Star Circle - (Rowan Novel) by Davis Bunn

Book Synopsis

The Rowan community is in hiding, but another seismic event is about to restore their powers - and unlock the mystery behind the rowan tree's supernatural forces in this enthralling sci-fi novel.

The CIA's devastating attack on the rowan tree and its growing global community has left its members in survival mode. The loss of their unique abilities was a huge blow, and they have been in hiding for the past eleven months.

Sensing another huge, transformational event involving the rowan's supernatural forces is about to happen, journalist Valentina Garnier travels to England where a stunning event occurs at an ancient circle of stones close to Stonehenge - one which will finally reveal the truth behind the rowan tree's mysterious power. Is it really an existential threat to humanity, or a cry for help from an alien life force?

This page-turning novel with magical and mysterious supernatural forces at its heart is perfect for fans of V. E. Schwab and Ben Aaronovitch.

Review Quotes

A fast-paced, retro-feeling sci-fi mystery . . . good fun-- "Publishers Weekly on Prime Directive"

A stylistically complex work that lends itself to a variety of audiences-- "Library Journal Starred Review of The Domino Effect"

A wild ride-- "Kirkus Reviews on Island of Time"

Bunn's imaginative thriller combines propulsive plotting with sharp observations-- "Publishers Weekly on Burden of Proof"

Impressive . . . Bunn keeps the suspense high, delivering fascinating sci-fi concepts, flawed but determined characters, and some shocking revelations-- "Publishers Weekly on The Rowan"

Swiftly paced with a deep look at how a transition can help heal past personal traumas, Bunn's latest will interest sf readers-- "Booklist on No Man's Land"