Into Ashes: The Phoenix Rising Trilogy, Book 1

2025 Bronze Medalist for "Best Series" in the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards

A stolen key. A brewing war. One fiery girl fighting for freedom.

Vivian Carmine didn’t ask to be a hero—and, worse, she never wanted to be a rebel. But when the leaders she trusted at RISE launch a plan to force magical creatures back to their homelands by any means necessary, Vivian knows it’s time to take a stand.

From the Russia's frozen tundra to the shadowy streets of Seattle, Vivian and her loyal friends embark on a daring mission to stop a war that could tear the magical world apart. With gods rising, fae caught in the crossfire, and betrayal lurking in every shadow, she must decide who to trust—before it’s too late.

Narrated by Erin Chmela, a passionate puppeteer and voice actress who brings every character to life with humor, heart, and the spark of a true storyteller.

Perfect for 11–15-year-old fans of fast-paced fantasy adventures, Into Ashes is an explosive journey of covert missions, crumbling alliances, and one fiery girl who discovers that real power means standing up for what’s right—even when it means standing up to the people you love.

© 2025 Carnelian & Quills (Audiobook): 9781960479242

Release date

Audiobook: 2 October 2025