The Phoenix Effect

Begin Again

A divided world.

A soldier empowered by healing nanites. An enemy assassin.

The rift between them would be irreparable, if they had never been in love.

Arin and Lia’s unexpected encounter, after being torn apart by the emotion suppressing technology Arin now carries in his blood, begins a chase across the unknown territories between their worlds. Upon arriving in a hidden paradise, Arin discovers that Lia is no lone assassin but an integral part of a clandestine army and wife of the army’s formidable leader, Roland. Faced with life as a prisoner or life without his healing nanites, Arin chooses to live as a mortal once again, reawakening his impulsive spirit, along with his feeling for Lia.

The reuniting of Arin and Lia begins a chain of events that will tilt the balance of power, reveal long kept secrets about the revolutionary invention that divided their world, and ultimately shape its future.

Kirkus Reviews (Verdict “Get It”) - “A semi-Arthurian SF swashbuckler that swaps future tech for Merlin wizardry”

BookLife Prize (Quarterfinalist amongst top 10 in the genre) - “MacDonald's storyline is creative and intricate, transporting readers into a distinctive realm that offers complexity, action, and an array of character-driven moments. - The worldbuilding and evocative conflict at the center of this story make it a dynamic, immersive read.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Red Headed Book Lover - “The tale of The Reuniting is gripping, glorious, and let’s not forget breathtaking! This novel truly did astound me with its captivating narration and thrilling plotline, in which many twists and turns occur.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Readers Favorite - “an exciting plot that blends science-fiction, action, adventure, mystery, and comedy into a well-paced thriller.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazon Buyer - Fun, adventurous, a little dangerous, and a few plot twists that threw me for a loop! Some colorful characters and a badass heroine. Highly recommend!”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - Goodreads

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