Shades of Dawn


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Exiled from the throne of her nation on the day of her birth, Sera Narayan, raised as an ordinary child, discovers the truth of who she truly is on her Name Day, a celebration of adulthood. Thrown into a world where she is hunted, this once-ordinary girl faces extraordinary challenges. Set on a path not of her choosing, many obstacles await. Can Sera overcome her demons and rightfully reclaim her throne, in the process fulfilling her destiny and freeing her people?




Shades of Dawn


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Shades of Dawn


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Shades of Dawn is a compelling tale of love, betrayal, survival, and personal transformation, centered around Jasmine—a young woman whose journey takes her from a small town in North Africa to a world fraught with emotional and physical challenges. Her story is a profound exploration of the human spirit's resilience in the face of adversity, filled with heartbreak, inner turmoil, and the search for healing. Jasmine's life begins in a close-knit North African town, where family ties run deep, but hidden beneath the surface are fractures waiting to emerge. As she grows, Jasmine experiences the joy and comfort of familial love, but also the sting of betrayal from those she trusts the most. This betrayal shatters her world, forcing her to confront the darker sides of human nature and wrestle with the wounds inflicted by those closest to her heart. Amidst the heartbreak, Jasmine is left to navigate these struggles alone, but it is through this solitude that her true journey begins. The novel delves deeply into universal themes of love and loss, exploring the complex emotions that arise when trust is broken and when love becomes a source of both comfort and pain. Jasmine's story is not just one of suffering, but of transformation. It's about the power of choice—about how, despite the betrayal and hurt, Jasmine finds the strength to carve a new path for herself, one that is defined by her own decisions rather than the expectations or actions of others. As she faces her personal battles, Jasmine learns that survival is not enough. She must dig deeper, finding within herself the will not only to continue, but to thrive. Along the way, she discovers the capacity for forgiveness—not only of others but of herself. The narrative follows her as she transitions from a woman shaped by her past, bound by pain and fear, into someone who is empowered by her present and emboldened by the choices she now owns. Shades of Dawn is a deeply emotional and compassionate narrative that touches on themes of survival, love, and the transformative power of self-discovery. Jasmine's story is a reminder that, no matter how deep the wounds of betrayal may run, there is always a way to rise above. The novel speaks to the heart of what it means to be human—the capacity to endure, to heal, and to grow despite life's most difficult challenges. It is through her trials that Jasmine learns not only to overcome adversity but to embrace her true self, discovering that the future holds possibilities she never imagined. By the end of her journey, Jasmine emerges as a woman who has been shaped by her past but is no longer defined by it. She finds strength in her vulnerabilities and power in her choices, lighting the way toward a future that is hers to claim. Through her resilience, Jasmine's story becomes one of hope, offering a powerful message about the ability of the human spirit to not only survive but to thrive, even in the face of overwhelming obstacles.




Poems of Dawn ...


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Brotherhood of Shades


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From the chaos of dissolution rises a secret order, a brotherhood formed to protect the world of the living from the world of the dead. Growing up on the streets of London, Adam knows nothing of the dark and precarious world that exists just beyond his reality - until he dies, cold and alone, age 14. Now after years of abandonment, Adam discovers he is important: an Order that was formed many centuries ago to protect the world of the living from the world of the dead needs him - an Order of ghosts. Adam finds himself thrown into the spectral world of Toby D'scover, head of Section One of the Brotherhood of Shades, a mysterious character who believes Adam to be a foretold saviour, 'The Sentinel'. Together Adam and the Brotherhood must battle unseen forces and deadly Elemental spirits to find a coded manuscript and save the world.




