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The Phoenix Ascent: An Action-Packed Short Story (The Fifth Column)

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The Phoenix Ascent: An Action-Packed Short Story (The Fifth Column)

Penned By Nathan M. Farrugia
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One man versus an army. Can a rogue alchemist turn the tides of war?The Mongol army is storming China, devastating everything in its path. Their mission: recovery of an artifact with otherworldly powers. Their General will stop at nothing to recover it.Zhu is an alchemist in the wrong place at the right time.He has the artifact ... and an assassin’s blade at his throat.And he’s the only person who can beat them.Can Zhu keep the deadly relic out of the General’s hands? Or will he hand ultimate power to a madman?You’ll love this action-packed short story by USA Today bestseller Nathan M. Farrugia. Get it FREE now.

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Nathan M. Farrugia writes contemporary fiction and has always been fascinated by character-driven stories. They hold a degree in English Literature and previously worked as an editor before transitioning to writing their own books. Nathan M. Farrugia lives with their spouse and a very vocal rescue cat.

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