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Ascension Quest: Magical Realism Fantasy
For eons, the truth about Earth’s creation has remained hidden.
Until now...
Two dimensions. Two lives. Only one path.
Fate alters everything.
Amanda maintains one foot in each world. On earth, the hypnotist extends Amanda’s sessions causing her story to evolve faster. Will the hypnotist be able to unlock the mysteries of Amanda’s mind before time runs out?
Staying in Tuala could risk Juila’s life to Petre’s diabolical world. Going home to earth means never finding Jena.
Amanda is faced with a mother's worst nightmare: choosing which daughter to save.
If you like KF Breene, Jaymin Eve, Shannon Mayer, Kelley Armstrong, Ilona Andrews, Patricia Briggs, Faith Hunter, Kim Harrison, or Shayne Silvers, you won’t want to miss Proebstel’s books!
The Levels of Ascension Series should only be read by people who can root for an underdog, love fast-paced action, and like a style of magic that even a Muggle would love.
Recent reader’s reviews…
“…amazing imagination and world-building. It's truly impressive.”
“…a compelling story with extremely well-developed characters and fascinating settings. Highly recommended series!”
Get it now.
Until now...
Two dimensions. Two lives. Only one path.
Fate alters everything.
Amanda maintains one foot in each world. On earth, the hypnotist extends Amanda’s sessions causing her story to evolve faster. Will the hypnotist be able to unlock the mysteries of Amanda’s mind before time runs out?
Staying in Tuala could risk Juila’s life to Petre’s diabolical world. Going home to earth means never finding Jena.
Amanda is faced with a mother's worst nightmare: choosing which daughter to save.
If you like KF Breene, Jaymin Eve, Shannon Mayer, Kelley Armstrong, Ilona Andrews, Patricia Briggs, Faith Hunter, Kim Harrison, or Shayne Silvers, you won’t want to miss Proebstel’s books!
The Levels of Ascension Series should only be read by people who can root for an underdog, love fast-paced action, and like a style of magic that even a Muggle would love.
Recent reader’s reviews…
“…amazing imagination and world-building. It's truly impressive.”
“…a compelling story with extremely well-developed characters and fascinating settings. Highly recommended series!”
Get it now.
314 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 1, 2018
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About the author
Amy Proebstel
55 books125 followersUSA Today bestselling author, Amy Proebstel, writes epic dragon fantasy, magical realism fantasy, sweet paranormal romance, clean contemporary romance, and sweet young adult medical romance.
When she's not busy writing about young heroines and dragons saving the world, she spends her time binge-watching YouTube adventures, taking her husband and daughter flying, playing with her Pomeranian and Pomskies, or reading. If you like her books, she recommends you also check out Anne McCaffrey and Ava Richardson. They're the reason she started writing.
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Feel free to email Amy at Amy@LevelsofAscension.com.
You can learn more about her books at www.AmyProebstel.com
When she's not busy writing about young heroines and dragons saving the world, she spends her time binge-watching YouTube adventures, taking her husband and daughter flying, playing with her Pomeranian and Pomskies, or reading. If you like her books, she recommends you also check out Anne McCaffrey and Ava Richardson. They're the reason she started writing.
Subscribe to Amy’s newsletter for a free book to get started on the journey today!
Feel free to email Amy at Amy@LevelsofAscension.com.
You can learn more about her books at www.AmyProebstel.com
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June 12, 2018
Proebstel’s readers will appreciate the passion she holds for her interplanetary traveling characters as she draws them together to overcome significant personal challenges and put their lives—as well as their families—back together.
Having been introduced to the third book in the “Ascension Quest” series as a novice reader, I found it easy to relate to the “Ascension Quest Book Three” story despite having had no exposure at all to the prior two chapters. The author does an adequate job familiarizing readers with her overall plotline, and her characters are imbued with back-stories that have texture and substance. There are a few areas in the novel where the dialogue may be a bit stilted, sounding more like a lecture rather than a simple conversation between characters when read aloud, but the overall writing is rich in detail and effectively holds the reader’s interest.
Although this story is themed as Sci-fi, containing various hallmarks of the genre from teleportation between planets Tuala and Earth to alien technology and futuristic cultures, the tale itself focuses more on the resolution of a kidnapping and the mother’s pain at having had her child stripped away at a very early age. Proebstel effectively presents the story from both sides, showing the consequences of this criminal act on those who perpetrated the crime and those who have suffered so greatly from this horrible act.
The reunion of Amanda’s twin toddlers is the main goal of this chapter of the “Ascension Quest” series, and if one were to extract the elements of Sci-fi and Fantasy from this story, it might still be found equally enjoyable by Crime/Mystery fans. In either case, this novel is a fascinating read, injecting elements of Sci-fi into a classic kidnapping case that will peak one’s curiosity as certainly as it tugs at the heartstrings.
