The Seekers of Genesis: Empyreal Roots
by C. J. Walters
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Pub Date 6 Apr 2021 | Archive Date 30 Sep 2021
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Description
When immortal twins Villow and Dameaon Verchant reach their sixteenth year, they are required to choose Paths to fulfill their purpose. Villow is prepared to become a Guide Seeker, to shape a world and its citizens, far away from his twin. But Dameaon changes his mind at the last minute, switching from a Soldier Seeker to a Guide. To avert disaster, the twins are assigned as co-Guides, tasked with re-creating humanity.
With their fates unequivocally linked, Villow and Dameaon must prove that mankind is inherently good, or humankind will be destroyed and the twins will be banished—or annihilated. With disagreements and failures at every stage, their last chance lies in Ancient Greece. But through their own reckless actions, the twins bring forth the Trojan War, causing more problems than even the gods can solve.
Perfect for fans of creation sci-fi like Waiting for the Galactic Bus and the writings of Octavia Butler, The Seekers of Genesis combines fantasy, science, and mythology to create a unique history of mankind.
Available Editions
| ISBN | 9781736483213 |
| PRICE | US$4.99 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Michele S, Reviewer
This book was so good! I was completely sucked into the story, that it was a fast read for me. It was very interesting, and I found it neat how real facts from history were woven into the story. The character development was excellent. I definitely cannot wait for the next book I’m this series!
Carmela D, Reviewer
There are three possible fates for Seekers. Some successfully complete their trials and take their rightful place in Glanching society. Others fail and are banished for eternity. Those who break the Rules are annihilated.
The Seekers of Genesis: Empyreal Roots is the debut novel by C. J. Walters. This story follows twin brother Villow and Dameaon Verchantwho become Guide Seekers and successfully re-create an Original Species, destroyed eons ago in the War of the Fiends. Villow and Dameaon are polar opposites and don't know how to trust and can barely communicate with each other. They are assigned as co-Guides, with humankind as their Original Species. When the twins teleport to Earth, they struggle to find common ground, putting their success in jeopardy as well as the humans.
I really thought Walters created a fresh concept with this novel and did fantastic job with world build. I was unaware of the Greek mythology that would be woven to the story and found that to be an exciting twist.
My favorite characters were Dameaon and Jetta. I definitely hope to learn more about Jetta in the next books in the series
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC
*Trigger warnings* Abuse, war violence, suicide.
Crossroad Reviews ~, Bookseller
This story that is over 400 pages was amazing. I loved every page and need more. The characters and world building were spot on and I could not put it down. This was something fresh and new for the fantasy world of reading. I am excited to see more from this debut author.
Svenja P, Bookseller
I loved this book!
It deals with humankind and the mistakes we make over and over again even though we try as hard as we can to change that.
At the beginning I have to admit I was quite confused as to what was happening and the world building wasn't quite clear to me. But that changed soon and then it was great. This book blends science with biblical stories and Greek mythology, it was awesome.
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