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In the gripping third installment of the Keys & Guardians series, "Keys of the Dawn," the stakes have never been higher. Jacklyn Madison and Kyp Franklin, once heroes believed to have sacrificed everything to seal the Rifts, have defied the clutches of death. But with their miraculous return comes a new peril- the Rifts have reopened, more dangerous than ever before. Kyp, bearing a cursed wound that refuses to heal, finds himself on the brink of death and rebirth over and over again. His last hope lies within the perilous Dusk, the realm of their most formidable foes. As he ventures into enemy territory with the Order's daring members, the quest for salvation becomes a battle for survival. Meanwhile, Jacklyn, rooted in the Dawn-the world as we know it-stands as the final guardian of her children, and perhaps the world. Alongside a motley assembly of allies, she uncovers a trail leading to an ancient adversary whose thirst for revenge knows no bounds. With a malevolent plot unfolding, Jacklyn must confront the shadows of her past to safeguard the future.Time is the enemy as the Keys of the Dawn face a race against the clock to unravel the truth behind the reopened Rifts. Only by unmasking the true villain can they hope to prevent the fall of the Dusk and the Dawn. Will they succeed, or will they witness the rise of a new regime that seeks to undo everything they've fought for?"Keys of the Dawn" is a testament to the enduring power of loyalty and the unyielding spirit of those who stand at the precipice of the unknown. Fans of "The Order of the Key" and "The Skeleton Key" will find themselves plunged into an even deeper, darker, and more thrilling adventure that will leave them yearning for more.

"There are a plethora of exciting young adult sci-fi books on the market, but sometimes you read one that stands out from the rest. The Order of the Key is that book." -Indies TodayJacklyn Madison never expected to be attacked by a beast on an evening snack run.Add a rescue mission enacted by a trained regiment of teenaged warriors, and her night officially becomes just like a scene from one of her beloved comic books. Turns out, her parents were once members of the Order of the Key, gifted humans that protect humanity from creatures spilling through inter-dimensional rifts. Unable to control her newfound abilities, Jacklyn and her family rejoin the Order.After an attack on their headquarters leaves Jacklyn questioning their leadership, Kyp-the boy who led her initial rescue-reveals a darker secret. The Order's leader may be corrupt, and Jacklyn's questions could put her family in danger. Drawn into the search for proof, Jacklyn must use her guts and magical brawn to protect her family, her friends, and herself from the monsters spilling from rifts, and those hiding within the Order.

"NEVER SAY NEVER is a hilarious, magical, and ultimately relatable story that carries readers though a fantastical premise to a satisfying conclusion." IndieReader.com"The book acts as a fun, bite-sized introduction into Greek mythology, blended seamlessly with all the theatrics, turbulence and complications involved with any coming-of-age story. An unexpected take on a timeless concept, Never Say Never adds a touch of whimsy and a dose of reality to a cute romance about a girl who thinks she'll never find true love." IndiesToday.comAfter she walks in on her mom doing the horizontal mambo with a man that's decidedly not her dad, Brynn Stark swears to NEVER fall in love. One of her friends--Val-- reveals her true identity--Aphrodite, goddess of love, and promises to show Brynn why she shouldn't lose faith.But when Brynn realizes she's beginning to fall for Adam, Aphrodite's boyfriend, Brynn's forced to decide if she'll choose her goddess-given fate, or risk it all for the wrong-but-right guy.One thing's for sure. Love sucks. And it's all about to blow up in their faces.

Sequel to the award-winning Order of the KeyKyp Franklin can't move on. One year after his mother officially declared war against him, Kypis still struggling to find his feet as the Order of the Key's new leader. He's far too concernedabout tracking her down before she causes even more damage than she already has. In fact, that'sall he's been doing. Until one day, after a particularly reckless mission, he returns to find asurprising visitor on his doorstep...Jacklyn Madison can't move on. One year after she left the Order, she has a new team, and a newmission. She's determined to close all the interdimensional rifts between our world and the Dusk,before more people die trying to stop the creatures that pass through them. But a vision she hadwhile on the edge of death leads her to the one place she never intended to return ...Forced to work together, Jacklyn, Kyp, and their respective teams uncover Lavinia's next plan:an alarming mix of magic and science the likes of which has never been seen before. Jacklyn andKyp must learn to work together again and confront the demons of their past if they're going tostop Lavinia and those assisting her before their larger plan is put into action--a plan that couldbring the monsters of the Dusk to our world...forever.

Prepare for an epic rollercoaster of love, laughter, and pure teenage shenanigans in "Never Say Never," the ultimate young adult contemporary romance with a dash of mind-bending fantasy. This hilarious and heartwarming tale is tailor-made for teens who are ready to embark on a wild ride of emotions.After she walks in on her mom doing the horizontal mambo with a man that's decidedly not her dad, Brynn Stark swears to NEVER fall in love. One of her friends--Val-- reveals her true identity--Aphrodite, goddess of love, and promises to show Brynn why she shouldn't lose faith.But when Brynn realizes she's beginning to fall for Adam, Aphrodite's boyfriend, Brynn's forced to decide if she'll choose her goddess-given fate, or risk it all for the wrong-but-right guy.One thing's for sure. Love sucks. And it's all about to blow up in their faces.If you're ready to dive headfirst into a love story that's equal parts hilarious and heartwarming, then "Never Say Never" is your ticket to the most entertaining romantic escapade of the year. Grab a copy today and buckle up for a wild ride that will leave you gasping for breath and begging for more!