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A nobleman's murder. A secret buried in her past. The hunt for the truth begins...Airene the Finch, a peddler of whispers, is no stranger to scandal. But when a nobleman is killed, Airene is pushed to her limits in pursuit of the murderer - and the secret that will change her world forever...A tale of secrets, magic, and mystery, Secret Seller is the prequel novella to the epic fantasy trilogy The Famine Cycle. If you like the roguish characters of The Lies of Locke Lamora, the prose of The Farseer Trilogy, and the magic of Mistborn, you'll love this new fantastical world! PRAISE FOR WHISPERS OF RUIN, BOOK 1 OF THE FAMINE CYCLE★★★★★ "e;...Deftly blends political intrigue and tension between ruling powers, the mystic ability of the wardens, and the threat of war including the looming terror of a daemon god. "e; - Readers' Favorite★★★★★ "e;I was enthralled from the first chapter."e; - Amazon review★★★★★ "e;Loved this world of the finches."e; - Amazon review★★★★★ "e;A hard book to put down."e; - Amazon review★★★★★ "e;This book was so complex and layered. I loved the characters, the storyline and the paranormal aspects."e; - Amazon review

He has one last chance to pay his debts. But only a fool would take this job...Talan Wraithsbane, vault-breaker and thief extraordinaire, is down on his luck. After a thwarted kidnapping of the High Vizier's valuable peacock, Talan is out of money, friends, and jobs -- except one last, desperate gambit...A band of rich, drunk fools have a singular task for him: to break into a vault protected by imperial guards, unearthly spirits, and gods know what else -- and all to steal a magical cup...With debts mounted high to the city's foremost crime syndicate, Talan no choice but to gamble on one last heist, and hope the gift that earned him his name will be enough to survive...A tale of mischief, magic, and mayhem chock-full of rogues, priests, and spirits, The Phantom Heist is a fantasy crime story set in the world of The Famine Cycle. Perfect for fans of The Lies of Locke Lamora, Mistborn, and The Riyria Chronicles! PRAISE FOR THE PHANTOM HEIST★★★★★ "e;J.D.L. Rosell has created a tangible world, with complex characters, history and interwoven stories."e; - Amazon reviewer★★★★★ "e;It is extremely well-crafted and mesmerizing. It provides an interesting snapshot of Talan's life before Odejia, while also drawing you into a tantalizing story."e; - Amazon reviewer★★★★★ "e;Loved the plot, it was very different and interesting."e; - Amazon reviewer

Includes all three novels in the trilogy, two prequel novellas, and a short storyWhen the God of Hunger reawakens, the final feast begins… Over 1300 pages of forbidden magic, deadly intrigue, and titanic clashes between gods and mortals.Airene the Finch is a scrappy peddler of rumors, accustomed to eking out a living among the shadows. But fate has grander plans for her.When her king is assassinated and her brother vanishes without a trace, Airene is thrust into a perilous journey.To save her brother and unravel the mystery of the monarch's death, Airene must embrace a destiny she never imagined—as a warden, a master of sorcery, and a pivotal figure in the survival of the Four Realms.But wielding such power comes at a dire cost, and every secret she uncovers demands a greater sacrifice.In a world teetering on the brink of ruin, Airene's choices will shape kingdoms and the balance of divine forces. Can she defy the will of a god, or will the price of her secrets be too steep to pay?Grab the omnibus to discover the secret to slaying a dragon god!_______________________________Included in this complete epic fantasy series omnibus:Book 1: Whispers of RuinBook 2: Echoes of ChaosBook 3: Requiem of SilenceNovella: Secret SellerNovella: The Phantom HeistShort Story: The Caged God_______________________________REVIEWS"e;I was enthralled from the first chapter."e; - Reader review"e;An excellent read for classic high fantasy lovers..."e; - Reedsy Discovery"e;Deftly blends political intrigue and tension between ruling powers, the mystic ability of the wardens, and the threat of war including the looming terror of a daemon god."e; - Readers' Favorite"e;Loved this world of the finches."e; - Reader review"e;A hard book to put down."e; - Reader review"e;This book was so complex and layered. I loved the characters, the storyline and the paranormal aspects."e; - Reader review

A trader of secrets. A king's demise before his time. The dragon god threatening to consume the world...In a city divided by schemes and treachery, Airene the Finch is a penniless commoner scraping a living through a trade in valuable secrets. Despite coming from a debt-ridden family, she has claimed a sliver of notoriety through her relentless ambition and ingenuity.But Airene has always yearned for more. She wishes to be a Verifier of Truth, part of an ancient order that uncovers corruption at the highest echelons of society. She longs to bring justice to an unjust world.So when her nation's figurehead ruler dies under suspicious circumstances, Airene seizes her opportunity. Her search for the truth behind the ruler's death will bring her into conflict with outlaw sorcerers, underground societies, corrupt politicians — and far deadlier dangers.Can Airene uncover the plot and stop the forces behind it, or will the price of victory be too high to pay?Whispers of Ruin is the first book in the epic fantasy series The Famine Cycle. Perfect for readers who like political intrigue, hard magic systems, awakening gods, and seedy medieval cities, or love books like The Lies of Locke Lamora and Mistborn.Read the complete trilogy today!

The Famine Cycle comes to its startling conclusion in Book 3, REQUIEM OF SILENCE.Every world has its end. With Famine returned and freed of his restraints, Airene must find a way to stop the daemon god from devouring the world — no matter the cost...The armies of the Avvad, the most powerful empire in the world, have arrived at the walls of Oedija. Despot Jaxas has rallied the city's meager defenses, but with the Manifest and Underguild still lashing in their death throes, the realm is barely holding strong.Even facing the destruction of her home, Airene keeps watch for a different threat. Famine, the God of Hunger, has finally broken free of his cage and feasts upon the world. Unfettered, he will consume all life on its surface.When an unexpected ally appears, Airene and her companions embark on a quest to find a way to stop the daemon god. Racing against time, seeking to stay ahead of both Avvad and Famine, they seek allies and weapons receded into myth.But no war is won without great sacrifice — and if she is to succeed, Airene must sacrifice all she is...The enthralling epic fantasy trilogy comes to an end in Requiem of Silence, Book 3 of The Famine Cycle. Complete the cycle today!