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Brightest Stars: A Constellation Series
When five strangers become trapped in Mont-Saint-Michel, they discover a haunting they are the fallen Archangels tasked with defending a magical world, aided only by old journals and weapons.
A practical pastry shop owner. A polished semi-model. A reckless troublemaker. A quiet intellectual. A fiery outcast.
Gabrielle, Rafael, Uri, Mike, and Luci are more than strangers-they're the modern-day incarnations of Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Michael, and Lucifer. The world needs them... but to become the world's saviors, they'll need to trust each other first.
Inside the abbey's shadowed halls, secrets lurk. The rules of the world as they knew it begin to unravel startlingly quickly. And trust? It's a luxury they can't afford.
In this captivating journey, the group must learn to rely on one another, forging bonds that will either empower each other or lead to their downfall. As they delve deeper into the magical world, they encounter powerful figures who challenge their resolve and test their newfound skills. The pressure mounts with every painful lesson; not only are their lives on the line, but the very fate of humanity as well. Defending themselves means defending the world-and failure isn't an option.
As alliances strain and loyalties are tested, they'll have to fight not only the enemies hunting them, but also their own doubts, pasts, and the fear that they were never meant to rise in the first place. Hearts pound with the promise of power, attraction, and responsibility, beckoning the Can these unlikely heroes rise to the occasion and protect what they hold dear... or will the burdens of their pasts and the weight of their responsibilities prove too much?
Fans of found family, reluctant heroes, and modern fantasy with ancient roots will devour this fast-paced, twist-laced debut.
A practical pastry shop owner. A polished semi-model. A reckless troublemaker. A quiet intellectual. A fiery outcast.
Gabrielle, Rafael, Uri, Mike, and Luci are more than strangers-they're the modern-day incarnations of Gabriel, Raphael, Uriel, Michael, and Lucifer. The world needs them... but to become the world's saviors, they'll need to trust each other first.
Inside the abbey's shadowed halls, secrets lurk. The rules of the world as they knew it begin to unravel startlingly quickly. And trust? It's a luxury they can't afford.
In this captivating journey, the group must learn to rely on one another, forging bonds that will either empower each other or lead to their downfall. As they delve deeper into the magical world, they encounter powerful figures who challenge their resolve and test their newfound skills. The pressure mounts with every painful lesson; not only are their lives on the line, but the very fate of humanity as well. Defending themselves means defending the world-and failure isn't an option.
As alliances strain and loyalties are tested, they'll have to fight not only the enemies hunting them, but also their own doubts, pasts, and the fear that they were never meant to rise in the first place. Hearts pound with the promise of power, attraction, and responsibility, beckoning the Can these unlikely heroes rise to the occasion and protect what they hold dear... or will the burdens of their pasts and the weight of their responsibilities prove too much?
Fans of found family, reluctant heroes, and modern fantasy with ancient roots will devour this fast-paced, twist-laced debut.
522 pages, Hardcover
Published November 25, 2025
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December 3, 2025
Brightest Star is an amazing novel that has emotional depth. Kristina Woodward follows the characters on a deeply personal journey through loss, growth, and rediscovery. The characters feel real and relatable. Kristina’s storytelling offers a comforting sense of hope. Kristina has a gift for writing characters who feel real. They are flawed, hopeful, and easy to root for. It’s a heartfelt memorable read perfect for anyone who loves intimate character driven stories.
December 22, 2025
Brightest Stars is a fast-paced, fantastic dive into a world where angels and demons lurk just beyond our perception. We follow our five main characters along a journey of self-discovery, contrasting the damage of their pasts with the possibility of the future. Lovers of fantasy and found-family tropes will fly through this whirlwind debut novel, where magic reigns and nothing is quite as it seems. Woodward has the profound ability to write characters that instantly connect with her readers - they are deeply loveable, inherently flawed, and dazzlingly fun. Despite the gravity of their duties, Woodward masterfully maintains their youthful perspectives and individual personalities. Fans of series that blend the natural world with magical realism like Percy Jackson or Harry Potter will love this addictive debut, which leaves the reader wondering what comes next.
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