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Forget everything you thought you knew about witches; a new era begins with her rebirth! With the Western Roman Empire teetering, the rebirth of a legendary witch ignites a fight for survival, forcing humanity to choose between ancient magic and the ashes of a dying world. With magic... anything is possible. But magic comes at a price, a delicate balance that shapes destinies and determines the fate of worlds. In ancient Gaul, in the tumultuous year of 478 AD, a time of cosmic unrest and simmering power, whispers begin to stir. Whispers of a legend, a prophecy, and most importantly, whispers of the reborn Witch. The shadow of the rising Merovingian dynasty looms large, but a different power is stirring, one older and more potent than any king's rule. 

This Witch is not new to the world. This is not her first life, nor even her second. Throughout history, she has been a protector, a destroyer, a force of nature. Now, she is reborn of the ashes, emerging from the embers of past lives to face a new era. But what trials await her? Why has she been called back now? The answer lies buried in the labyrinth of shadows.

 

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Cauldron of Dagda: The Witch’s Rebirth, Part II 
Award-winning author Michaela Riley continues her Witch’s Rebirth saga with a pulse-pounding clash of myth and history. In 540 A.D., as the Eastern Roman Empire crumbles under shadowy threats, Merona—the enigmatic “Witch”—must safeguard the fabled Cauldron of Dagda, humanity’s last hope. Beside her stands Murdach, an immortal, dragon-shifting warrior bound by fate and love; Athena, a vengeful goddess of war; and Brannoc, a seer whose visions blur past and future.

Blending heart-stopping action with rich historical fantasy, Riley spins a tale of epic stakes: ancient magic, treacherous alliances, and a love transcending lifetimes. Can Merona’s powers and Murdach’s unwavering devotion conquer the encroaching darkness?

Perfect for fans of myth-laced epics, this installment merges swordplay, sorcery, and soul-deep sacrifice. Don’t miss Part II of this riveting trilogy, following Labyrinth of Shadows and preceding Spear of Lugh—a journey where every page ignites destiny.

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Spear of Lugh: The Witch’s Rebirth Part III
The final chapter of the Witch’s Rebirth trilogy ignites as Merona, a reborn witch wielding the Cauldron of Dagda and Spear of Lugh, faces humanity’s last stand in 544 AD Septimania—a town scarred by plague and teetering on the edge of darkness. With Samhain approaching, the veil between worlds thins, unleashing an ancient evil once thought vanquished.

Haunted by her role as a harbinger, Merona must channel divine power to halt the encroaching shadow—even if it demands her own destruction. Sacrifice, destiny, and the clash of light against darkness collide in this visceral finale.

Can she conquer the evil without losing herself? Or will the world drown in the abyss?

 

Dive into an untamed tale of Celtic myth and relentless stakes, where hope flickers—and only Merona can decide its fate.

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In September 2005, Jennifer Campbell, a dedicated Army Reservist, finds herself in a dimly lit courtroom, accused and betrayed by the very system she had sworn to protect. As she takes the witness stand, memories of 9/11 and her sacrifices at Fort Bragg flood back, making her question the Constitution she once held sacred. With each testimony, the noose of deceit tightens, painting her as a criminal.

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Yet, her attorney's guidance and the sight of the American flag offers fleeting solace. As shocking revelations of corruption emerge, Jennifer fights not just for her freedom but for the principles her country was founded on. Allies appear from unexpected corners, and enemies lurk behind familiar faces. Will Jennifer's unwavering spirit be enough to uncover the truth? Can she navigate the web of deceit and corruption to restore her faith in justice? And ultimately, will she walk out of the courtroom a free woman, or will the forces against her prevail?

Critics' Requiem

Echoe's Never Die

The Editor's Shadow

What if the worst thing you ever read about yourself was true—and the whole world believed it?

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Arthur Penwright’s debut novel was supposed to make him a star. Instead, he becomes the target of an online mob, as anonymous critics tear his life apart with words sharper than any knife. In this gripping psychological thriller about writers and critics, Arthur’s quest for vindication spirals into obsession, revenge, and murder as he hunts down those who ruined him.

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Set in the ruthless world of publishing and social media, Critics’ Requiem is a dark and twisty suspense novel about the power of words, the danger of cancel culture, and the line between justice and madness. Fans of literary thrillers, meta-fiction, and books like The Silent Patient or Gone Girl will devour this page-turner where every review can be deadly.

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Perfect for readers searching for:
literary thriller series, psychological suspense, books about writers and critics, novels about online bullying, dark fiction about internet mobs, fiction about toxic online culture, book reviewer murder mystery, psychological revenge stories, books for writers and book lovers

The story isn’t over. The legend of Arthur Penwright returns with a vengeance.

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Across Europe, literary critics are turning up dead—each murder foretold by a chilling manuscript leak, each scene echoing the crimes of the infamous Penwright case.

 

Detective Elias Mercer is called out of retirement, Maia Walsh is drawn back into a web of obsession and betrayal, and Arthur finds passion and peril with the mysterious Sabine Leclerc.

Echoes Never Die is a dark literary thriller about love, betrayal, and digital justice. As new killings sweep Paris, Prague, and beyond, the line between victim and villain blurs. Who controls the narrative when legends refuse to die?

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Perfect for fans of:
psychological thrillers, global suspense series, dark academia, novels about betrayal and obsession, European thrillers, books about viral crime, books with strong female leads, books about digital scandals, trending booktok thrillers

Every ending is a new beginning. The final story is being written.

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A new apprentice steps from the shadows, orchestrating copycat killings and leaking chapters that shake the literary world. As the body count climbs across Lisbon, New York, and beyond, Arthur, Sabine, Maia, and Mercer are forced into a final, deadly showdown.

 

In this international murder mystery, old legends and new obsessions collide.

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The Editor’s Shadow is a gripping psychological suspense novel about redemption, legacy, and the mythic power of narrative. Perfect for readers who crave dark fiction, meta-narrative thrillers, and stories where every secret can kill.

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For readers who love:
copycat killer thrillers, psychological suspense series, novels about redemption and justice, gripping suspense novels, international murder mysteries, books about myth and legacy, fiction about narrative power, trending thrillers for adults

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