Awakening Horde (Shieldwall Academy Book 1) by M. Zaugg

A Defiant Street Rat Against a Ruthless Empire

Pax, a cunning street rat with no magic, navigates life in a city constantly threatened by monstrous beast waves. His sole mission: keep his crew safe and fed, especially after his family’s mysterious disappearance. But when his best friend is captured, Pax risks everything on the eve of the Awakening.

Caught and thrust into the Astan Empire’s war machine, Pax must adapt to survive the elite mage academy’s perils. Struggling to harness forbidden magic and avoid corrupt leaders intent on crushing rebellion, he faces a brutal fight for survival.

With ancient secrets and long-lost spells at stake, can Pax defeat fearsome monsters and secure a future for his crew?

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Category: Fantasy – Sword & Sorcery

Pax never wanted to be a hero. Now he’s a student mage in an empire riddled with corruption, facing a monstrous invasion. As a city-breaking beast looms, Pax must master forbidden magic and outmaneuver ruthless enemies to save his home.

A bold street rat, Pax scrambles to harness powerful spells while evading the corrupt rulers of the Astan Empire. As panic grips the capital, his abilities are pushed to their limits. Time is running out, and the empire’s elite will stop at nothing to crush any hint of rebellion.

With the fate of his city and friends in the balance, Pax races to forge alliances and gather a crew strong enough to stand against overwhelming odds. Can he unlock the secrets of light magic in time, or will the empire’s iron fist extinguish his fight for freedom?

Join Pax on an epic adventure, where every choice could mean life or death for his city and those he loves.