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Discarded Heroes: Scions #3
Achilles
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Expected 26 May 26She needs his skills to survive. He needs her secrets to uncover the truth.
For two years, Dillon Jacobs has refused to accept his father's death. He's chased every lead across multiple continents—burning bridges and risking everything to prove Max Jacobs is still alive.
Cove Galtieri is fighting her own impossible battle. Desperate to clear her father's name of corruption charges that threaten to destroy their family legacy, she's gathering evidence to prove the man who raised her isn’t the monster the world claims.
After Dillon's hunt intersects their paths in Paris, their worlds soon collide again in gunfire and chaos at the Galtieri estate in Italy. But that collision becomes a Dillon's missing father and Cove's accused father were photographed together in Yemen. The evidence Cove has been gathering contains clues Dillon desperately needs.
Two quests. One conspiracy. A partnership forged in fire.
Every ally could be an enemy. Every clue could be a trap. Racing across international borders—from Italian vineyards to Greek islands to the dangerous ports of Yemen—Dillon and Cove must navigate a deadly game where trust is a luxury they can't afford and love might be the most dangerous weapon of all.
Discarded Scions
Book 1: Atlas
Book 2: Apollo
Book 3: Achilles
For two years, Dillon Jacobs has refused to accept his father's death. He's chased every lead across multiple continents—burning bridges and risking everything to prove Max Jacobs is still alive.
Cove Galtieri is fighting her own impossible battle. Desperate to clear her father's name of corruption charges that threaten to destroy their family legacy, she's gathering evidence to prove the man who raised her isn’t the monster the world claims.
After Dillon's hunt intersects their paths in Paris, their worlds soon collide again in gunfire and chaos at the Galtieri estate in Italy. But that collision becomes a Dillon's missing father and Cove's accused father were photographed together in Yemen. The evidence Cove has been gathering contains clues Dillon desperately needs.
Two quests. One conspiracy. A partnership forged in fire.
Every ally could be an enemy. Every clue could be a trap. Racing across international borders—from Italian vineyards to Greek islands to the dangerous ports of Yemen—Dillon and Cove must navigate a deadly game where trust is a luxury they can't afford and love might be the most dangerous weapon of all.
Discarded Scions
Book 1: Atlas
Book 2: Apollo
Book 3: Achilles
280 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication May 26, 2026
3 people are currently reading
80 people want to read
About the author
Ronie Kendig
68 books1,273 followersRonie Kendig is a bestselling, award-winning author of over forty books. She grew up an Army brat, and now she and her Army-veteran husband have returned to their beloved Texas after a nearly ten-year stint on the East Coast. They survive on Sonic runs, barbecue, and peach cobbler that they share--sometimes--with Benning the Stealth Golden and AAndromeda the #mwdwashout. Ronie's degree in psychology has helped her pen novels of intense, raw characters.
Since launching onto the publishing scene, Ronie’s Rapid-Fire Fiction has hit the CBA Bestseller List, won the prestigious Christy Award, Carol Award, Realm Award, Alliance Award, back-to-back RT Reviewers' Choice Awards, the HOLT Medallion, the IRCA, and FamilyFiction’s Readers’ Choice Awards.
Ronie loves people and helping other writers through speaking, workshops, and/or mentoring. Find Ronie at www.roniekendig.com, on Facebook (www.facebook.com/rapidfirefiction) , Twitter (@roniekendig), Goodreads, and Instagram (www.instagram.com/kendigronie ).
Since launching onto the publishing scene, Ronie’s Rapid-Fire Fiction has hit the CBA Bestseller List, won the prestigious Christy Award, Carol Award, Realm Award, Alliance Award, back-to-back RT Reviewers' Choice Awards, the HOLT Medallion, the IRCA, and FamilyFiction’s Readers’ Choice Awards.
Ronie loves people and helping other writers through speaking, workshops, and/or mentoring. Find Ronie at www.roniekendig.com, on Facebook (www.facebook.com/rapidfirefiction) , Twitter (@roniekendig), Goodreads, and Instagram (www.instagram.com/kendigronie ).
