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The Awakening #3
The Conflagration
Six months after giving birth to a mysterious child whispered to be the Antichrist, Tara Spencer fights for her life as she searches for her kidnapped baby girl. In this fast-paced third book in the supernatural Awakening series, a shocking prophecy emerges about Tara's own growing power and her place in the battle between good and evil. Denounced by some as a fraud and feared by others, Tara desperately aligns herself with foes who attempted to murder her only days ago. But can she come to terms with what she's learned about herself and control her power in time to save her daughter?
The Conflagration is Book 3 of 4 in the popular Awakening series. Thrillers The Awakening (Book 1) and The Unbelievers (Book 2) are available in ebook, audiobook, and paperback editions. Both have appeared frequently in the Kindle Top 100 horror, metaphysical, and occult bestseller lists.
The Conflagration is Book 3 of 4 in the popular Awakening series. Thrillers The Awakening (Book 1) and The Unbelievers (Book 2) are available in ebook, audiobook, and paperback editions. Both have appeared frequently in the Kindle Top 100 horror, metaphysical, and occult bestseller lists.
296 pages, Paperback
First published May 17, 2016
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About the author
Lisa M. Lilly
42 books154 followersIn addition to the Q.C. Davis Mysteries, a traditional detective series that includes The Worried Man, The Charming Man, The Fractured Man, The Troubled Man, The Hidden Man, and the novella No Good Plays, Lisa M. Lilly also is the author of the four-book Awakening supernatural thriller series.
Like her character Quille C. Davis, Lilly lives and works in Chicago, Illinois. Under L.M. Lilly, she is the founder of WritingAsASecondCareer.com. She also hosts the podcast Buffy and the Art of Story.
Lilly also writes horror, including When Darkness Falls, a gothic horror novel set in Chicago’s South Loop, and the short-story collection The Tower Formerly Known as Sears and Two Other Tales of Urban Horror, the title story of which was made into the short film Willis Tower. Her stories and poems have appeared in numerous publications.
Her non-fiction books, written as L.M. Lilly, include Super Super Simple Story Structure: A Quick Guide to Plotting and Writing Your Novel; The One-Year Novelist: A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing Your Novel in One Year; and Creating Compelling Characters From the Inside Out.
A resident of Chicago, Lilly is an attorney and a member of the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists. She joined AAIM after an intoxicated driver caused the deaths of her parents in 2007. Her book of essays, Standing in Traffic, is available on AAIM’s website.
For information on new releases and to get free bonus fiction, including a Q.C. Davis Mystery novella, join her email list at LisaLilly.com/QuilleStories.
Like her character Quille C. Davis, Lilly lives and works in Chicago, Illinois. Under L.M. Lilly, she is the founder of WritingAsASecondCareer.com. She also hosts the podcast Buffy and the Art of Story.
Lilly also writes horror, including When Darkness Falls, a gothic horror novel set in Chicago’s South Loop, and the short-story collection The Tower Formerly Known as Sears and Two Other Tales of Urban Horror, the title story of which was made into the short film Willis Tower. Her stories and poems have appeared in numerous publications.
Her non-fiction books, written as L.M. Lilly, include Super Super Simple Story Structure: A Quick Guide to Plotting and Writing Your Novel; The One-Year Novelist: A Step-by-Step Guide to Writing Your Novel in One Year; and Creating Compelling Characters From the Inside Out.
A resident of Chicago, Lilly is an attorney and a member of the Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists. She joined AAIM after an intoxicated driver caused the deaths of her parents in 2007. Her book of essays, Standing in Traffic, is available on AAIM’s website.
For information on new releases and to get free bonus fiction, including a Q.C. Davis Mystery novella, join her email list at LisaLilly.com/QuilleStories.
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September 12, 2017
A fascinating and intriguing series! Don't miss it!
This is considered a paranormal tale, but it only partially reads that way. As I've read this series, I've often wondered what I would do if someone I loved were Tara. Perhaps not exact situation, but put in a position of great and ongoing disbelief and persecution.
Our leading lady here seems to be very strong, despite all of the nightmares she has been subjected to. Every word of this book, while based in the world of paranormal, still seems to read like a detailed account of a person's true experiences of pain, of loss, faced with non belief by others, running for life, and then having to protect a baby who the world wants to either perform miracles or be eliminated!
