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"We're probably going to lose. Why should we even try?""Trying gives us purpose. Sometimes trying is the whole point." The Grays have won. Despite resistance from Tavi Malin and the rest of the Golds, Konner Burrell and his puppet king now rule Cormina. Knowing their lives are in danger, the fugitive Golds have gone into hiding.Tavi bides her time, striving to craft the perfect strategy to defeat the Grays. But when Konner's people begin killing innocents, Tavi realizes the battle for her nation's freedom cannot wait. As gray magic infiltrates the land, the Golds plot to lure Konner into one final confrontation. But Tavi isn't only fighting to liberate Cormina, she's also struggling with her own future-and how her friend Tullen fits into it. It's hard enough for Tavi to risk her life. She must also decide if she will risk her heart. Join the Golds for the magical conclusion to the Sun-Blessed Trilogy. Pick up Facing the Fire today! Here's what early readers of the series are saying: "The magic system is beautiful and completely original!"-Stephanie, Goodreads reviewer "The third book of the Sun-Blessed Trilogy brought closure but also left me wanting more! Readers are in for a real treat as unexpected characters and plot twists are sure to keep them on the edge of their seats!" -Kim Decker "I felt so connected to the characters in the Sun-Blessed Trilogy, I carried them with me throughout the day even after I put the book down!" -Michele Gryniewicz "The Sun-Blessed Trilogy was one of the most exciting, breathtaking, and heart-stopping series I've ever read! Readers of all ages will enjoy this wonderful series." -Madysun WaldropAuthor Interview:What makes this new world unique?In the Sun-Blessed Trilogy, the magical system is tied to childbirth. I love the miracle of birth, and tying magic to such an incredible event felt natural and appropriate. Some of the heroes in this series are midwives, who pass magic on to sun-blessed children and later train these same children to use their gifts.What audiences is the series appropriate for?This trilogy is appropriate for teen and adult audiences. There is no cursing, explicit sexual content, or gory violence. (The series contains childbirth scenes, details of puberty, non-gory murder scenes, and non-explicit references to adultery). I wanted to write a series my own kids could read, and I'm happy to provide an exciting, quality story that a wide variety of ages will enjoy.

The Grays-they're monsters. I don't know if we can stop them. But we have to try.Monsters can't be left alone. Nearly a year has passed since Tavi Malin split the earth and healed it, escaping from the Grays. She's settled back into small-town life.But the Grays have been quietly growing stronger, and when they attack someone close to Tavi, grief threatens to destroy her.Tavi and the Golds resume their battle against gray magic. The Grays, however, are still pursuing Tavi-and that means anyone with her is in danger. She's determined to protect her friends by fighting alone.Battered by sorrow and fear, Tavi grows reckless, risking her friendships and her life.As the Grays produce weapons and plot to crown one of their own as king, Tavi considers what was once unthinkable: she may need to embrace gray magic in order to defeat it. Continue the thrilling, magical story that began in Facing the Sun. Pick up Facing the Gray now! Here's what early readers of the series are saying: "This fast-paced second book of the Sun-Blessed Trilogy is really hard to put down. I loved seeing how Tavi's gifts evolve!" -Kim Decker "The magic system is beautiful and completely original!"-Stephanie, Goodreads reviewer "The Sun-Blessed Trilogy was one of the most exciting, breathtaking, and heart-stopping series I've ever read! Readers of all ages will enjoy this wonderful series." -Madysun Waldrop "Face it! You won't be able to put these books down." -Brenda ElliottAuthor Interview:What makes this new world unique?In the Sun-Blessed Trilogy, the magical system is tied to childbirth. I love the miracle of birth, and tying magic to such an incredible event felt natural and appropriate. Some of the heroes in this series are midwives, who pass magic on to sun-blessed children and later train these same children to use their gifts.What audiences is the series appropriate for?This trilogy is appropriate for teen and adult audiences. There is no cursing, explicit sexual content, or gory violence. (The series contains childbirth scenes, details of puberty, non-gory murder scenes, and non-explicit references to adultery). I wanted to write a series my own kids could read, and I'm happy to provide an exciting, quality story that a wide variety of ages will enjoy.

The glow itself seemed to be alive, breathing, spreading under the baby's skin.One question filled my mind: Who is this child? Tavi Malin is born facing the sun, filled with greater magic than any other sun-blessed child.At age fourteen, Tavi's magic awakens, but her uncontrolled power nearly destroys her school, leaving her confidence as shaken as her surroundings.Tavi and her friends train to use their gifts, unaware of the threat developing in a distant city. Dissidents have banded together, and they're killing to attain gray magic, an ominous new force that breaks the rules of ordinary magic.But to seize true power, the Grays must grow their ranks-and Tavi is a prize worth pursuing.In a fight where confidence is as crucial as strength, even extraordinary gifts aren't sufficient. If Tavi is to prevail against the Grays, she must find a courage that goes deeper than magic itself. You'll love the entrancing characters, relationships, and magic in this all-new fantasy world. Pick up Facing the Sun now! Here's what early readers are saying: "The magic system is beautiful and completely original!" -Stephanie, Goodreads reviewer "This was a cut above anything I've read recently. Facing the Sun is a coming-of-age story with real depth." -Katy Haye, PaisleyPiranha blog "I fell in love with the characters (especially Tavi and Tullen)." -Sarah Lentz, author of Before the Wedding: A Lunch Lady Cozy Mystery "The Sun-Blessed Trilogy was one of the most exciting, breathtaking, and heart-stopping series I've ever read!" -Madysun Waldrop "Face it! You won't be able to put these books down." -Brenda ElliottAuthor Interview:What makes this new world unique?In the Sun-Blessed Trilogy, the magical system is tied to childbirth. I love the miracle of birth, and tying magic to such an incredible event felt natural and appropriate. Some of the heroes in this series are midwives, who pass magic on to sun-blessed children and later train these same children to use their gifts.What audiences is the series appropriate for?This trilogy is appropriate for teen and adult audiences. There is no cursing, explicit sexual content, or gory violence. (The series contains childbirth scenes, details of puberty, non-gory murder scenes, and non-explicit references to adultery). I wanted to write a series my own kids could read, and I'm happy to provide an exciting, quality story that a wide variety of ages will enjoy.