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November 26, 2025
I LOVED writing the adventure into this story. It was so cool to figure out what Max & Sydney's son might be like--the intensity without all the PTSD-borne anger and rage. That raw intensity is all JACOBS, and pairing Dillon with a just-as-driven woman was so fun!! Also ... yeah, there's a scene that made me sob. . .
RE-READ during the editorial phase and loved deepening the nuances of this story.
RE-READ during the editorial phase and loved deepening the nuances of this story.
April 13, 2026
I really enjoyed this no spice Christian romantic suspense. It was not how I expected the conclusion of this trilogy to go, but it was new and different. Reading this book made me want to go and read the original series and then reread this trilogy.
As we’ve seen through the other books, Dillon is searching for his father. His father was declared dead years ago, but Dillon thinks it was a cover-up. He is on the run and has taken as many steps as possible to avoid breaking laws, but has still entered countries illegally, and the police do not take kindly to that.
Cove has been endeavoring to prove her father‘s innocence when things come to head. Dillon – Achilles – is searching for evidence against her father – the last one to see his father alive – when he saves her life. They go on the run together as they try to unravel the tangled web.
I enjoyed visiting multiple different locations in this book. It was fast-paced, and I could not put it down. I loved how this brought so many characters from this series and the previous one together, and I was definitely surprised by some of the twists and turns. I am super excited to read more from this author, and I will for sure be visiting the Discarded Heroes and their Scions again. The romance is just kisses, intimacy level 2.
TW: Death, Injuries, Loss of Parent
I received an eARC of this book from the publisher and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
As we’ve seen through the other books, Dillon is searching for his father. His father was declared dead years ago, but Dillon thinks it was a cover-up. He is on the run and has taken as many steps as possible to avoid breaking laws, but has still entered countries illegally, and the police do not take kindly to that.
Cove has been endeavoring to prove her father‘s innocence when things come to head. Dillon – Achilles – is searching for evidence against her father – the last one to see his father alive – when he saves her life. They go on the run together as they try to unravel the tangled web.
I enjoyed visiting multiple different locations in this book. It was fast-paced, and I could not put it down. I loved how this brought so many characters from this series and the previous one together, and I was definitely surprised by some of the twists and turns. I am super excited to read more from this author, and I will for sure be visiting the Discarded Heroes and their Scions again. The romance is just kisses, intimacy level 2.
TW: Death, Injuries, Loss of Parent
I received an eARC of this book from the publisher and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
The third and sadly the last of the Scion book series did not disappoint! Want fast paced excitement? Check! A hero and heroine that are both strong? Yep! International travel and high stake romance? Done!
Scion Dillon has been on a hunt to find his dad for 2 years. The dad he was told was dead. But he doesn't believe it. He has traveled, sneaking across international borders and sleeping on roof tops and he finally feels like he's getting close. But things are about to become even more complicated.
Clove will do whatever she needs to do to prove her dad is not who they say he is. That he is innocent. And now, somehow their two purposes seem to be overlapping...
This is a fast paced read that is true to a Ronie Kendig paramilitary book and I absolutely enjoyed it! The author has a way of giving such depth to her characters and that draws me in and hooks me into the story. I fully enjoyed this book and highly recommend it. I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher. All thoughts and comments are my own.
Scion Dillon has been on a hunt to find his dad for 2 years. The dad he was told was dead. But he doesn't believe it. He has traveled, sneaking across international borders and sleeping on roof tops and he finally feels like he's getting close. But things are about to become even more complicated.
Clove will do whatever she needs to do to prove her dad is not who they say he is. That he is innocent. And now, somehow their two purposes seem to be overlapping...
