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Seeds of Glory and Ruin
Young adult fantasy romance
Seeds of Glory and Ruin
Book 1 of the A Mage's Influence series
Cadence has always lived in the shadow of her beautiful sister Airlie, until Airlie’s dormant seed awakens and makes her one of the most powerful mages in generations. Their father’s old warning that the sisters carry the seeds of glory and ruin leaves Cadence fearing what her own still-hidden power might become. Swept to the distant Mage’s Guild, she struggles with political intrigue, the charming Zeke’s unexpected interest, and secrets about her family that grow more dangerous with every answer. When enemies across the border begin hunting the sisters, Cadence must decide whether to fear her own potential or finally claim it.
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Fantasy peril and violence, threats to kingdoms and families, and mild romantic content, including kissing
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