The Paragon by Molly Collier

HARDSHIP BREEDS HEROES. PEACETIME INSPIRES PARAGONS. When the sacred artifact at the center of his society becomes mysteriously corrupted, Doha, a brilliant and reclusive engineer, is tasked with the greatest challenge of his career: dealing with other people. That, and solving the mystery to fix the Mirror before the complete collapse of his community. Isla, a talented mage reeling after the devastating loss of everything she’s ever known, becomes the sole keeper of dangerous secrets that could crack the crooked foundation upon which her nation was built. She's finally found something and someone to fight for, but sinister forces may prevent her from finding peace at last. Through love, loss, and loyalty, Isla, Doha, and the family they’ve found will see their convictions challenged as they fight to protect those they love and that which they believe in. In a beautiful disaster of complex characterization, imperfect people learn to understand themselves and each other, all while life as they know it hangs in the balance. The Paragon is an epic fantasy charged with science, romance, and mystery, perfect for fans of Blood Over Bright Haven, Attack on Titan, and Naruto Shippuden.

Adult • Fantasy/Science Fantasy • Fantasy • Fantasy/Epic and High • Fantasy/Sword and Sorcery • Fantasy/Dark

Content Warning: Graphic: Death, Grief Moderate: Gore, Suicide, Murder, Panic attacks/disorders, Police brutality, Blood, Violence, Child death, Cannibalism, Genocide, Vomit, Cursing, Suicidal thoughts, Death of parent Minor: Self harm (magical), Torture, Alcohol, Emotional abuse, Abandonment, Physical abuse, War