We are all pawns in the games the gods play... When a prophecy brings a priestess to his humble home, Arme must abandon his tranquil existence to become the nation’s only hope, a celestial warrior tasked with protecting an unborn child carrying an even heavier burden than he. Whispers of invaders threaten the safety of all, testing the bonds of love and the limits of honor, bringing the long-forgotten might of the heavens back into the world of mortals. As flames incinerate all in their path, divided nations and broken families must band together to save the innocent and rise from the ashes of war. The first in the "A Tale of Hayara" trilogy, this historical fantasy fiction transports readers into a reimagined Bronze Age Armenia, immersing one in the true traditions, legends, and myths of the region, morphed and combined to create a piece of literature unseen in this genre before. It is the debut novel by Canadian-Armenian author T. Isajanyan and takes us to a time of ancient gods, celestial warriors, and immortal beasts. If you enjoy mythological fantasy geared toward an older crowd, full of philosophy, human relations, and a whole lot of introspection, this series is perfect for you! Do expect scenes of war, gore, assault, and mature scenes. Not intended for children. What others are saying: "If you like descriptions, this is the book for you! I felt like there were a lot of descriptions compared to the other books coming out nowadays. The descriptions helped me visualize the world better and feel more immersed ." - Goodreads Reviewer "... I will say that it is a must-read for anyone who followed the works of Ursula K. Le Guin or Tad Williams, or anyone who loved the Game of Thrones ." - Goodreads Reviewer The prequel to the series is available as of January 2020. Blood of the Phoenix transports us into the time before the main events take place. Book 1 sets the stage with Rise of the Phoenix , while Book 2 takes us on a journey to see the birth of the gods that take over the later pantheon in a power struggle to regain what Book 1 ripped away with force. Child of the Phoenix sees innocence lost and characters finding themselves before Book 3 offers a little bit of everything for everyone, ripping away the masks and allowing for love to reign once again. Fall of the Phoenix is the behemoth that ties all the books together and breathes life into ancient gods we have all but forgotten. Are you ready to plunge into the world of Hayara? Buy now to resurrect Ancient Armenia with redefined borders and a whole lot of adventure, angst, lust, love, violence, philosophies, gore, and self-discovery. Each book is heavily researched and truly offers the readers a glimpse into a world long before the popular Medieval period. Note: This is a work of fantasy, and the author has most certainly taken many liberties. Please enjoy as you would any other book or television program of similar genre and category <3 Rise of the Phoenix by T. Isajanyan is filled with beautiful description of the Bronze Age. The story is epic, a little slow at times, but builds a great world. There is a nice balance of the seers predictions, fate, and still some unexpected surprises for the reader. -NeoLeaf Press An amazing read. You know a book is unique when you just can't put it down, well past your bed time. It had me up all night in my hotel room ordering room service because I couldn't wait until the next day to find out what happened next. Isajanyan has a unique writing style that intricately weaves together a world of myth and reality, until you lose track of which one you are in. - Ardem Tutunjian, author of High Above the Orient Read it thrice and loved it every time! Kept discovering new details and sympathising for each character in a new way. Can't wait for more books from this incredible author! -Danniel Roumian Booker, serial entrepreneur This amazing book deserves five stars. I am an Armenian author. I have read a lot about the history of Armenia, and epic novels too. Rise of the Pheonix is a greatly written book. It's not only an epic novel that tells us about the events in the pagan ages of Armenia, but a fantasy romance as well, where the author creates interactions between the characters so masterfully that the novel stands out. -Anahit Arustamyan, author of The Queen of Metaphors