Altair - (Powerhouse) 2nd Edition by L J Black (Paperback)
About this item
Highlights
- Guardians, Protectors, Witches.
- 216 Pages
- Young Adult Fiction, Science Fiction
- Series Name: Powerhouse
Description
About the Book
Penelope Williams is disowned by her parents when her power is revealed. She ventures out into the universe to battle darkness as it threatens to consume everything.
Book Synopsis
Guardians, Protectors, Witches. The titles vary species to species, but they all mean the same thing: an individual with a Spark of power and a purpose. Every Spark has an ignition point where their power goes from everyday useful to world-changing strength. Some Witches die in their sparkpoint.
Penelope Williams is angry. A daughter of conservative parents, her Witch power coming to light reveals a hidden family history of a Salem survivor and power buried for generations. Disowned by her family, she lives as a ward of the Witches, studying and working far from Earth. She ignores the pain of her family's abuse, shoving aside the trauma of rejection and betrayal. Penelope throws herself into her work and her power, her abrasive attitude pushing anyone but demons away. Even in the midst of her pain and outcast life, people from several species choose to make friends with her. The one that surprises her the most is the demon Ikthiel.
At the Edge of reality, a threat looms twisting the nature of space and time, encroaching from the space beyond the universe. Despite warnings from Ikthiel, she cannot focus on the coming threat, instead focusing on her studies and striving to find her power's purpose. But threats cannot be ignored forever. And Penelope faces what could be the answer to all her questions.
Review Quotes
"This was a unique take on witches. I enjoy anything about magic and other worlds and I have to say this book didn't disappoint."
"It's a wonderful blend of science fact coupled with the potentials of witchcraft --- a journey to exotic places that all could be real, and characters who most-certainly are. "
"This book takes your perception of witches and turns it on its head. In alien worlds and mixing sci-fi with fantasy in a perfect blend of tension, this book has your attention through-out! "