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I was a protector, not a saint.

I had obliterated myself in the most irreversible way. It made perfect sense at the time.
Irreversible? What was I doing back on Terra? Reality is a funny thing in a universe ruled by dark energy, minds unburdened by souls, and hearts gone missing.

The inquisitor called it the Phantom protocol and said it would restore all that was lost. If only it were that simple. A message arrived from the Warmaster—one word to ignite a war—and I’d become a phantom fighting an unknown foe.

In the dark, distant future, a battle psyker returns from beyond the Veil, upsetting the balance of power on the Emperor's home planet of Terra. Old friends and powerful factions face-off in a deadly game to control an inconceivable threat.

Who will come out on top? Click Buy to find out!

Part adventure, part mystery, this dystopian science fantasy novel is appropriate for Adult and Young Adult readers

383 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 7, 2023

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Rory Surtain

22 books33 followers
Rory Surtain stepped into the world of independent publishing in 2020 and hasn't been able to find his way out since. When he tires of writing, he edits, and when he tires of that, he publishes. Writing is an art and a long learned skill where each book is better than the last.

Surtain resides in Texas, enjoying the gulf coast clouds, the people, and the diversity of spirits and great cuisine.

As with any indie author, your kind participation and candid reviews are always appreciated.

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Author 7 books9 followers
August 9, 2023
Well, that just shows how much I know!

I thought the princess would turn out to be Keegan. But we now have new girls in the wings. Great book! Can’t wait for more!
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August 9, 2023
This book is so good!!! It is full of surprises. My favorite of this series so far.
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September 1, 2024
Fantastic

This a fantastic series. I love the characters and the plot moves quickly. Tons of action and a new view of the 40k universe.
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June 19, 2025
Another great book in this series.
Great writing, great characters and lots of cool tech and action
More books to come.
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