Awakening
J. L. McCoy
Paperback
(Independently published, March 19, 2020)
Fate is a fickle thing. A father is dead before his time. Inexplicably murdered. And now a darkness shadows Arwen’s future and the kingdom she doesn’t know she’s destined to rule…For Arwen Caillot, life is normal for the 17-year-old soldier in 16th century Loegria—a kingdom built on and sustained by Arthurian ideals. That is, until her father dies, killed in cold blood. Now, obscure dreams and visions manifest themselves in her mind and taunt her memories. At the same time, an emerging but familiar connection with her often mysterious friend Emrys confronts the innate affection she bears toward Regent Prince Marc, a boy from her past with whom she’s only recently reunited.And now, someone wants her dead.With each attempt on Arwen’s life, pieces of the truth are revealed, and she learns about her past and of the legendary legacy that is her birthright—the kingdom of Loegria, and at its heart, the lost city of Camelot.Beyond the secrets, Arwen learns that Morgana, the half-blooded sister of Arthur, has returned, armed with dark magic and an army of mythological monsters, to claim the most powerful throne in all the realms. Nothing will stand in her way. Not the one who betrayed her. Not even the one true heir.With an old prophecy as a guide, Arwen, along with Marc and Emrys, must unravel its cryptic message, find the means to save the kingdom from Morgana’s wrath, and resurrect the once grand fortress of Camelot. And the fate of it all hinges on the path Arwen chooses and the strength of an ancient bond. But first, Arwen must remember, and her powers must awaken…Awakening is the first book in the Heir of Camelot series.Heir of Camelot#1 Awakening#2 Dragonsoul (coming soon)#3#4