Having been introduced to the third book in the “Ascension Quest” series as a novice reader, I found it easy to relate to the “Ascension Quest Book Three” story despite having had no exposure at all to the prior two chapters. The author does an adequate job familiarizing readers with her overall plotline, and her characters are imbued with back-stories that have texture and substance. There are a few areas in the novel where the dialogue may be a bit stilted, sounding more like a lecture rather than a simple conversation between characters when read aloud, but the overall writing is rich in detail and effectively holds the reader’s interest.
Although this story is themed as Sci-fi, containing various hallmarks of the genre from teleportation between planets Tuala and Earth to alien technology and futuristic cultures, the tale itself focuses more on the resolution of a kidnapping and the mother’s pain at having had her child stripped away at a very early age. Proebstel effectively presents the story from both sides, showing the consequences of this criminal act on those who perpetrated the crime and those who have suffered so greatly from this horrible act.
The reunion of Amanda’s twin toddlers is the main goal of this chapter of the “Ascension Quest” series, and if one were to extract the elements of Sci-fi and Fantasy from this story, it might still be found equally enjoyable by Crime/Mystery fans. In either case, this novel is a fascinating read, injecting elements of Sci-fi into a classic kidnapping case that will peak one’s curiosity as certainly as it tugs at the heartstrings.
May 16, 2018
The plot keeps thickening, but it's more than that. With each new book, the characters become more lovable. What's happening becomes more worrisome, and the reader becomes wholly immersed in the worlds of Tuala and Earth. I can't stop reading the Ascension books. Jena and Juila are so endearing, and the supporting cast of characters are so perfectly entwined that the whole story really grabs at your heart. Impossible to put down - the stakes are so high, and the tension and mystery keep escalating. Most of all, I loved the underlying acknowledgement that Jehoban loves his children and plays an active part in their lives, guiding and directing their paths. I can't wait to read the next Ascension book. Highly recommended for anyone who loves fantasy, or just a great love story - not necessarily romantic love, but married love, parent love, and friendship love, all intertwined. Ascension Quest has the perfect blend.
June 17, 2018
Aaarrrrggghhh! I need to read Part 4 ... now!
Ms Proebstel has had me hooked since I read Book 1 of the Ascension series. Just as I was satisfied that certain people received their just deserts, she pops another tangle into the mix regarding Amanda’s daughters. I hope Amanda does find what she is looking for. As for the psychiatrist? There must be special punishments for people like him ... Part 4 is on my buy list for sure.
Ms Proebstel has had me hooked since I read Book 1 of the Ascension series. Just as I was satisfied that certain people received their just deserts, she pops another tangle into the mix regarding Amanda’s daughters. I hope Amanda does find what she is looking for. As for the psychiatrist? There must be special punishments for people like him ... Part 4 is on my buy list for sure.
February 26, 2018
Awesome
Loved all three. Can't wait for the fourth. This story is so different. Read them all in a weekend. Hurry.
Loved all three. Can't wait for the fourth. This story is so different. Read them all in a weekend. Hurry.
October 24, 2018
I’ve read books one and two, and book three doesn’t disappoint. Amanda continues searching for her missing daughter traveling between Tuala and Earth. She is part human and part Tualaian, so she has special powers on both planets. This book digs deeper into a mother’s struggle and her developing relationships.
For those who haven’t read the first two, don’t worry, she does a good job familiarizing you with the character's backstory (although I recommend reading the first two because they’re great.) There is even a glossary in the back of all the characters and terms, which is very helpful. I can’t wait to read the fourth book.
For those who haven’t read the first two, don’t worry, she does a good job familiarizing you with the character's backstory (although I recommend reading the first two because they’re great.) There is even a glossary in the back of all the characters and terms, which is very helpful. I can’t wait to read the fourth book.
June 3, 2018
The series continues full force and I'm enjoying it as much. Amanda is determined to find her daughter, and Byron and Alena, as always, are a big help. (I absolutely love the friendships in this book) Yet, as time ticks away, she is no closer to finding her. As she lists unexpected help, Jena is in more danger than ever. Who will control the destiny of Jena? As Petre and Elder Debon fight to be the one, will Amanda be in time to save her? A romantic relationship is also on the rise in this book. At this point, I got so used to Tuala that I may find it hard to adjust to the story unfolding itself on Earth. The author displays the life, friendships, background, technology in Tuala so well that I know I will miss it if and when the time comes to take the twins to Earth. I also have a few questions still unanswered. The snapshots from the hospital on Earth keeps me mystified, I want to know more. Onto the fourth book.
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