The Alison Brownstone Saga

Oriceran Omnibus collection

by Judith Berens, Martha Carr, Michael Anderle

Alison Brownstone is half-human, half-Drow... and all trouble.

If you like action, adventure, magic, and an academy-to-adult storyline, you won’t want to miss this bestselling 23-book urban fantasy boxed set. You get 2 complete series that will leave you wanting more!

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School of Necessary Magic – Alison Brownstone

For Teachers for Magical School in Virginia Countryside.

Must be able to handle teenagers with special abilities. Cannot be afraid to discipline werewolves, wizards, elves and other assorted hormonal teens.

Apply at the School of Necessary Magic. Ask for Mara Berens and bring whatever magical equipment you normally use.

If you can’t figure out how to get past the wards at the gate, you won’t make it here. Try not to get killed coming up the drive and have a nice day.

Get in on the origin story of Alison Brownstone and learn the mystery behind Izzy’s past. Join us for the adventures in the School of Necessary Magic.

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Alison Brownstone

Determined to forge her own path, Alison leaves her father's legendary shadow behind to become a security contractor in Seattle. But with great power comes great responsibility - and even greater danger.

When a ruthless billionaire CEO becomes the target of professional killers, Alison must use all her skills - both magical and mundane - to keep him alive. Facing off against elite assassins, dark wizards, and her own demons, she'll need every trick in the Brownstone family playbook to survive.

As the bodies pile up and the stakes rise, Alison discovers that building a new life means confronting old enemies. Can she step out of her father's shadow and into her own light? Or will Seattle's criminal underworld snuff it out for good?

Magic meets modern warfare in this action-packed urban fantasy. Will Alison live up to the Brownstone name? Or die trying?

Continue Alison’s story with this 15-book series as she launches her business and takes on new enemies!

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5112 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 19, 2025

About the author

Judith Berens is a figment of your imagination, made up of the fevered brainpower of Michael Anderle and Martha Carr, fueled by a lot of people helping them out - as well as all of you, The Fans. Great stories mixed with a lot of great readers equals more adventures to follow.

Reviews

[Cheryl-Lynn Steernberg]

I I couldn’t stop reading till I finished it right through Christmas who to think it I really love Michael Adderley and Martha Carr and Joubert are all excellent at authors as well

This is quite the experience following out Allison brownstone from when she lost her mom and started at the magical school and write up to when she was married and becoming the queen of The Drow. It’s been quite a journey and I enjoyed every minute of it thank you Michael Martha and Judith another great success

[Blake]

(FYI I tend to only review one book per series, unless I want to change my scoring by 0.50 or more of a star. -- I tend not to read reviews until after I read a book, so I go in with an open mind.)

3.75*





First time read the author's work?: No

Will you be reading more?: Yes

Would you recommend?: Yes


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How I rate Stars: 5* = I loved (must read all I can find by the author)
4* = I really enjoyed (got to read all the series and try other books by the author).
3* = I enjoyed (I will continue to read the series)
or
3* = Good book just not my thing (I realised I don't like the genre or picked up a kids book to review in error.)

All of the above scores means I would recommend them!
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2* = it was okay (I might give the next book in the series a try, to see if that was better IMHO.)
1* = Disliked

Note: adding these basic 'reviews' after finding out that some people see the stars differently than I do - hoping this clarifies how I feel about the book. :-)

[Robert Piersol]

A well written saga! Totally oved it

This might be a long series, although I was brought in and totally engrossed in the story from the beginning. I loved every moment from start to finish. The characters are wonderful and the storyline totally Rocks! Alison is such a true caring, loving, surprising and ethical woman who has principles and a heart. You'll love all the escapades she goes on or dragged into. Enjoy this rollercoaster of a story!
I had an extremely hard time putting the book down. Not sure how men would would like this fantasy read, but I highly recommend.

[Carla]

The Alison Brownstone Saga is Spectacular!

Superbly written, every chapter of each book moves you through one highly packed adventure after another. Whether you seek new worlds to escape to, new fantastical creatures to encounter, or just like unabashed and thrilling adventures of humans, warriors, and magic users this one is sure to please! I wouldn't be surprised if a movie or tv series arises from this saga. Other engrossing books by these authors await. I'll be happily journey bound for months or years to come!

[Richard Leonard]

wonderful series

I thoroughly enjoyed the books and now look forward to beginning the whole Oriceran series reading order, I understand there are over 200 books. That will probably keep me occupied until labor day…

[John W. Orr]

The Alison Brownstone Saga

Enjoyed reading about her magical journey from a young age through adulthood! Was easy to read and follow!
Not too many characters to get confused, either.

[Robert Bean]

great escape

This series of books creates a whole world of fantasy and adventure. The characters have depth and captivating. The plot is action packed and builds on itself. I have enjoyed the great escape.

[Mrs J]

Never ending story

I enjoyed the different era's in main character, Alisons, life. Being half alien and half human on earth. Battled with aliens who hated humans and view versa.
Shall miss the characters.
A very long series.

[Bill Payne]

I wish it had been better written and edited and that the author used a dictionary. Snickered and Smirked don't mean what she apparently thinks they mean. They're derogatory and make the characters less likable

[Eric Heitzmann]

great series

From beginning to end the 5000+ pages I read about this was great And it was hard to put down. I ended up reading it at work and staying up late instead of going to sleep.

[K. Lynn Mogle]

Out of this galaxy!

The School of Nessesary Magic series and the Alican Brownstone series are epic must-reads! I can't wait to start reading the other series involving the heroes of these two tales!

[Sylvia Sloan]

barbecue and bad guys

I enjoyed the books the exception there were too many of them. I almost gave up reading them, but I did finish the whole series. The characters are vibrant. It’s very hard to choose your favorite. I like the lesson that sometimes enemies can become friends.

[Sherry Kostusiak]

the Allison brownstone saga

This series is great there was so much going on I loved how the author took us through Allison’s life all the way to being married. I love how much detail went into these books

[Cheri]

AMAZING SERIES!

I loved every page of this series the characters were great and the story line has kept me reading for sometime without wanting to read anything else. Definitely worth the read.

[Alta Schwenk]

Brilr

Captivating from start to finish. Strong story line and brilliant characters. Twists and turns keeps the story flowing. Great series

[charlotte carr]

Amazing authors amazing book I can read this over and over again without getting sick of it

[Roberta Gallop]

good series

But way too too violent as I got further into the series. Ok. But I won’t recommend it or read it again.

[Patricia]

A very good read a real page turner

I found these books to be very entertaining . One thinks oh I'll only read for a wee bit .A few hours later , oh ,oh where did the time go .

[Sian Oakes]

Not a bad series, but nothing really happens...

[Barbara Smith]

Loved it!

Very interesting throughout the whole series. Loved the continuation of the characters from the last series. Can't wait to read the next series to see what happens!

[RCDinsmore]

Fun read

A fun action packed series with strong female characters.

And now it says I need eleven more words to post.

[robert rogers]

good read.

This was a pretty good series. the only problem that i have with it is that the editing could use a little more attention to detail.

[J C]

Loved the characters and the straightforward writing. The length was the reason for the 4 rating. I thought I would never finish the saga.