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Songs of Ash and Dawn: Book One
Songs of Ash and Dawn is the first book in an all-new epic fantasy saga, where dark magic, ancient gods, and mythic creatures collide.
Some truths change everything. Some destroy it.
After her grandmother's sudden death, Aidan Klein inherits a powerful magical artifact-one she barely understands, let alone knows how to control. All she wants is time to grieve. But witches are vanishing, and something ancient is hunting in the dark.
Cora Scholtz believes she knows who she is. But when secrets about her true heritage begin to surface, the life she's built starts to unravel. Someone has been pulling the strings all along-and she's about to break free.
As monsters emerge from myth into reality, alliances shatter and trust fractures. Aidan and Cora must face dangerous magic, hidden powers, and the weight of destinies they never asked for.
With its blend of dark fantasy, urban fantasy intrigue, and mythology-inspired worldbuilding, Songs of Ash and Dawn launches an unforgettable saga of friendship, betrayal, and survival. Perfect for readers who love strong female leads, supernatural adventure, and found family fantasy.
Gabrielle Wanek is a fantasy writer with a love for sharp-edged stories, complex characters, and mythologies that create new worlds.
Some truths change everything. Some destroy it.
After her grandmother's sudden death, Aidan Klein inherits a powerful magical artifact-one she barely understands, let alone knows how to control. All she wants is time to grieve. But witches are vanishing, and something ancient is hunting in the dark.
Cora Scholtz believes she knows who she is. But when secrets about her true heritage begin to surface, the life she's built starts to unravel. Someone has been pulling the strings all along-and she's about to break free.
As monsters emerge from myth into reality, alliances shatter and trust fractures. Aidan and Cora must face dangerous magic, hidden powers, and the weight of destinies they never asked for.
With its blend of dark fantasy, urban fantasy intrigue, and mythology-inspired worldbuilding, Songs of Ash and Dawn launches an unforgettable saga of friendship, betrayal, and survival. Perfect for readers who love strong female leads, supernatural adventure, and found family fantasy.
Gabrielle Wanek is a fantasy writer with a love for sharp-edged stories, complex characters, and mythologies that create new worlds.
418 pages, Paperback
Published December 2, 2025
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January 10, 2026
I really enjoyed this book. The story is a fantasy that draws you in quickly and delivers. The plot twists keep you guessing and the magic serves the story rather than overpowering it. The female characters are a standout to me - strong, engaging, and easy to care about. I happily recommend it and look forward to her next book.
April 30, 2026
Truly enjoyed this story and the female main characters. The world building is interesting yet easy to understand and follow. The magic system is unique and I look forward to learning more about it in book two and continuing the journey of Aidan and Cora.
I do want to provide a spoiler trigger warning that there is mention of pet death briefly in the beginning of the book.
I do want to provide a spoiler trigger warning that there is mention of pet death briefly in the beginning of the book.
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