The Witch's Rebirth Series

A God will rise and the witch will break. Step into 544 AD ancient Francia.

Ancient Francia 540 AD, an ancient magic stirs and Merona is called back from the labyrinth to stop the dark pestilence.

Labyrinth of Shadows: The Witch's Rebirth narrated by Abby Filsinger Unleash the Magic: The Witch’s Rebirth Part I by Award-Winning Author Michaela Riley Born on Samhain night beneath a dark eclipse... 🌑 You can’t fight an ancient war without knowing how it started. Forget every villainous witch of lore you’ve ever read about. Prepare to have your perceptions shattered, because the fate of the world rests entirely in the hands of its most feared woman. If you crave immersive

Blood, crowns and forbidden magic.

Forget every villainous witch of lore. The world’s salvation rests in the hands of its most feared woman. If you are craving a sweeping dark historical fantasy that seamlessly weaves together brutal real-world history, intricate Celtic mythology, and a romance that transcends lifetimes, clear your reading schedule. Award-winning author Michaela Riley returns with The Witch’s Rebirth—an ambitious, eight-book epic starting with its breathtaking first installment, Labyrinth of S

Murdach and Merona If you crave epic fantasy that seamlessly weaves meticulous historical detail with pulse-pounding, high-stakes mythology, your next obsession has arrived. Award-winning author Michaela Riley returns with The Cauldron of Dagda: The Witch’s Rebirth Part II, the stunning second installment in The Witch’s Rebirth Series. Packed with ancient Celtic lore, immortal romance, and heart-stopping sword-and-sorcery action, this novel raises the stakes to apocalyptic he

Walking through the storm and claiming your power.

Fredegund the Queen of Vengeance As a writer, I’ve always been drawn to the shadows of history. When crafting the world of The Witch's Rebirth Series, I often look back at the real-world figures whose lives were so chaotic, so ruthless, and so deeply complex that they outshine any fictional villain. If you’ve been following the journey toward Part IV, The Gambit of Queens (where we cross paths with the famous chronicler Gregory of Tours), you’re already getting a taste of Mer

Ready for the next release of The Witch's Rebirth Series? The Gambit of Queens launches on Samhain.

Every night she relives the flames. She Refused to Stay Dead: The Witch’s Rebirth Comes to Kansas City Some secrets are buried deep for a reason. But some—especially those forged in fire and fueled by centuries of injustice—have a way of clawing their way back to the surface. She is coming. And she is closer than you think. If you’ve been waiting for a dark fantasy that chills you to the bone and haunts you long after you turn the final page, it’s time to meet the woman who r

Shop at my store for all versions of books in The Witch's Rebirth Series (hint it won't be a trilogy soon). More on that later:). On May 30 I will be at the Fae Ball — a fantasy event where I am sponsoring an entire bar named after the world of The Witch's Rebirth. The cocktails are named after Merona and Murdach. The drinks have shimmer dust and custom dragon and labyrinth wafers floating on top. And I will have 150 personally signed copies of the trilogy with me — 50 of eac

A Love That Echoes Through the Ages If you’ve ever felt that a novel could make you believe in destiny, in soul‑mates, and in the brutal, beautiful cost of true love, you’re about to meet your next obsession. The Witch’s Rebirth Trilogy – Labyrinth of Shadows, Cauldron of Dagda, and Spear of Lugh – is a sweeping, award‑winning saga that takes the classic “enemies‑to‑lovers” trope and stretches it across five millennia. At its heart lies Murdach, an immortal sea‑dragon who can

May 30, 2026 – Kansas (yes, Kansas… the middle of nowhere but the perfect spot for fairies) When the invitation for the Myth and Legend Fae Ball arrived, my inner fan-fiction nerd did a backflip. Not only do I get to rub shoulders with winged revelers and ancient deities, but I’m also the proud sponsor of a bar that serves drinks straight from the wellspring of The Witch’s Rebirth Trilogy . If you’ve never heard of the series, think Celtic myth meets time-traveling witch. It

Awards for The Witch's Rebirth Trilogy Hey there, fellow book‑lover! I’m thrilled to pull back the curtain on what has been nothing short of an extraordinary twelve months for me, my stories, and all of you who have walked the winding paths of The Witch’s Rebirth series. ✨ From Semi‑Finalist to Star‑Bound When Labyrinth of Shadows: The Witch’s Rebirth was announced as a semi‑finalist in the coveted Chanticleer Awards, my heart did a little levitation spell of its own. The com

Unraveling the spell of The Witch's Rebirth Trilogy by award winning author Michaela Riley

The Weight of Destiny: A Gift or a Cage? Merona the Last Ember of Hope to Save Mankind Imagine being born with a predetermined path, a fate that has been etched into your very skin. A map of power and magic that glows with an otherworldly energy, connecting you to an ancient lineage and a prophecy that could change the course of history. Sounds like a dream come true, right? But what if this destiny is not a gift, but a cage? A constant reminder that your future was decided c

The cyclical nature of persecution and rebirth: Labyrinth of Shadows: The Witch's Rebirth Part I explores how the trauma of witch hunts and scapegoating echoes across centuries. Anna Koldings’s execution and subsequent rebirth as Merona highlight the persistence of injustice and the possibility of transformation. The narrative asks whether history is doomed to repeat itself or if individuals can break cycles of violence by healing old wounds and forging new paths.

Greetings, Goblins, Glamour Witches, and People Who Definitely Don’t Know What “Covfefe” Means But Are Here Anyway... The esteemed, the enchanted, the slightly sleep-deprived author behind The Witch's Rebirth Trilogy will be attending the Myth and Legend Fae Ball. Excitement overload because I have been summoned by forces far beyond my control. Well, okay, it was just an email from the event coordinator. But still! The aura was very dramatic. Now, here’s the rub: We’re sponso

The Witch's Rebirth Trilogy In a world where the boundaries of time and magic blur, one series is poised to captivate readers and leave a lasting impression: The Witch's Rebirth Series by Michaela Riley. This mesmerizing trilogy has been long listed for the prestigious Chanticleer International Book Awards 2025, a testament to its spellbinding narrative and the author's mastery of storytelling. The Witch's Rebirth Series is a sweeping epic that delves into the realm where his

United States Summary: Michaela Riley’s dark fantasy novel Labyrinth of Shadows: The Witch’s Rebirth Part I has garnered eight prestigious awards, cementing its place as a standout in the literary world. Award-winning author Michaela Riley celebrates a series of accolades for her novel Labyrinth of Shadows: The Witch’s Rebirth Part I , which has earned eight notable awards in 2025. Riley has also been named Best Historical Fantasy Author in the US of 2025 , further solidifyi