This is a fast paced read that is true to a Ronie Kendig paramilitary book and I absolutely enjoyed it! The author has a way of giving such depth to her characters and that draws me in and hooks me into the story. I fully enjoyed this book and highly recommend it. I was provided a copy of this book by the publisher. All thoughts and comments are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
What an ending to this series. I’m so sad it’s over but glad I got to read it. Getting to see old faces along with new faces was very exciting. Out of the Discarded Heroes books, Max and Sydney Jacob’s was my favorite one and naturally of course I loved Dillon their son. This had such a high intensity of danger. There was literal times I gasped from being totally shocked how things went. I loved Cove too, she was this beautiful Italian former runway model who captured Dillon’s heart and the readers. She was strong, determined and brave. Everything they were fighting against was powerful how they relied on each other, even when Dillon was wanting to go out and do his own thing. If you haven’t read the others in the series you should first then come back to Achilles. Also, if you haven’t read Discarded Heroes: Nightshade, Digitalis, Wolfsbane & Firethorn, you need to.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to give a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are all my own.
I received a complimentary copy of this book and was not required to give a positive review. All thoughts and opinions are all my own.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Where I missed the military feel in the action in the previous book, Achilles was forefront and center with that action and banter.
As the reader, I felt the turmoil within Achilles with his search for his father, but also feeling alone and tired during this journey. His desire for the truth kept him going even when he had all reason to give up.
Cove was strong - emotionally and headstrong in her drive to prove her father innocent. She provided Achilles with some breathing time at the moments where his journey would have consumed him.
Achilles learned that not everything is just as you assume and sometimes you need to take the time to consider the situation of other parties involved.
I loved every action and banter scene and felt that the author did a great job of penning all the emotions and fears of the characters throughout this story.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.*
As the reader, I felt the turmoil within Achilles with his search for his father, but also feeling alone and tired during this journey. His desire for the truth kept him going even when he had all reason to give up.
Cove was strong - emotionally and headstrong in her drive to prove her father innocent. She provided Achilles with some breathing time at the moments where his journey would have consumed him.
Achilles learned that not everything is just as you assume and sometimes you need to take the time to consider the situation of other parties involved.
I loved every action and banter scene and felt that the author did a great job of penning all the emotions and fears of the characters throughout this story.
*I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.*
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Ronie Kendig's Achilles is devious, brilliantly written, and fantastic-ly plotted! I couldn't put it down.
It's the perfect mix of fast-paced action and tactical planning. Achilles has been searching for his father for years but has made little progress. Cove has been trying to prove her father innocent but hasn't yet found enough proof to pin the crimes on those she believes responsible. By working together, they stay alive - but even that isn't enough to find the answers they want. The twists and turns that Kendig throws at this pair make for a sizzling story!
I love when an author keeps me guessing, and Achilles has suspense in spades. Kendig is a master of military romantic suspense, so if hunky heroes on international missions are your jam, don't miss Achilles.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
It's the perfect mix of fast-paced action and tactical planning. Achilles has been searching for his father for years but has made little progress. Cove has been trying to prove her father innocent but hasn't yet found enough proof to pin the crimes on those she believes responsible. By working together, they stay alive - but even that isn't enough to find the answers they want. The twists and turns that Kendig throws at this pair make for a sizzling story!
I love when an author keeps me guessing, and Achilles has suspense in spades. Kendig is a master of military romantic suspense, so if hunky heroes on international missions are your jam, don't miss Achilles.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Such a fantastic read. Achilles follows Dillion and Cove as they first met in Paris before their paths cross in Italy. They are both driven as they partner together to find their fathers for different reasons. Achilles is a fast-paced, end-of-your-seat romantic suspense with action, danger, and twists and turns. I enjoyed watching Dillion's search for his father unfold throughout this series.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
A fantastic ending to the Discarded Heroes: Scions series! This was hands down my favorite adventure of the series!
*note- would highly recommend reading this series in order
I received an ARC from the publisher and all opinions are my own.
*note- would highly recommend reading this series in order
I received an ARC from the publisher and all opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Hold on tight when you read this tale of espionage, kidnapping and relationships. Fast paced, bullets flying and secret operatives all add to this story. This book was provided by Sunrise Publishing for me to read. The opinions expressed here are my own thoughts.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Phew! What a ride! You will be cheering for Dillian and Cove from the beginning. Also, a perfect ending.
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