A series and book that should not be missed! Well written, fascinating premise and carried off in such a believable way, it makes the story seem like it's unfolding right before my eyes in the national news! Even if you don't typically read this genre, you will enjoy it and the amazing characters woven through the story (but start with the book 1 first)!
This is considered a paranormal tale, but it only partially reads that way. As I've read this series, I've often wondered what I would do if someone I loved were Tara. Perhaps not exact situation, but put in a position of great and ongoing disbelief and persecution.
Our leading lady here seems to be very strong, despite all of the nightmares she has been subjected to. Every word of this book, while based in the world of paranormal, still seems to read like a detailed account of a person's true experiences of pain, of loss, faced with non belief by others, running for life, and then having to protect a baby who the world wants to either perform miracles or be eliminated!
A series and book that should not be missed! Well written, fascinating premise and carried off in such a believable way, it makes the story seem like it's unfolding right before my eyes in the national news! Even if you don't typically read this genre, you will enjoy it and the amazing characters woven through the story (but start with the book 1 first)!
August 4, 2016
Love this series.
One of the best series of books I have read so far. I will be patiently waiting for the final book.
One of the best series of books I have read so far. I will be patiently waiting for the final book.
April 29, 2023
Tara struggles to understand the meaning of an ancient letter that says she will destroy the world. So, she sets off to learn the truth behind the letter. They described a conflagration as an extensive and destructive fire. And in this third volume, Tara Spenser finds herself and her baby setting fire to what is perceived to be the truth of Christian religious teachings.
Just when you think a series can’t get any better, it does. The suspense continues at a fever pitch. The author excels at keeping the mysteries and the clues unfolding, so the reader stays glued to the story.
By now, these characters have grown on me. Tara proves to be a strong woman who will protect her child at all costs. This book went into greater detail with Tara’s ability to perform miracles. I found the descriptions totally believable. In fact, I had to keep telling myself that I was reading fiction…
Of course, I bought the next book in the series!
Just when you think a series can’t get any better, it does. The suspense continues at a fever pitch. The author excels at keeping the mysteries and the clues unfolding, so the reader stays glued to the story.
By now, these characters have grown on me. Tara proves to be a strong woman who will protect her child at all costs. This book went into greater detail with Tara’s ability to perform miracles. I found the descriptions totally believable. In fact, I had to keep telling myself that I was reading fiction…
Of course, I bought the next book in the series!
May 11, 2017
Audible: Shiromi Arserio is a fine narrator for this book.Tara once again is looking for her kidnapped daughter, who is purported to be a healer.An ancient letter is brought to light.Friends may be enemies and vice verse.I found this better than book 2.I was provided this book free by the author,narrator or publisher.
October 6, 2017
The best so far...and the ending?? Cliffhanger! Can't wait for the fourth and final
August 15, 2018
OK, I'm hooked!
The series just got exponentially better!! This was an amazing story with a crazy cliffhanger ending. Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
The series just got exponentially better!! This was an amazing story with a crazy cliffhanger ending. Looking forward to reading the next book in the series.
March 20, 2017
Oh how I love this series. Now I have to wait till May for the next, but it's the last - ugh.
August 30, 2016
I try not to put too much expectation on YA novels but rather just sit back and enjoy them but this series FLEW! I thoroughly enjoyed the action, the relationships and the twists and turns. Looking forward to the 4th!
January 26, 2017
No cliches in this plot!
Lisa Lilly keeps the reader engaged and guessing from page one to the end. I can't wait to read Book 4!
Lisa Lilly keeps the reader engaged and guessing from page one to the end. I can't wait to read Book 4!
March 30, 2017
Loved it - highly recommended.
Sonya Flynn
Really enjoyed the first three books and look forward to the next book. It appears to be unavailable to Aussies to puchase at the present time. Please provide option to purchase the next book and beyond. Great read.
Sonya Flynn
Really enjoyed the first three books and look forward to the next book. It appears to be unavailable to Aussies to puchase at the present time. Please provide option to purchase the next book and beyond. Great read.
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June 18, 2018Wow. Just wow. Did not expect the slight twist at the end. Can't wait to read the final book and see if my questions get answered and find how Tara is doing.
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