The Leaven

De: Andrew Alonso

Narrado por: Rebecca Stern

In the tumultuous aftermath of the Qhan of Kil'Dur's assassination by a zealous cult, a devastating alien species descends upon Earth, unleashed by the Qhan's bereaved mate. Amidst this chaos stands Calla Shepherd, an 18-year-old misfit with an unassuming power that holds the key to mankind's salvation.

Calla's only priority is to protect her loved ones from the ruthless onslaught of the alien creatures, yet her path converges with that of a group of brave rebels planning a daring escape from the besieged town. As this makeshift family battles against the bloodcurdling horrors of two worlds, an unexpected showdown forces Calla to grapple with her concealed identity.

Now caught in a harrowing moral dilemma, Calla must choose between saving the human race that ostracized her since birth, and the extraterrestrial beings eager to exploit her extraordinary abilities. As the fate of two worlds hangs in the balance, which path will the Leaven choose?

©2022 Andrew Alonso (P)2024 Fright Night Audio

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Excellent story with brilliantly detailed characters that put you right in the story! Wonderfully narrative by Ms. Stern!

Wow, What An Amazing Book! This Should Be A Movie.

"The Leaven," by Andrew Alonso, is a thrilling sci-fi and horror novel that plunges readers into an enthralling narrative of survival, power, and the fight for humanity's future.

In the wake of the Qhan of Kil'Dur's assassination by a zealous cult, Earth faces a catastrophic threat as a devastating alien species is unleashed by the Qhan's bereaved mate. Amidst this chaos emerges Calla Shepherd, an 18-year-old misfit whose unassuming power becomes the key to mankind's salvation.

Alonso's storytelling weaves together the fantastical with the relatable, making "The Leaven" a compelling read for fans of both genres. With an engaging plot and a strong, relatable protagonist in Calla Shepherd, this book promises to captivate readers from the first page to the last.

As a woman who loves horror and sci-fi, I couldn't put "The Leaven" down. Its gripping storyline and well-developed characters kept me hooked until the very end. I ended up purchasing the hardcover edition for my personal library!

The narrator, Rebecca, hit every mark!

Gripping Till the End

The Leaven by Andrew Alonso is a thrilling science fiction novel that follows Calla Shepherd, an 18-year-old with a hidden power crucial to humanity’s survival against a devastating alien threat. Alonso’s storytelling masterfully blends intense action with deep emotional moments, creating a narrative that is both compelling and thought-provoking. This book is a must-read for fans of heroism and resilience in the face of overwhelming odds.