They didn’t deserve their fate, and the gods knew it…
Alana When he faced his death, I was left with nothing but piercing heartache. I prayed to the gods for his survival, but grains of dirt sifting through my fingers was the only answer I got. Everything changed from that day forward, and my life would only be turned upside down even more.
Achilles Her fingers sunk into the earth, and I felt them on me. I had become one with the earth, dead to the world, snatched away from Alana. I was no longer Achilles, the great warrior who was in love with a slave. I was just a mere man willing to search the ends of the earth until we were reunited.
Catalyst is the first book in the Reincarnation Series by Elisabeth and King Ellie. Catalyst is a standalone.
Blurb: Alana When he faced his death, I was left with nothing but heartache. I prayed to the gods for his survival, but grains of dirt sifting through my fingers was the only answer I got from the gods.
Achilles Her fingers sunk into the earth, and I felt them on me. But I had become one with the earth, dead to the world, snatched away from Alana.
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Alana This changed everything. I’m no longer Alana, the slave who was in love with Achilles. I’m Elani, the bartender who has no clue her life is about to be turned upside down.
Achilles I’m no longer Achilles, the great warrior who was in love with a slave. I’m Ales, a man searching and willing to go to the ends of the world to find her.
We didn’t deserve this fate, and the gods knew it too. Now, we have to find each other once more, even if we have to search the ends of the earth until we were reunited.
At first when I read the plot about this story I thought I wasn't going to like it because I'm super into Greek mythology I studied it while in school. I don't like it I freaking loved it, such a great love story Wow!! Ales and Elani were so hot and such a beautiful couple what I wouldn't give to have someone love me that deep and strong and that hard. Awesome isn't even the best word to describe how I feel. I recommend everyone to read this book to understand exactly what I'm talking about!!!!
The moment their lips touched they were soulmates. How could they not love each other when they waited centuries and crossed oceans to find each other again. The gods heard their prayer.
Elisabeth wrote a very imaginative and creative love story using Greek Mythology as the background. I love how she wrote about the depth of Achilles/Ales and Alana/Elani's love that withstood the test of time to finally reuniting for their HEA. She also crossed Alf/ Sebastian in this story as well from her book The Beast of Soleuvre. Well done Elisabeth!
Achilles and Alana first meet in Greece during the time of the Trojan War. Their immediate attraction is palpable and fiery until it's abrupt tragic end.
Centuries later, they reconnect in America, not as Achilles and Alana but by souls through Ales and Elani--now that's the true definition of a soulmate. Achilles searched for her and when he finds her they are drawn to each other instantly...with Elani not understanding why. It's like not one moment has passed when they begin to bond again.
Some of the other forces from the past have reincarnated themselves in new characters, and Achilles is able to get revenge for wrongs done to him, his mother and Alana.
Catalyst is a tale of true love in its purest form, a kind of love that never dies. And, did I forget to mention that Achilles is a super alpha male who wrecks shit when it comes to protecting Alana? That man is everything a woman dreams of, a little nutty, lol. Worth the read. Highly recommended.
This was a great book! I have always been a fan of Greek Mythology and lovers coming back in their next lives finding each other. Great storyline good sex scenes and yes the couple got their HEA
This story was so different yet so well written that it has almost ruin me for others in this genre as I will be looking into the same effect. This story was place in a time travel, supernatural and paranormal genre as it was all that encompassed into one helluva story. Good job MS. Elizabeth! Alana/Elani was so sweet, so nice, gentle and so strong at the same time while Achilles/Ales was the epitome alpha warrior and in love with his woman that he would do anything for her. This was truly a classic romance of "I would do anything and everything for you and only you" I love it. It gives you hope and dreams of an after life with the full promised of GOD! A true catalyst!!!
Truly loved this story. Achilles and Alana suffered and went through so much but not even death could stop them. I loved how they loved one another. The cameos from other books made me laugh. I was like she connected the dots. A soul tie is something serious. If a man doesn't love me like Ales loved Elani I don't want him. As always great Elisabeth. I cant wait to read Hades story I know it's going to be epic.
Too much sex. After a while it became tiresome. And of course the hero being a billionaire had to be worked in as well. It made some sense I suppose; I am glad it was not stated at the start of the story or I would have scanned the book. Interesting premise, but I would have appreciated more of a grounding in reality.
