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Awakening

The Guardian's Chronicle, Book 1

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Awakening

Written by: Andrew Schultz
Narrated by: Austin Rising, Brittney Lynn
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In the ancient sanctuary of Alta, Emiya has only an old Guardian’s seal and the sensei who raised him. On graduation day in Gula, the Legion attacks, and his quiet life shatters. Rescued by the legendary Guardian Shiro, Emiya is taken to Saffron to train for the trials and master a power he doesn’t fully understand.

Inside the stronghold, he finds what he’s never had: a place to call home—and a bond that could become more. But the prophecy tied to his name promises salvation or doom, and not every threat wears the Legion’s colors.

As Nempherous schemes in the shadows and Emiya’s fate turns deadly, he must choose who he is—and what he’ll risk to protect the people he now calls family.

©2025 Andrew Schultz (P)2025 Andrew Schultz Epic Fantasy
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An incredible new world to explore from the very first page. The character development is masterfully done, giving each individual depth and dimension. You truly get to know them—enough to love them, hate them, or sometimes feel both at once.
The author fully immerses the reader in a rich landscape of mystery, magic, epic battles, passion, and even moments of irresistible tension. It’s the kind of story that pulls you in and refuses to let go.
An unforgettable read that I would highly recommend to anyone. I’m already counting down the days until the next installment in the series.

Kept me wanting more.

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I really enjoyed the story and voice acting it had a rpg feel and the characters were very easy to relate to. Can’t wait to see what the next part in the series brings.

Amazing new story

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HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Awakening is a fresh face in fantasy, I was hooked from the moment I started. I loved the world building and characters. Magic takes a new form as Emiya and his newfound friends carve the path that will shape the outcome of prophecy, but not without resistance. The growth and coming into sense of self and belonging is a beautiful element of this book that I just can’t stop recommending. The world of Alta is something I truly find myself homesick for in between reads. Andrew is a great author and I cannot wait for this prophetic adventure to continue.

Loveeee.

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I'm usually a murder mystery reader so Awakening was a completely different genre and I was surprised at how much i enjoyed the story, character building and by the last chapter it left me wanting the next book right away! A very enjoyable read!

Debra

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