Ascension - Excerpt

Laina is thrust into a rebellion against the gods themselves-a pantheon that has ruled mercilessly over humanity, granting power to the chosen few while condemning the rest to struggle. Hidden away from society, Laina's magic remained dormant until an encounter with a deadly beast brought her abilities to the surface, freezing her past life forever. Now, she stands at the heart of a rebellion determined to end the tyranny of the gods.

Laina and her fellow mages must navigate the dangerous path of defiance. After a victory over the thunder god strips the thunder mages of their powers, the rebellion teeters on the edge of collapse. Fear and uncertainty grip their hearts as they realize the immense consequences of challenging divine power. But Laina refuses to let them fall into despair. With determination, she rallies the scattered group, vowing to find a way to free them from divine oppression-whether by binding the gods or erasing them entirely.

Set in a world where magic is the key to power, Ascension is a