It had me at their first kiss. I love how Elisabeth switch back and forth from the past to the Present. The way she told the story I felt like I was there though it all. I felt Achilles torment when he saw Alana beg his Mother for one more chance to feel her love one more time. And to watch her kill herself and knowing there was nothing he could do. I actually felt the knife when she stabbed herself. And then when Alana went back and saw all that happened to herself, His mom and Cyrill betrayal, and Achilles death. I cried like a baby. Joyous that they got the chance to finally close that pain that they went through. Extraordinary and Beautifully told Story that only Elisabeth can make you feel like you are included
I have read a few books by this author and some where hits while others were misses. This book, I loved this book. This was a good read. I'm a romance junkie and this book satisfied the craving. I will definitely read this book again. I was amazed at the twist on a tale almost as old as time. I didn't think the story of Achilles could be or would be told like this. I loved the transformation to Ales and how Elani/Alana were the same yet different. This was a great read. I'm glad I discovered this book. I dnt know if I will ever be a fan of the author but I will continue to check for novels by her, hoping to find another one like this one. I was sad when the story concluded but I loved the HEA. Job well done!!! And I highly recommend this book.
The moment these two met I fell in love. The strength and depth of their love for one another was so beautiful. So deep. So passionate. You could feel the love from the beginning of the book all the way until the end.
Elisabeth really did her thang with this book. You could feel all of the emotions that Ales and Elani/Achilles and Alana felt for each other. The writing was awesome. I loved how she weaves the past and present and took us on an awesome journey of love, betrayal, and love even in death and second chances. I hope to hear more from this couple in the future.
That is one great read, you done it again Miss Elisabeth! Where did your mind go? And how you managed not to get lost in the story? Very well put together, and... Just simply wonderful! I love Achilles/Ales and the way he loooooves his woman... Damn! The epilogue was perfect! I'm a sucker for epilogues (a few yrs after...). Here is a little taste: “I will always desire that with you. There is no one else for me or you. We are bound not just by love but by souls.” “Soul ties. I like that very much.” He smiled at me as..."
This story took me by surprise . These characters Alana and Elias were breathtaking as their predecessors Elani and Achilles . You could almost feel the passion and the pain these characters endured being separated and reunited . This book , was written so well that moving through time insync with Greek mythology was easy. If you're looking for a action filled, interracial , time travel , slightly alpha you found it . The only thing I wish is that Stacy and Patro's story follow.
The beginning of the book pulls right in. My heart actually hurt for Achilles and Alana. The author did a fantastic job of making you feel the pain and anguish the characters felt. This was an entertaining read for the most part. I only wish the author would have extended and delved more into Ales and Elani's journey back to one another. The premise of the story was something I had never read before and it was truly refreshing.
This love story of Achilles and Alana (Ales and Elani) is one that everyone wishes they can have. Even in death the love that they had for each couldnt keep them apart, although it may have taking centries for them to find each other agsin. This book is one that i could read over and over again just to vision the love that they had for each other.
I loved everything about this book. Being a lover of mythology I was drawn in from the start. I certainly hope the author gives us more books like this I was pleasantly surprised. This was truly a great book. I literally could not put it down I had to know how it ended. Well done.
My first book by Elisabeth and it will not be my last.
I loved the way this love story is written. From past to present. I felt the love and pain Elani and Ales went through just to have their HEA. I also enjoyed both of their POV’s.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who is reading this review. Ms. Elisabeth knows how to write!
Good development; good story. I like that it had epilogue. Interesting that it switched perspectives in the chapters and in the epilogue. It was a little violent which I understand from the parts of the story in the past; it was a bit much for the modern part of the story. Overall it was a good story
Once again I must I love it. Two star cross lovers found each again in the future. Love that cross over time and centuries Achilles and Alanna love their story. Thank u for a wonderful read
I love how the author describes the plot of this story. Elani does not know why she is instantly attracted to Ales or does she? I love how both come to terms with the past and the present to create the future.
I'm so glad to read a story that has pulled away from all the cookie cutter books out here now. The only question I have is , are they immortals?? That was hinted at but never confirmed
I love the story about Achilles and Alana. They truly love each other. They didn't want to be without each other. I love how they both were reunited as two different people. They have true love. Good Book.
This is my first book by this author. I will absolutely be reading more of her books! The way the love story went from Greek mythology to present time was beautiful! A timeless love!! Very well done!!!!
I've always liked mythology and read it when I was younger always thinking this could be true so having this type of story as a romance was automatically great for me definitely recommend!!
The story was a WoW for me! I really enjoyed the characters and the storyline. The growth in the authors writing put her on my list of "must read" authors. Very nice job with this story !
Ales and Elani loved and loved strong through the ages. A little violent but I get we a reading about ancient people. I like the writing, the author tell a story in a straightforward way.
This was a great love story. Alana and Achilles love spanned well over time. Greek mythology brought us great tragedies as well as greater love than we want to believe. Love cannot be destroyed when it is true, not even in physical death.
Well written, the Hero/Heroine were interesting and fascinated me. I enjoyed the cutting back and forth between past and present. I don't normally like that, but this was well done and did enhance the story.
Okay Read! Wasn't quite what I expected. Started off with a Bang but ended up falling short for me. Maybe it was just me but certain things weren't lining up nor adding up right with the past. Maybe I will re-read it again soon and feel differently with my rating