AustLit

'Aden is the fourth book in the series Blood-Rose Guardians and the first Tale of Alliance. Aden, the ally of Peter and a former phoenix, finds herself drawn to Armidale upon finishing secondary school. Her human life is the last of many lifetimes spent as a great bird; a phoenix reborn from the ashes of her own combustion for two millennia. It is in her final life that she is charged with the mission to create new life and ensure the continuance of her species.

Aden's search for a suitable mate leads her directly to Peter, and after a whirlwind romance, she does indeed succeed in procreating. It is shortly after the birth of her child that her real adventure begins as she enters the community of the Guardians and becomes a warrior in her own right.

This is the story of Aden's involvement with Peter and with the Guardians. It allows the reader an insight into the realm of magic and mythology and the importance of finding connection with others. Aden becomes a part of something greater than she could have ever imagined and will continue to walk the path of destiny side-by-side with the Guardians of the Blood-Rose as her story continues...' (Publisher's blurb)

'Juliette is the fifth book in the series Blood-Rose Guardians. It follows the experiences and self-exploration of Juliette through the course of one year as she engages with the responsibilities of both her human life and in her role as a Guardian. Juliette lives with her identical twin sister, Charlotte, in Australia's beautiful Queensland. She is an avid horse-rider and newly employed nurse at the local hospital. During the course of her year, she will face demons both physical and psychological and embark on a journey that pushes her beyond her greatest expectations. As a Guardian, she will acquire new skills and strengths as she faces her weaknesses and the challenges that rise with the encroaching Darkness. Juliette is a story about the importance of faith in one's self and about humbly accepting help, even from strangers, when it is needed. It is a tale, as are all the Blood-Rose Guardian books, about good versus evil and the challenges faced by the Guardians as the Darkness continues to gain momentum in its pursuit of world domination.' (Publication summary)

'Thomas, the first-born of Elizabeth, resides in Canberra, Australia, where he divides his time between his rather mundane, but essential, cover as an environmental lawyer and the infinitely more complicated and exciting realm of Ambrosia. The veil between the two realms is thinning, giving rise to a number of monsters in the earthly realm. As a Guardian, it is his duty to maintain the dominion of the Light. He, being the eldest in the next generation of Guardians, bears the weight of the world on his shoulders and it will take all of his magic, might and muscle to survive in that role. Thomas will face personal challenges of the greatest degree as he investigates and confronts the Darkness that has gained a foothold in this realm. He will wrestle demons, both physical and emotional, during his plight and resurrect fears long since assuaged. The next chapter in the journey of the Guardians is unfolding and ready or not, Thomas will be at the vanguard!

'Thomas is the 6th book in the series Blood-Rose Guardians. In this book, the journey of the Guardians continues as they grow and accept their future. Time is against Thomas and his siblings, in this, the most dangerous journey yet. Old enemies and even older friends will join them on this journey that brings new life and dire predicaments to the Guardians. Magic will rise and the shadows will creep from their hiding places to put obstacles in their path; alliances will be forged and memories tamed as Thomas takes up the mantle and becomes the next Blood-Rose Guardian.'  (Publication summary)