Shades of Time (The After Cilmeri Series)


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March 1294. With David and Llywelyn in Ireland, the rule of Wales and England has fallen to Math and Anna. Unbeknownst to them, however, rebellious barons have tried to assassinate David and thrown Ireland into civil war. When the treachery reaches across the sea and touches Anna, she finds herself at the center of a conspiracy that stretches from Dublin to Edinburgh--and it is only her actions and choices that stand between her family and the destruction of everything they've worked so hard to build. Shades of Time takes place simultaneously with Outpost in Time, the previous book in the After Cilmeri series. Complete series reading order: Daughter of Time, Footsteps in Time, Winds of Time, Prince of Time, Crossroads in Time, Children of Time, Exiles in Time, Castaways in Time, Ashes of Time, Warden of Time, Guardians of Time, Masters of Time, Outpost in Time, Shades of Time, Champions of Time, Refuge in Time, Outcasts in Time, Hidden in Time, Legacy of Time. Also, This Small Corner of Time: The After Cilmeri Series Companion.




Queen of Shades


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A wanderer. An outcast. A Queen. Against the customs of the land, Kigal is amongst the few still willing to bury the dead. It is a life that has left her wandering, without friend or home, but she spreads her message of justice for the deceased wherever she can. However, when targeted by those who loathe her, she narrowly escapes execution and tumbles into the Underworld. There Kigal is met with the impossible: the souls of the dead proclaiming her as their goddess, fated to be Queen of the Underworld. Hurled into a world beyond her imagining, clashing with seductive gods and bringing demons to heel, she must fight to bring justice to the forgotten dead. Yet as an ancient evil rises in the Land of the Living, Kigal must not only fight for the lives of those who sought her ruin, but for their very souls. Queen of Shades is a 110-page novella, the first in a Mesopotamian fantasy series. Grab your copy and begin the journey today. About the Queen of Shades series This fast-paced historical fantasy series is packed with demons, monsters, gods and goddesses, ancient lore, and more. If you enjoy diverse fantasy with intrigue of mythic proportions, struggles for justice, enemies-to-lovers, and a lot of heart – this series is for you. What Readers are Saying “An exciting, fast-paced story full of magic and monsters, this nonetheless got me thinking deeply about death, grieving, and rituals surrounding grief. If you’re looking for an evocative, thought-provoking story with girl power and just a dash of sass, give this a shot!” - Elisabeth W. “If gods, demons and mythical creatures are up your street, you're in for a treat. There were definitely a few moments where the action took a completely unexpected twist.” - Gem J. “With its fresh characters, thoughtful themes, vivid setting, and pacy plot, I thoroughly enjoyed Queen of Shades and look forward to reading the next novellas. - Suzannah R. “Hinze manages to build a world that is rich and believable in its details, and compelling in its mythology. The book never loses a kind of charmingly otherworldly feel.” - Heather D.




Dawn's Desire


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THIRD IN THE EXCLUSIVE E-BOOK TRILOGY by the author of the Dark Sword and Dark Warrior novels DONNA GRANT DAWN'S DESIRE A Dark King Story For centuries, the immortals known as the Dragon Kings have hidden their shapeshifting powers from the world. But when a mortal enemy threatens to expose them, the warrior Banan must leave his secret lair in the Highlands, risk his life for the dragons within—and resist the temptations of human love... Jane Holden has never considered herself beautiful. But when the impossibly handsome Banan casts his gaze upon her, smoldering with sensuality, she feels like the sexiest woman on earth. Banan, however, is a man on a mission. He refuses to succumb to this modern woman's charms—or his own desires. Two of his warrior brethren have already surrendered to forbidden love. But as the danger closes in, Banan realizes that he needs to possess Jane—mind, body, and soul. For she is more than his match. She is his destiny... This is a story of destiny and desire, magic and mystery, warriors and lovers. These are the forbidden cravings of the Dark Kings. DARK CRAVING (Dark King #1) NIGHT'S AWAKENING (Dark King #2) DAWN'S DESIRE (Dark King #3) Don't miss the connected series The Dark Warriors: MIDNIGHT'S MASTER (#1) MIDNIGHT'S LOVER (#2) MIDNIGHT'S SEDUCTION (#3) MIDNIGHT'S WARRIOR (#4)




Shades of Beauty


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