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Ascension: The Kingdom Series (Book 1)

Name: Ascension: The Kingdom Series (Book 1)
Rating: 4 (17 reviews)
Author: Tori Ashlyn
ISBN: B0DZCJ8Y1S

by Tori Ashlyn

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About this book

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Unfulfilled longing. Unseen worlds. An unshakable love caught between Heaven's call and the fire rising within.

Nora Kelley

I should've known better than to fall for Caleb Fisher, my best friend's older brother, the man whose quiet faith and steady strength unravel me with a single glance. I've spent years loving him from a distance, wishing he'd see more than the woman who's different.

Because I am different.

I see things... creatures hidden from human eyes, hungry for the souls they stalk. I've spent my life trying to hide it, convinced it means something is broken in me. But on my twenty-fifth birthday, everything shifts. A truth I never expected is revealed, and a celestial guardian steps into my life with answers I'm not ready for... and a destiny I never asked for.

Now light and darkness both know my name. And when the enemy strikes close to home, the line between calling and desire blurs in the worst possible way. But nothing, no creature, no power, no war, could prepare me for what lies ahead... when the enemy targets a loved one, love becomes the one weakness I can't escape.

If I save the one I love, I may lose myself.

If I obey the One who called me, I may lose Him forever.

Either choice will cost me... and my heart may not survive the fire.

📖 Who This Book Is For

This book is for readers who:

Love faith-forward paranormal or supernatural romance Enjoy stories about spiritual warfare, calling, and unseen realms Appreciate closed-door, slow-burn romanc e with emotional depth Connect with flawed characters who struggle, grow and learn daily dependence on God Believe in the power of prayer and spiritual obedience Want Christian themes that feel raw, honest, and relatable

🚫 Who This Book Is Not For

This book may not be for readers who:

Prefer traditional or sanitized Christian fiction Are uncomfortable with supernatural elements tied to spiritual warfare Expect explicit sexual content or open-door intimacy Want characters who "have it all together" from the beginning Prefer Christian fiction without dark spiritual themes

Publication Date: May 25, 2026
ASIN: B0DZCJ8Y1S

Reader Reviews

A Captivating Blend of Romance and Spiritual Battle

March 4, 2026

From the very first chapters, this story pulled me into a world where faith, romance, and spiritual warfare intertwine in a powerful and engaging way. Ascension: The Kingdom Series (Book 1) does an excellent job building tension between the unseen spiritual battle and the emotional journey of the characters, creating a story that feels both meaningful and exciting. The themes of faith, purpose, and inner strength are woven naturally into the narrative without slowing the pace of the romance and...

Thoughtful

February 7, 2026

I really like science fiction books, and this book is one of them. Ascension: The Kingdom Series book talks about a lot of science fiction, which gave me a lot of joy and made me happy. It was very fantasy related, along with science fiction. In short, I really enjoyed reading the book. )

An Interesting Premise with a Very Introspective Style

December 12, 2025

This is not something I normally read, but the premise looked interesting and I was looking for something light, so I decided to give it a chance. The story follows Nora and her friends as they discover they are divinely chosen and drawn into a larger spiritual conflict involving angels, demons, and Satan himself. The ideas presented, such as Ascension, spiritual warfare, guardian angels, and destiny, will be familiar to readers of Christian-themed fantasy. However, while the premise has...

Angels and Chosen Ones versus Demons and Fallen Angels

November 30, 2025

\"Seek the Eternal Father in whatever you do, and everything will fall into place.\" I wanted to love this Christian romantic fantasy, but it fell short. Slow to start, a lot of unnecessary dialogue, and all the weepiness and tears. Too much. Developing romance between the protagonist, Nora Kelly and a childhood friend, Caleb Fisher drags on most of the book. Nora and her two friends Shauna and Eliza have been seeing evil creatures, Watchers, since they were children. Turns out the girls are...

Great read

December 27, 2025

I do very much enjoy mythology works from a Christian perspective, allowing oneself to interact with outide lore and faith makes for some interesting reads. The main character develops nicely and has a good consistency for her character. I call this a good solid replacement if you're looking for a \"fantasy romance\" but with a cleaner take. )