, and deceit, centered around two flawed characters who find strength in each other, perfect for fans of Brandon Sanderson, Andy Peloquin, or Brent Weeks.
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Ruby Ruins (Jewels of Illumination Book 2)
Betrayal cuts deep.
Obhin has found new life defending the famed magical engineer, Dualyn. With the daring Avena at his side, he squares off against enemies who seek to use Dualayn’s talents for their dark and selfish ends.
When a raid goes bad, Obhin encounters an enemy not even his resonance blade can affect…a stunning betrayal that shakes him to his core…
And threatens to destroy Avena.
One slim hope resides in the ruins of the ruby city. Can Obhin find the strength to face the darkness once more?
Embark on a fantasy adventure rife with tension, intrigue, and deceit, centered around two flawed characters who find strength in each other, perfect for fans of Brandon Sanderson, Andy Peloquin, or Brent Weeks.
Obsidian Mind (Jewels of Illumination Book 3)
How deep into the darkness would you go to save the one you love?
Obhin thought Avena’s most vulnerable aspect well hidden. If anyone were to discover her disembodied mind, the woman he loves would be in grave peril.
Their enemies have found it.
Now Obhin and his magical blade must risk his life and soul to earn it back. To do so, he’ll have to commit high treason, leaving him with a bleak future should he survive, for it will forever sunder him from Avena.
But what else can he do? Let her die?
Embark on a fantasy adventure rife with tension, intrigue, and deceit, centered around two flawed characters who find strength in each other, perfect for fans of Brandon Sanderson, Andy Peloquin, or Brent Weeks.
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Emerald Strength (Jewels of Illumination Book 4)
Even the broken can find…
the strength to fight!
Crippled by the assassination attempt, Obhin has to adjust to his new life. No longer can he swing his magical sword and fight at Avena’s side.
And she’s never needed his help more.
The White Lady and the Brotherhood are scheming to break the Warding and flood Kash with demons. Avena is giving her all to keep the city from falling into chaos and prop up the king’s weak rule.
How can Obhin help her when he can’t even stand.
He will have to find that strength within him to rise to the fight. If not, he’ll be swallowed by his own darkness and lost.
Will he stand? Or will he fall?
You’ll be enthralled by this exciting and emotional epic fantasy story because of the strength of characters.
Amethyst Shattered (Jewels of Illumination Book 5)
Darkness has cracked the world!
The White Lady’s plan has succeeded!
Obhin and Avena’s fight to protect their home has never been more deadly. The world has cracked. A Rift of Night opens onto a demonic realm. Monsters out of forgotten myth rampage through their city.
Obhin must rally the defenders before all is lost. With his magic blade, he’ll plunge into the horde and drive them back.
Will his sword be enough?
As Obhin fights, Avena must delve into esoteric secrets. Only by unraveling the secret of the jewels will she have any hope of sealing the rift. Time is running short. If she cannot discover the truth, destruction will consume her home.
Does she have the strength to fight through her own guilt? Or will she be lost to the darkness, too
You’ll be enthralled by this exciting fantasy story because the flawed characters will keep you reading.