The Temple

$3.99 US
Berkley / NAL | InterMix
On sale Feb 20, 2018 | 9781101592007
Sales rights: World
Synod gathers, tell them lies:

Efforts garnered in your pride
Lost beneath the granite face.
Painted Lord, stand by her side;
Repentance is the Temple's grace.


The Guardian of the Fountain of Mendhi is dying, and her successor must step up to the task. Disciplinarian Pelai is ready to accept the burden of managing the powerful magics, but the timing is inconvenient. She has one last Disciplining to perform: assigning the punishment of the three Puhon brothers--men whose lives are entwined with a prophecy of a cataclysmic demonic invasion.
 
Six months of travel have given Puhon Krais time to reflect on, regret, and repent his many mistakes. But the worst lies just ahead: defying the leadership of Mendhi means suffering harsh punishments at the hands of the Disciplinarians once he comes home. Commanded by his Goddess, the proud Painted Warrior must find the strength to submit to his destiny...or find himself, and his whole world, on the wrong side of history.
 
For in the end, one brother is destined to save humanity, one will betray humanity, and one will walk away from his humanity.
Praise for Jean Johnson and the Sons of Destiny Novels 

“Jean Johnson’s writing is fabulously fresh, thoroughly romantic, and wildly entertaining. Terrific—fast, sexy, charming, and utterly engaging. I loved it!”—Jayne Ann Krentz, New York Times bestselling author

“Cursed brothers, fated mates, prophecies, yum! A fresh new voice in fantasy romance, Jean Johnson spins an intriguing tale of destiny and magic.”—Robin D. Owens, RITA Award–winning author

“What a debut! I have to say it is a must-read for those who enjoy fantasy and romance…Jean Johnson can’t write them fast enough for me!”—The Best Reviews 

“A paranormal adventure series that will appeal to fantasy and historical fans, plus time-travel lovers as well…It’s like Alice in Wonderland meets the Knights of the Round Tableand you’re never quite sure what’s going to happen next. Delightful entertainment.”—Romance Junkies 

“An intriguing new fantasy romance series…A welcome addition to the genre. Cunning…Creative…Lovers of magic and fantasy will enjoy this fun, fresh, and very romantic offering.”—Time Travel Romance Writers 

“A must-read.”—Romance Reviews Today

“An intriguing world…An enjoyable showcase for an inventive new author. Jean Johnson brings a welcome voice to the romance genre.”—The Romance Reader 

“An intriguing and entertaining tale of another dimension…Quite entertaining.”—Fresh Fiction 

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Synod gathers, tell them lies:

Efforts garnered in your pride
Lost beneath the granite face.
Painted Lord, stand by her side;
Repentance is the Temple's grace.


The Guardian of the Fountain of Mendhi is dying, and her successor must step up to the task. Disciplinarian Pelai is ready to accept the burden of managing the powerful magics, but the timing is inconvenient. She has one last Disciplining to perform: assigning the punishment of the three Puhon brothers--men whose lives are entwined with a prophecy of a cataclysmic demonic invasion.
 
Six months of travel have given Puhon Krais time to reflect on, regret, and repent his many mistakes. But the worst lies just ahead: defying the leadership of Mendhi means suffering harsh punishments at the hands of the Disciplinarians once he comes home. Commanded by his Goddess, the proud Painted Warrior must find the strength to submit to his destiny...or find himself, and his whole world, on the wrong side of history.
 
For in the end, one brother is destined to save humanity, one will betray humanity, and one will walk away from his humanity.

Praise

Praise for Jean Johnson and the Sons of Destiny Novels 

“Jean Johnson’s writing is fabulously fresh, thoroughly romantic, and wildly entertaining. Terrific—fast, sexy, charming, and utterly engaging. I loved it!”—Jayne Ann Krentz, New York Times bestselling author

“Cursed brothers, fated mates, prophecies, yum! A fresh new voice in fantasy romance, Jean Johnson spins an intriguing tale of destiny and magic.”—Robin D. Owens, RITA Award–winning author

“What a debut! I have to say it is a must-read for those who enjoy fantasy and romance…Jean Johnson can’t write them fast enough for me!”—The Best Reviews 

“A paranormal adventure series that will appeal to fantasy and historical fans, plus time-travel lovers as well…It’s like Alice in Wonderland meets the Knights of the Round Tableand you’re never quite sure what’s going to happen next. Delightful entertainment.”—Romance Junkies 

“An intriguing new fantasy romance series…A welcome addition to the genre. Cunning…Creative…Lovers of magic and fantasy will enjoy this fun, fresh, and very romantic offering.”—Time Travel Romance Writers 

“A must-read.”—Romance Reviews Today

“An intriguing world…An enjoyable showcase for an inventive new author. Jean Johnson brings a welcome voice to the romance genre.”—The Romance Reader 

“An intriguing and entertaining tale of another dimension…Quite entertaining.”—Fresh Fiction