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The Secret In My Blood: A gripping supernatural thriller series. (The Cursus Trilogy Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Margot Dylan (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 27 ratings
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A supernatural secret.
A serial killer.
And me.

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I thought I was just an ordinary girl.

Failing out of college, drifting away from my friend group, and watching my boyfriend become a stranger. That's normal, right? Things change after high school and we can't all immediately figure out who we are and where we belong. We can't all launch ourselves into power careers or instantly become our best selves.

But a few days after my birthday, I learn a family secret. I have a supernatural legacy embedded in my DNA. And while Dana is like me, Mom and Dad – along with most of the rest of the world – are clueless.

A clandestine supernatural world pulses beneath the ordinary one, and now I’m part of it and it's pretty freaking cool.

I meet the too-hot-to-be-human Nikolai (spoiler: he's not), and the firecracker Ruby, and I learn there are only two rules to follow: Don’t hurt or take advantage of others, and don’t expose our existence.

I buy into this – why wouldn’t I? The rules keep the balance. But when I'm told I can't go after the killer on campus because it threatens the rules of our supernatural world, I don't buy it. When I'm ordered to diminish myself because I'm too powerful, I start to get angry. And when I'm forced to make a decision that has tragic consequences, I snap.

Next thing I know I'm on the run from supernatural assassins.
Damn, I hope the legends about me are true.

"Fast-paced, engrossing, and destined to capture imaginations."

Prepare for a rollercoaster of action and suspense as Tamzin navigates the rules of her new world and realizes they were made to be broken.

Don’t miss out on this compelling new adult, urban fantasy, supernatural thriller series.

Note1. This series has some profanity and references to mature material. Recommended 14+
(Note 2. This title was previously published as Lucan and The Last of the Cursus).

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    The Cursus Trilogy
  2. Print length
    284 pages
  3. Language
    English
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  5. Publication date
    June 1, 2017
  6. Reading age
    14 - 18 years
  7. File size
    2695 KB
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Lucan is 'an absorbing first installment in the series...a promising debut that re-energizes the YA urban fantasy genre...Utterly engrossing, this YA Urban Fantasy thriller is highly recommended.' - Enas Reviewsenasreviews.com/fantasy/lucan-the-lucan-trilogy-book-1/

About the Author

M. D. Archer writes books with elements of mystery, psychology and crime, with complex characters and interesting plot twists.
She lives in Auckland, New Zealand, and when she's not writing she works in psychology research.Lucan is the first of The Lucan Trilogy, a contemporary fantasy young/new adult series that follows Tamzin Walker's journey from being nobody to somebody. Action and suspense with a kickass female lead and a supernatural twist.Enjoy!

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B071JDD95Q
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ SWARM Publishing; 3rd edition (June 1, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 1, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2695 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 284 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.3 4.3 out of 5 stars 27 ratings

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Margot Dylan

Margot Dylan

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Mystery Thrillers

Supernatural Noir

Urban Fantasy

I love complicated people, mysterious things, and a good fight scene.

I write mystery thrillers with a supernatural element.

My books are about looking for your people and finding your purpose (and usually righting some wrongs along the way).

My stories are set in the city and my characters are sassy, subversive and sweary. They also like to fight.

NEW SERIES!

Veronica Venom - The Demon Afflicted Series will be released in May 2022!

THE WOLF BLOOD TRILOGY

Tamzin Walker was just an ordinary girl until she wakes up one day a supernatural badass with a target on her back.

HAPPY READING.

Follow me on TikTok (@margotdauthor) on Twitter (@mda_008) or email me at margotdylan545@gmail.com.

Cheers,

Margot

PS - I write other stuff too! Check out my other pen names M. D. Archer (lighthearted, contemporary mysteries and lady detectives), and Margot D'Archer (psychological suspense and mysteries).

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4.3 out of 5 stars
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RichWords
5.0 out of 5 stars If the second book was out, I would buy it immediately!
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2017
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One of those books you just can't put down!
Interesting characters, engaging protagonist, professional writing. Kudo's to "Mum" in Acknowledgements for proofreading, and to the beta team.
The only thing I wasn't clear about is the setting, the sense of place. We hear about going to London, but--other than specific details about buildings and parks--not a whole lot about the place where Tamzin lives. In fact, if it weren't for the London reference, I'd think this story took place in the USA or Canada.
That said, it was Tamzin's character that drove the story forward. Excellent job.
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rafik NASRAOUI
5.0 out of 5 stars Pretty cool book
Reviewed in the United States on July 8, 2017
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This is a pretty cool book. I like the supernatural mixed in with every day teenage life. But I guess that's a bonus, rather than the main thing. The main thing I like is that its a good story and so flowing/addictive that I read the whole book in one session, which I don't think I've ever done before.
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DHH
4.0 out of 5 stars Unique Storyline
Reviewed in the United States on July 15, 2019
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Lucan (The Lucan Trilogy Book 1) has a unique twist that I have not read in other paranormal books. It was a fast read that kept me engaged straight through until the end. There is no romance so it is safe for teens to read.
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Felicity Goodyear-Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Well worth the read
Reviewed in the United States on July 6, 2017
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This is a great read and an excellent book in its genre (adolescent fantasy). Ends with me wondering about the path the protagonist's life will take from hereon and waiting for book 2 of the trilogy to find out. This would lend itself very well to being a film.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book! So compelling.
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2017
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A total page turner. Powerful female characters and a really complete world that the writer has created. Looking forward to the next one! I think this will appeal to lots of people, especially women.
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L M Reynolds
5.0 out of 5 stars This book rocks!
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2017
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I loved this book. It is fast paced, very cool, and a real page turner. I can't wait until the next one in the series is released.
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Teresa
2.0 out of 5 stars Bad Characters
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2022
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I tried to read this book. I really did. But I really didn’t like the main character. She was spoiled and completely selfish. She thought of no one but herself and her own self gratification. Everything was about her. She treated her parents like crap. She treated her boyfriend like crap. She treated everyone like crap. Yet she turns out to be the hero. I could not finish I dislike it so much.
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Tanya
4.0 out of 5 stars A great read.
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2018
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Fast paced. A great read.
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Rachel Coaker
5.0 out of 5 stars Thrilling read!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 8, 2017
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Loved this book and couldn't put it down. The complexity of the characters and plot is something I haven't come across in this genre much. The pace was great and kept me turning page after page. The ideas in the book are not something I've come across before so just added to making it uniquely enjoyable. I would recommend this wholeheartedly and have been recommending to my friends and work colleagues! Exceptional book for a first time author as well! Can't wait for Book 2.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very good read
Reviewed in Australia on May 4, 2018
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I got completely hooked on this book as soon as I started.

I'm going to have to wait a week to buy the second one so I can savour it a bit longer.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Lucan
Reviewed in Australia on June 4, 2017
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This book is a real paper turner. A strong female heroine ....good role model for young adults. I will look forward to Book 2 to discover how Tamzin develops and manages her superpowers.
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