Forge of Destiny: Volume 1 (Destiny Cycle)

In the Celestial Empire, a land ruled by Immortals and stalked by Spirits and Beasts, a young girl from the slums of an unimportant city is found to have the Talent that may allow her to become an Immortal herself. Sent to the storied Argent Peak Sect to harness her talent, she must work desperately to catch up to peers who have been preparing to walk the Way for years. The Sect grants new students only three months to prepare and grow before the true challenges begin and the disciples are freed to battle each other for resources and strength.

Contending with tests, strange teachers, unfriendly peers and her own ignorance, Ling Qi must not only defeat many obstacles, but find those willing to stand at her side when the truce ends. Can she learn to not only survive, but thrive on that journey? Inspired by ancient folklore, modern martial arts and Xianxia, this fantasy novel offers a mixture of life and action while developing a world both fantastic in setting yet familiar in the humanity of its inhabitants.

Forge of Destiny: Volume 2 (Destiny Cycle)

Awoken as an Immortal, Ling Qi must contend with her peers on the mountain now that the great truce enforced by the Elders of the Sect is no longer in effect. In an Outer Sect increasingly falling into two camps, her friendships have made where she stands clear. To continue climbing the steep mountain of cultivation and maintain the friendships and allies she had gathered to her side, she must strive like never before. But it soon becomes clear that there is someone watching her from the shadows…someone with an unhealthy interest in her advancement. Enemies lie in full sight and out of reach as well. Now comes the test of the foundation she built in her early months at the Sect. Will it be enough to support her through the turbulent Outer Sect?

Inspired by ancient folklore, modern martial arts, and Xianxia, Forge of Destiny cultivates a world both fantastic in setting yet familiar in the humanity of its inhabitants. Don’t miss this second installment of one of the most popular titles on Royal Roads - with over 7 million reads - elegantly performed by Earphones Award-winning voice artist Natalie

Forge of Destiny: Volume 3 (Destiny Cycle)

Advancement has come quickly to Ling Qi. With help from strong allies and connections her foe has been defeated. The enemies of the alliance she has helped to build have surrendered. Her talent no longer goes unnoticed in the Celestial Empire, casting new eyes on her path.

Those like her are accounted for a title of nobility is within her reach, a prize with implications that will stretch over her now long life. Looming over it all is the end of year tournament, the last barrier between her and the Inner Sect, with all its resources and lessons. How will she face another opportunity to rise even further from the hard-scrabble streets and alleys of Tonghou?