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Deceit and Darkness

Deceit and Darkness

by

Jeannin Counts

The stars have fallen. With war on the horizon, the only way out is through death itself.

The stars’ conquest is in full force, and their leader, Rigil, will stop at nothing to subjugate all of humanity. In the midst of their grief, Iyana and her companions must turn to the gods for guidance, and they’re not all welcoming to mortals.

Only the first Aztia can teach Iyana how to banish the stars once again. But the only way to reach her is to send an emissary to the afterlife, and there’s no guarantee the gods won’t get to them first.

Meanwhile, Rigil’s reign of terror is only spreading, and he’s hells-bent on ending any chance of retribution. When Altair is tasked with hunting Iyana down, his loyalties are put to the ultimate test. As intense as ever, he’s no one’s slave. But what does that mean when he’s commanded to kill his former lover?

An unforeseen ally. A willing sacrifice. A voyage into the unknown.
Can destiny overcome deceit? Or will humanity fall next?

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Adult

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Level 4

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Level 4

swearing, sexual content, fantasy violence and death, grief, toxic ex

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About the Author

Jeannin Counts

Jeannin Counts is a physician assistant, avid reader, and devoted soccer mom, minivan and all. A lifelong nerd, she has collected many eclectic hobbies over the years and has always wanted to put her broad range of knowledge to use as a writer.  


When she isn’t caring for patients or at her writing desk, Jeannin can be found relishing new culinary adventures, exploring the lost arts of candle making and ballroom dancing, or simply nestled up with a good book. If you hear her shouting, it’s just the TV (go Dolphins!).  


Jeannin resides in California with her spouse and two young sons. Secrets and Stardust is her debut novel.

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