The world of “Chronicles of The One,” a spellbinding progression fantasy series by the prolific author Nora Roberts. In this enchanting narrative, readers are transported to a post-apocalyptic world where the sun has faded, plunging the Earth into darkness. Within this bleak setting, a courageous group of individuals embarks on an epic quest to restore light to their world. As they journey through perilous challenges, face formidable foes, and harness newfound powers, the fate of humanity hangs in the balance.

With excitement and adventure at every turn, Chronicles of The One is a progression fantasy series that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Year One: Chronicles of The One  Book 1

It began on New Year’s Eve.

The sickness came on suddenly, and spread quickly. The fear spread even faster. Within weeks, everything people counted on began to fail them. The electrical grid sputtered; law and government collapsed—and more than half of the world’s population was decimated.

Where there had been order, there was now chaos. And as the power of science and technology receded, magick rose up in its place. Some of it is good, like the witchcraft worked by Lana Bingham, practicing in the loft apartment she shares with her lover, Max. Some of it is unimaginably evil, and it can lurk anywhere, around a corner, in fetid tunnels beneath the river—or in the ones you know and love the most.

As word spreads that neither the immune nor the gifted are safe from the authorities who patrol the ravaged streets, and with nothing left to count on but each other, Lana and Max make their way out of a wrecked New York City. At the same time, other travelers are heading west too, into a new frontier. Chuck, a tech genius trying to hack his way through a world gone offline. Arlys, a journalist who has lost her audience but uses pen and paper to record the truth. Fred, her young colleague, possessed of burgeoning abilities and an optimism that seems out of place in this bleak landscape. And Rachel and Jonah, a resourceful doctor and a paramedic who fend off despair with their determination to keep a young mother and three infants in their care alive.

In a world of survivors where every stranger encountered could be either a savage or a savior, none of them knows exactly where they are heading, or why. But a purpose awaits them that will shape their lives and the lives of all those who remain.

The end has come. The beginning comes next.

Of Blood and Bone: Chronicles of The One, Book 2

They look like an everyday family living an ordinary life. But beyond the edges of this peaceful farm, unimaginable forces of light and dark have been unleashed.

Fallon Swift, approaching her thirteenth birthday, barely knows the world that existed before—the city where her parents lived, now in ruins and reclaimed by nature since the Doom sickened and killed billions. Traveling anywhere is a danger, as vicious gangs of Raiders and fanatics called Purity Warriors search for their next victim. Those like Fallon, in possession of gifts, are hunted—and the time is coming when her true nature, her identity as The One, can no longer be hidden.

In a mysterious shelter in the forest, her training is about to begin under the guidance of Mallick, whose skills have been honed over centuries. She will learn the old ways of healing; study and spar; encounter faeries and elves and shifters; and find powers within herself she never imagined. And when the time is right, she will take up the sword, and fight. For until she grows into the woman she was born to be, the world outside will never be whole again.

The Rise of Magicks: Chronicles of The One, Book 3

After the sickness known as the Doom destroyed civilization, magick has become commonplace, and Fallon Swift has spent her young years learning its ways. Fallon cannot live in peace until she frees those who have been preyed upon by the government or the fanatical Purity Warriors, endlessly hunted or locked up in laboratories, brutalized for years on end. She is determined to save even those who have been complicit with this evil out of fear or weakness—if, indeed, they can be saved.

 

Strengthened by the bond she shares with her fellow warrior, Duncan, Fallon has already succeeded in rescuing countless shifters and elves and ordinary humans. Now she must help them heal—and rediscover the light and faith within themselves. For although from the time of her birth, she has been The One, she is still only one. And as she faces down an old nemesis, sets her sights on the enemy’s stronghold, and pursues her destiny—to finally restore the mystical shield that once protected them all—she will need an army behind her…

Conclusion:

“Chronicles of The One” is a thrilling and mesmerizing progression fantasy series that immerses readers in a world of darkness and magic. Nora Roberts, renowned for her storytelling prowess, weaves a gripping narrative filled with unforgettable characters, high-stakes adventure, and the eternal struggle between light and darkness.

The series begins with “Year One,” a tale of survival and the emergence of magical powers in a world decimated by a devastating sickness. As Lana and Max navigate this new reality, they are joined by a diverse group of individuals, each with their unique strengths and abilities. Together, they embark on a journey into the unknown, where every encounter could be a life-altering moment.

In “Of Blood and Bone,” the second installment, the focus shifts to Fallon Swift, a young woman with extraordinary gifts. As she comes of age, Fallon’s destiny as “The One” becomes clear, and she must undergo rigorous training to fulfill her role in a world besieged by chaos and darkness. With the guidance of her mentor, Mallick, she delves into the ancient ways of healing and combat, encountering fantastical creatures and unlocking powers she never imagined.

The epic trilogy concludes with “The Rise of Magicks,” where Fallon Swift’s determination to bring hope and light to a fractured world reaches its pinnacle. Strengthened by the bonds she’s forged with fellow warriors, she embarks on a mission to free those oppressed by malevolent forces and restore the mystical shield that once protected humanity.

Nora Roberts, with her masterful storytelling and rich character development, delivers a progression fantasy series that is both thrilling and thought-provoking. “Chronicles of The One” is a testament to the enduring human spirit, the power of unity, and the unyielding belief that even in the darkest of times, light can be rekindled. For fans of fantasy and adventure, this series offers an unforgettable journey through a world where magic and courage are the keys to survival.