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When Worlds Collide
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Expected 24 Nov 26Renata Morales lived in a world ruled by science until she saw something she was not supposed to.
Imprisoned within the Compound for what she saw, Renata learns of Earth's fall only through scraps of gossip from the world beyond its walls. As forces humanity never knew existed reshape the world outside, hers shrinks to the Compound.
And then she became a traitor.
Romanu doesn't want Renata. She is fragile, powerless, everything he has been taught to regard as weak. But more powerful forces have other plans, and soon he is saddled with the one person he never would have chosen to represent his House.
Renata was never supposed to belong in Romanu's world. She was certainly not supposed to matter. All she wants is her freedom. But power could cost her the one thing she still hopes to call her own.
Herself.
But as she is drawn deeper into the rivalries of this strange new world and toward a deadly trial that could bind her to a power no human should possess, Renata begins to discover that the line between science and magic may be thinner than either world understands.
And Romanu, the ruler who never wanted her there, may be the one person she has no choice but to trust.
Because some worlds were never meant to touch.
Until they do.
Imprisoned within the Compound for what she saw, Renata learns of Earth's fall only through scraps of gossip from the world beyond its walls. As forces humanity never knew existed reshape the world outside, hers shrinks to the Compound.
And then she became a traitor.
Romanu doesn't want Renata. She is fragile, powerless, everything he has been taught to regard as weak. But more powerful forces have other plans, and soon he is saddled with the one person he never would have chosen to represent his House.
Renata was never supposed to belong in Romanu's world. She was certainly not supposed to matter. All she wants is her freedom. But power could cost her the one thing she still hopes to call her own.
Herself.
But as she is drawn deeper into the rivalries of this strange new world and toward a deadly trial that could bind her to a power no human should possess, Renata begins to discover that the line between science and magic may be thinner than either world understands.
And Romanu, the ruler who never wanted her there, may be the one person she has no choice but to trust.
Because some worlds were never meant to touch.
Until they do.
464 pages, Kindle Edition
Expected publication November 24, 2026
About the author
Amanda Castro
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I grew up on a working cattle ranch in a tiny town with more cows than people. Most days, if I wasn’t working, I was somewhere outside exploring with a book nearby.
Books were my escape then, and they still are now. Fantasy was always my favorite.
I always wanted to write a book of my own, but spent years telling myself I couldn’t. Eventually, I decided that was a pretty terrible reason not to try.
So I did.
These days, I live with my husband and our five children and have built a miniature version of the place where I grew up, with chickens, rabbits, gardens, and considerably less cattle.
I also became a firefighter after my husband signed me up without telling me. Fortunately for him, I loved it. He has since been forgiven.
I still love getting lost outside and disappearing into books whenever I get the chance.
I grew up on a working cattle ranch in a tiny town with more cows than people. Most days, if I wasn’t working, I was somewhere outside exploring with a book nearby.
Books were my escape then, and they still are now. Fantasy was always my favorite.
I always wanted to write a book of my own, but spent years telling myself I couldn’t. Eventually, I decided that was a pretty terrible reason not to try.
So I did.
These days, I live with my husband and our five children and have built a miniature version of the place where I grew up, with chickens, rabbits, gardens, and considerably less cattle.
I also became a firefighter after my husband signed me up without telling me. Fortunately for him, I loved it. He has since been forgiven.
I still love getting lost outside and disappearing into books whenever I get the chance.
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Review of advance copy received from Author
The guy to blame for yes, signing her up for fire academy. I knew she would knock it out of the park.
This book is exceptional. And not saying that because this beautiful lady is my wife, the book truly has characters that are so incredible they feel real. This truly is a journey that I’ve gotten to see Amanda walk through and thrive every time, even in the midst of incredible pain. The characters to some degree are close to the giants in her life that have not stood a chance. But it’s not about Amanda. It’s about lifting up every woman out there, that against all odds - have succeeded, will succeed and thrive because of who they are: humble, strong, persistent, putting others above self.
Get a copy. You won’t see the women around you in the same light. Talking to the real men out there. To those men that are not afraid to see their woman succeed and reach new heights.
You’re gonna love this book!
https://www.amazon.com/When-Worlds-Co...
This book is exceptional. And not saying that because this beautiful lady is my wife, the book truly has characters that are so incredible they feel real. This truly is a journey that I’ve gotten to see Amanda walk through and thrive every time, even in the midst of incredible pain. The characters to some degree are close to the giants in her life that have not stood a chance. But it’s not about Amanda. It’s about lifting up every woman out there, that against all odds - have succeeded, will succeed and thrive because of who they are: humble, strong, persistent, putting others above self.
Get a copy. You won’t see the women around you in the same light. Talking to the real men out there. To those men that are not afraid to see their woman succeed and reach new heights.
You’re gonna love this book!
https://www.amazon.com/When-Worlds-Co...
Review of advance copy
What a great book. Characters built well. Just enough happening to be enjoyable but bot to much that you cant keep up. Will definitely read the next book. Thank you to the author and voracious readers for sending a advanced copy.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I very much enjoyed this fantasy adventure filled with power struggles and mythological creatures. I love the strength and morality of the main characters and I especially loved the playfulness and humor of Vivian. Highly recommend.
Review of advance copy received from Author
This book far exceeded my expectations. The first couple of chapters were a little difficult to get into since I wasn't quite sure what was happening, but by Chapter 3 I was completely hooked.
The story is set on an Earth that has been conquered by an alien race and follows Renata, a human who has been enslaved first her own government and then the alien oppressors. More than anything, she longs for freedom. When she's forced to compete in a deadly competition against other enslaved humans, events nothing goes as expected.
The plot was exciting, adventurous, and full of surprises. I also loved the slow-build romantic tension. The build up between the characters was built so well.
This was a captivating read that kept me turning the pages. I highly recommend it!
The story is set on an Earth that has been conquered by an alien race and follows Renata, a human who has been enslaved first her own government and then the alien oppressors. More than anything, she longs for freedom. When she's forced to compete in a deadly competition against other enslaved humans, events nothing goes as expected.
The plot was exciting, adventurous, and full of surprises. I also loved the slow-build romantic tension. The build up between the characters was built so well.
This was a captivating read that kept me turning the pages. I highly recommend it!
Review of advance copy received from Author
Absorbed me from start to finish! The writing is gorgeous, the characters engaging, the plot and worldbuilding gripping. There's some familiar ground for the genre, but Castro makes it hers by exploring themes of prejudice, identity, and true strength, with an unusual depth for a page-turner plot. I was rooting for Renata from the beginning because of her incredible inner strength in the face of adversity, but when she came into her magical power (which I won't spoil), some passages were so moving they brought me to tears. I'm hooked for the rest of the series! Highly recommend this book to lovers of romantasy with complex characters and sophisticated themes!
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