"We're probably going to lose. Why should we even try?"

"Trying gives us purpose. Sometimes trying is the whole point."

The Grays have won.

Despite resistance from Tavi Malin and the rest of the Golds, Konner Burrell and his puppet king now rule Cormina. Knowing their lives are in danger, the fugitive Golds have gone into hiding.

Tavi bides her time, striving to craft the perfect strategy to defeat the Grays. But when Konner's people begin killing innocents, Tavi realizes the battle for her nation's freedom cannot wait.

As gray magic infiltrates the land, the Golds plot to lure Konner into one final confrontation.

But Tavi isn't only fighting to liberate Cormina, she's also struggling with her own future?and how her friend Tullen fits into it.

It's hard enough for Tavi to risk her life. She must also decide if she will risk her heart.

Join the Golds for the magical conclusion to the Sun-Blessed Trilogy. Pick up Facing the Fire today!

Here's what early readers of the series are saying:

• "The magic system is beautiful and completely original!"-Stephanie, Goodreads reviewer
• "The third book of the Sun-Blessed Trilogy brought closure but also left me wanting more! Readers are in for a real treat as unexpected characters and plot twists are sure to keep them on the edge of their seats!" -Kim Decker
• "I felt so connected to the characters in the Sun-Blessed Trilogy, I carried them with me throughout the day even after I put the book down!" -Michele Gryniewicz
• "The Sun-Blessed Trilogy was one of the most exciting, breathtaking, and heart-stopping series I've ever read! Readers of all ages will enjoy this wonderful series." -Madysun Waldrop

Author Interview:

What makes this new world unique?

In the Sun-Blessed Trilogy, the magical system is tied to childbirth. I love the miracle of birth, and tying magic to such an incredible event felt natural and appropriate. Some of the heroes in this series are midwives, who pass magic on to sun-blessed children and later train these same children to use their gifts.

What audiences is the series appropriate for?

This trilogy is appropriate for teen and adult audiences. There is no cursing, explicit sexual content, or gory violence. (The series contains childbirth scenes, details of puberty, non-gory murder scenes, and non-explicit references to adultery). I wanted to write a series my own kids could read, and I'm happy to provide an exciting, quality story that a wide variety of ages will enjoy.

Reading Order:

Facing the Sun, Facing the Gray, and Facing the Fire should be read in order.

Birth of Magic is a prequel novella that may be read before or after the main trilogy.

Content warnings: This trilogy contains non-explicit descriptions of childbirth and other discussions of women's health issues. It also contains scenes depicting murder and abduction.