In a future unraveling from war, disease, and environmental collapse, Dr. Eve Gillespie clings to her work as society’s last hope. As one of the lead architects behind a new line of synthetic beings, her mission is simple: help humanity survive. But when one of her creations resurfaces under violent, inexplicable circumstances, Eve uncovers a deeper threat, one that could hasten the end of everything.
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On the run and out of time, Eve must place her trust in Aden, a prototype android capable of real emotion, doubt, and sacrifice. As the world descends into chaos, their journey becomes a trial of survival, faith, and what it means to carry the future. The Trial of Flame and Dusk blends cinematic sci-fi with emotional depth in a powerful debut novel about collapse, connection, and the remnants of hope.
​Ryan’s storytelling style combines grounded science fiction with emotional nuance, atmospheric worldbuilding, and a cinematic sense of pacing.
This book marks the beginning of the Eve Descending trilogy, a saga of collapse, memory, and the remnants of what makes us human.
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Perfect for readers who enjoy the haunting atmosphere of Blade Runner, the emotional grit of The Road, and the high-stakes tension of Red Rising. The Trial of Flame and Dusk delivers a cinematic, character-driven sci-fi story set in the ruins of a dying world.
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