Absent Fate Series by Jenica Saren

One small mistake could cost you your life. A big one could cost the lives of many. Every first Harvest Moon of the year, when the veil between the living and the dead is most pliable, three generations of modern witches in the Syntyche coven pool their magic to commune with their ancient ancestors. This year, however, is different. On the day of the ritual, Kismet's mother and grandmother vanish without a trace, even the essence of their souls hidden and unreachable... moreOne small mistake could cost you your life. A big one could cost the lives of many. Every first Harvest Moon of the year, when the veil between the living and the dead is most pliable, three generations of modern witches in the Syntyche coven pool their magic to commune with their ancient ancestors. This year, however, is different. On the day of the ritual, Kismet's mother and grandmother vanish without a trace, even the essence of their souls hidden and unreachable. Kismet knows what she has to do, she knows the risk of pushing the veil on her own. But what will it cost her? Her body? Her soul? Both? And what would it take to get those things back? It's a matter of life or death for not only Kismet, but the whole world. It's a race against a dozen different clocks and she has to find a way to right the wrongs she started, all while staying alive. And are witch hunters supposed to make the whole thing easier? Don't count on it. less

Kismet was a normal college student with good grades, a best friend, a mother and grandmother, and an ordinary life. Well, as normal as being a witch in the infamous Syntyche coven can be. At least, she was before she died. When Kismet's mother and grandmother go missing, the threads of a deadly plot from within the coven begin to unravel, and, after a dangerous attempt to find her family, she loses it all. Her family. Her life. Her body. But her soul? It isn't giving up so easily... moreKismet was a normal college student with good grades, a best friend, a mother and grandmother, and an ordinary life. Well, as normal as being a witch in the infamous Syntyche coven can be. At least, she was before she died. When Kismet's mother and grandmother go missing, the threads of a deadly plot from within the coven begin to unravel, and, after a dangerous attempt to find her family, she loses it all. Her family. Her life. Her body. But her soul? It isn't giving up so easily. Then, there are the four witch hunters who aren't all that they appear to be, harbouring secrets that could either save Kismet's people or destroy them all. It's up to her to figure out which one it will be, with the fate of her coven resting on her shoulders. And her attachment to the four of them is supposed to make things easier? Think again. less

One mistake can be forgiven. The rest will haunt you into the afterlife. Witch or ghost? This is the question when it comes to Kismet Syntyche... moreOne mistake can be forgiven. The rest will haunt you into the afterlife. Witch or ghost? This is the question when it comes to Kismet Syntyche. Once upon a time, she'd been both, but through a twisted turn of fate, has she become something else entirely? As if fighting the former High Priestess of the Syntyche coven, preparing for the march of the army she's building, and juggling her feelings for four witch hunters wasn't enough, thanks to Kismet's mistake, she has more to worry about than ever before. The life of one of her own hangs in the balance and it's up to Kismet to make the choice between the fate of the entire world and the life of one person. Can she do it? Or is there a third option waiting in darkness that could save everyone at the expense of her own soul? With her family busy planning to counter the Banshee Queen's nefarious plans, the decision rests solely on Kismet's shoulders. And her indecision over her feelings for the four witch hunters is supposed to help? Definitely not. This instalment is novella-length and may be extended at a later date. less