Origins
Seventeen Series Book 5

“A rich and decadent story. Starrling is a true talent.” — Bambi Unbridled   The gifts bestowed by One not of this world, to the Man who had lived longer than most. The Empire ruled by a King who would swallow the world in his madness. The Warrior who chose to rise against her own kind in order to defeat him. Discover the extraordinary beginnings of the Immortals and the unforgettable story of the Princess who would become a Legend.   In a time when sickness covers the world in shadows, Romerus, descendant of the first man and woman to walk the Earth, ventures into the desert to find a cure for his dying sons. The gifts he receives from the mysterious stranger he meets on his crusade turn his children into beings who can defeat death itself, carving a destiny that makes them Immortal kings of an empire spanning hundreds of years and thousands of leagues.   Mila, third daughter of Crovir and last-born grandchild of Romerus, knows the evil that resides in the heart of her father. When she dares challenge his increasing tyranny by sparing the life of a human governor, his twisted fear of her grows, triggering a chain of events that culminates in her witnessing his final, unforgivable sin. Accused of a crime she did not commit and forced to flee the empire of her birth, her path collides with that of an enigmatic captain who proves to be more than he claims.   As the promise of war darkens the lands, the most powerful and fearless of all the Immortals must shatter old alliances and create fresh ones in order to forge a new destiny for her kin and mankind.   Origins is the penultimate book in AD Starrling’s bestselling supernatural thriller series Seventeen. This is a fast-paced historical fantasy adventure about the origins of the Immortals and features non-stop action and an explosive storyline.   Visit Shop AD Starrling to get digitally signed books and discounted bundles!   Here’s what readers are saying about the Seventeen series:   James Bond meets Highlander = Fantastic. A literal page turner!” ?????   “One to hit the immortal and classic spot on the bookshelves. It’s so promising there is no where but up to go!” ?????   If you are a fan of the Highlander movies and TV shows, then this book will definitely be a welcome treat. ?????   Da Vinci Code meets Bourne Identity!” ?????   One of those books you CANNOT put down because you want to know what happens next right away!?????   Tomb Raider meets Dan Brown! ?????   Wonderfully written thrill ride! ?????   Starrling never fails to get my adrenaline going! ?????   Captivating! ?????   A must read for fans of action packed, supernatural thrillers! ?????   “Wonderfully different!” ?????