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The Discovery of Magic<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

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Author: <\/strong>L.J. Evias<\/p>\n

Publication Date:<\/b> September 26th, 2024<\/p>\n

Genre: <\/b>YA Fantasy<\/p>\n

Book Description:<\/b><\/p>\n

Transported to an ancient realm of magic and mystery, can a young woman survive scheming royals, shifting alliances, and impending war?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Alice Harper yearns to determine her own fate. Desperate to change her parents\u2019 minds about moving away from everything she knows, the gifted archer sets out to win a coveted scholarship. But the seventeen-year-old feels completely out of control when she and her friends stumble through a strange portal to a mysterious world.<\/p>\n

Separated from the others, the bold and reckless teen finds herself whisked away to an impossible palace where charming mages offer help. But as she becomes entwined in the politics of the court, Alice grows suspicious of her new allies, and she struggles to distinguish friend from foe\u2026<\/p>\n

As she\u2019s pulled deeper into treacherous plots, can the daring young adult rescue her peers and get everyone home?<\/p>\n

The Discovery of Magic<\/em>\u00a0is the captivating first book in The Intrigue of Magic YA epic fantasy series. If you like relatable characters, powerful enchantments, and fast-paced action, then you\u2019ll love L. J. Evias\u2019s battle for courage.<\/p>\n

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EXCERPT<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Jaime dodged sideways, almost too late, as a sword slashed at him from his right. It wasn\u2019t like him to be this distracted in a fight, but with his escalating schoolwork, his brothers\u2019 nagging and now Jordan\u2019s revelation, it was a wonder he could pay attention at all.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fortunately, the large boy who had swiped at him stumbled before regaining his footing, allowing Jaime an easy victory. Others wouldn\u2019t be that cumbersome, yet Jaime\u2019s thoughts returned to Jordan and Alice.<\/span><\/p>\n

A small hope remained that the girls wouldn\u2019t turn up, but that was currently being devoured by a monster that had recently taken up residence inside him, writhing in his stomach and filling him with anxiety.<\/span><\/p>\n

Perhaps he could distract Alice or Jordan and delay the situation until he\u2019d figured out what to do. Or maybe he could introduce Jordan to someone else. Then Jaime would have plenty of time to figure out whether he really did have feelings for Alice.<\/span><\/p>\n

Up the hill, blonde hair blowing in the breeze caught his attention. Alice and Emily, with Eliot running ahead. This was no time to be putting all his hope into wishful thinking. He\u2019d just have to tell Jordan he didn\u2019t like the idea.<\/span><\/p>\n

His mind made up, he threw himself back into the melee, finding a new opponent, more skilled and more eager than the last. He lunged, then dodged, spun around his opponent, then lunged again, his sword slashing. Back again, dodging out of reach, then thrusting forwards until the other boy\u2019s tiredness began to show. Enthused, Jaime delivered the final blow, the clang of his sword ringing out above the din of the other combatants.<\/span><\/p>\n

As his adversary yielded, two more rushed Jaime, one from each side, making him regret taking his time with his previous opponent. He couldn\u2019t afford to tire himself out yet, not while several people still fought.<\/span><\/p>\n

Sucking in a quick breath, he swiftly sidestepped, swung his sword around above his head, and cut across the first rival before they could do anything to stop him.<\/span><\/p>\n

At the same time, the other lunged, but he was not quick enough for Jaime. Darting behind the felled boy, Jaime brought his blade round to strike, and with a few well-timed blows, had the second boy on his knees, capitulating.<\/span><\/p>\n

With the rush of victory surging through him, he glanced around for his next opponent.<\/span><\/p>\n

Only Jordan remained, surveying him with a smirk. The expression unsettled Jaime. Although Jordan was more committed to LARPing, Jaime\u2019s fencing skill gave him a strong advantage, and Jordan knew it. Whatever Jordan had planned, he would not be easy to beat.<\/span><\/p>\n

Approaching slowly and purposefully, Jordan let his gaze drift towards Alice. Both girls were watching intently. Even Eliot was quiet and still beside them.<\/span><\/p>\n

Suddenly, Jordan\u2019s smile vanished, and he locked his eyes on Jaime, his intent to impress Alice written all over him.<\/span><\/p>\n

Adrenaline coursed through Jaime, reawakening his tired muscles. The previous fighting had been just for fun, but this was his chance. He could stop Jordan. Beat him for his own good. He\u2019d never ask out Alice then.<\/span><\/p>\n

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<\/span><\/span>Author the Author:<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/div>\n

L. J. Evias writes exclusively in the fantasy genre, infusing stories with a dash of adventure and mystery. In Evias\u2019s worlds, moral absolutes do not exist, giving life to a diverse cast of intriguing characters.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Intrigue of Magic is Evias\u2019s debut series, featuring accessible world-building, intricate plots, and unforgettable heroes and villains. Released in 2024, The Discovery of Magic is the first book in this series.<\/span><\/p>\n

When not immersed in the pages of a novel, Evias enjoys real-world adventures both in the UK and abroad. The enchanting settings of The Intrigue of Magic series draw inspiration from personal travels, notably the unique architecture and evocative landscapes of Morocco.<\/span><\/p>\n

Bonus material and a sample short story are available from the author’s website.<\/span><\/p>\n

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