Books with author Ellison Blackburn

Buried treasure or a curse unearthed?Amidst the ruins of an ancient stone circle, a team of archaeologists uncovers a strange creature that should not exist.Reviving afresh an age-old battle, the discovery pits science against religion—enough perhaps to shake the beliefs of the millions who would count themselves as supporters of either faction.To make matters worse, the lead on the project, Dr. Mallory Jacks, falls in love with the one man who has all the answers. Only Grey McKnight doesn’t know it. With each passing day, the upheaval surrounding the findings threatens to shatter their lives into countless surreal pieces.With a smart cast of characters, an intriguing mystery, and fantastic elements, IF THERE BE GIANTS begins the two-novel Watchers series. Fans of archaeology stories, mysteries of the unknown, or mythology-based fantasies will enjoy If There Be Giants.

It has been almost a year since the denizens of the purple house were mysteriously transplanted back in time to the Victorian-era. Of course, Chicago and its people are still healing after the catastrophic blaze that all but destroyed the city and claimed thousands of lives. And still, there is a killer at large who’s not at all twice-shy about playing with fire.For what kind of monster would burn a man alive?Regardless of the horrors the Aubrey Milner case renews, River, a coroner disguised as a man, and her brother Archer, the district’s police inspector, are duty-bound to seek justice. It’s what they do. They will find the burned man’s murderer and maybe lay to rest a ghost or two of their own.With a cast of quirky characters, an intriguing mystery, and a hint of romance, fans of historical, time-travel, steampunk, and gaslamp-era fiction will enjoy AN UNTIMELY END.Get to know the Chicago St. Clairs today.*Content warning: Adult language and violence*Previously published as The Ashes of Aubrey Milner

Encircled by ancient stones, buried deep in the earth is the evidence of humankind’s fantastic beginning—therein also lies the truth to its end.If There Be Giants: Buried treasure or a curse unearthed?Archaeologist Dr. Mallory Jacks has uncovered an anomaly, a strange creature amidst familiar surroundings. And the discovery could change the world’s perspective of anthropology and science, as well as shake the religious faith of millions. However, the latter is beside the scientific point.That these artifacts do not fit neatly into the accepted timeline of life on the planet is just the cusp of the problem. As the excavation progresses, the list of inconsistencies grows. Further complicating matters, one of Mallory’s students, Grey McKnight becomes enmeshed in the mystery.Second Son: Birds of a feather flock together.Even two years after the moment of first discovery, the artifacts defy rational explanation. Perhaps for ages to come, the seemingly impossible aspects of the finds will be bandied about in laboratories, universities, museums, and pews—if there are people around to tell the tale.For beyond the boundaries of terra firma and people’s limited senses, there are mysterious powers at work, and once again, Grey and Mallory are thrust in the middle of something bigger than themselves. Their love will be tested, and all humanity will be judged one last time. The time of the Watchers has arrived.With a smart cast of characters, an intriguing mystery, and fantastic elements, fans of archaeology stories, mysteries of the unknown, or mythology-based fantasies will enjoy THE WATCHERS two-novel series.

Find yourself at the FountainWhere do-overs are guaranteedFLASH BACKCharlotte Fenn is experiencing a mid-life crisis. On the verge of depression and bored with life, she would risk a lot for a glimmer of hope. Then it comes: a biotech breakthrough called Renovation—touted the modern-day fountain of youth—and it will bring those long since buried dreams within grasp again.SECOND NATURETwo hundred years later, regeneration has become a way of life and no one better than Emery Kidd, a community chronicler, knows the details of society dramatically changed since it first began. She also knows why the population of the planet has dwindled in that time and how history tends to repeat itself.BEING HUMANEmery’s perfect (if not mundane) life changes when she once again encounters her rival, Serafina Strong, a former mediator like Aiden. Infuriating as may be, Sera could also be the heroine of all regenkind, for she can see the future. And while the prospects for humanity look dim, if they band together, the team might still be able to veer the course of the future Sera has foreseen.THE FOUNTAIN trilogy is a mind-bending saga for fans of literary dramas, family sagas, and speculative sci-fi with more than a dash of romance.

An inevitable breakthroughAn irresistible opportunityThe second chance of a lifetimeGeneration Xer, Charlotte Fenn wishes she had made different choices, and the what-ifs are causing a bit of a crisis.In her wildest imaginings, she could not have guessed that hope would arrive via a medical breakthrough. Indeed, like a dream come true, regenerative science promises to deliver both the freshness and opportunities of youth to those who seek it and even to those who do not. Somehow, by whatever powers that be, this dream has found Charley.Now if only someone had told her hindsight has consequences.With a cast of relatable characters and a mind-bending storyline, FLASH BACK is a contemporary second coming-of-age tale for fans of speculative sci-fi or literary dramas with a hint of romance.Find yourself at the Fountain today.

What if you could design your perfect mate?Raine Dodge is a beautiful bio-modified catch, like every other female in Circe. She’s also brilliant and ambitious and has designed software that will transform relationships forever. But everyone knows progress has consequences and there’s no such thing as perfect. Right?The future of love is Virtue Us. Catch a glimpse today.If your interest was piqued by the movie Her or Margaret Atwood’s The Handmaid’s Tale, you will enjoy VIRTUE US. Virtue Us is an untraditional love story as well as a speculative-fiction novella for fans of cyberpunk, dystopian, and post-apocalyptic science fiction.

It has been almost a year since the denizens of the purple house were mysteriously transplanted back in time to the Victorian-era. Of course, Chicago and its people are still healing after the catastrophic blaze that all but destroyed the city and claimed thousands of lives. And still, there is a killer at large who’s not at all twice-shy about playing with fire.For what kind of monster would burn a man alive?Regardless of the horrors the Aubrey Milner case renews, River, a coroner disguised as a man, and her brother Archer, the district’s police inspector, are duty-bound to seek justice. It’s what they do. They will find the burned man’s murderer and maybe lay to rest a ghost or two of their own.With a cast of quirky characters, an intriguing mystery, and a hint of romance, fans of historical, time-travel, steampunk, and gaslamp-era fiction will enjoy AN UNTIMELY END.Get to know the Chicago St. Clairs today.*Content warning: Adult language and violence*Previously published as The Ashes of Aubrey Milner

Buried treasure or a curse unearthed?Amidst the ruins of an ancient stone circle, a team of archaeologists uncovers a strange creature that should not exist.Reviving afresh an age-old battle, the discovery pits science against religion—enough perhaps to shake the beliefs of the millions who would count themselves as supporters of either faction.To make matters worse, the lead on the project, Dr. Mallory Jacks, falls in love with the one man who has all the answers. Only Grey McKnight doesn’t know it. With each passing day, the upheaval surrounding the findings threatens to shatter their lives into countless surreal pieces.With a smart cast of characters, an intriguing mystery, and fantastic elements, IF THERE BE GIANTS begins the two-novel Watchers series. Fans of archaeology stories, mysteries of the unknown, or mythology-based fantasies will enjoy If There Be Giants.

An inevitable breakthroughAn irresistible opportunityThe second chance of a lifetimeGeneration Xer, Charlotte Fenn wishes she had made different choices, and the what-ifs are causing a bit of a crisis.In her wildest imaginings, she could not have guessed that hope would arrive via a medical breakthrough. Indeed, like a dream come true, regenerative science promises to deliver both the freshness and opportunities of youth to those who seek it and even to those who do not. Somehow, by whatever powers that be, this dream has found Charley.Now if only someone had told her hindsight has consequences.With a cast of relatable characters and a mind-bending storyline, FLASH BACK is a contemporary second coming-of-age tale for fans of speculative sci-fi or literary dramas with a hint of romance.Find yourself at the Fountain today.

The inevitable breakthrough. An irresistible opportunity. The second chance of a lifetime.Generation Xer, Charlotte Fenn wishes she had made different choices. Perhaps if she had her life would not seem to be flatlining toward more of the same. The mere thought is depressing, but just as change is certain, life itself is unpredictable. And thus, in her wildest imaginings, Charley could not have guessed that hope would arrive via a breakthrough in bioengineering.Indeed, like a dream come true, Renovation or life regression science promises to deliver both the freshness and opportunities of youth to those who seek it--and even to those who do not. For somehow, the procedure found Charley. Now if only someone had told her: Hindsight has consequences.No doubt you have heard the saying: "If I only knew then what I know now..." Imagine the chance to do-over past mistakes and choices wasn't a pipe dream. Then ask yourself: "What would I do if I found myself standing in front of the fountain of youth?"FLASH BACK is coming of age story for adults and a character-driven, mind-bending story for fans of speculative, literary and science fiction with a hint of romance. (Previously titled Regeneration X.)BONUS: This edition includes an excerpt from Second Nature, book two of The Fountain trilogy.