A Celtic medieval kingdom…A neurodivergent apothecary…And the unexpected discovery of renewal.Magic had once been Mortain McKinnon's constant companion, until it was cruelly stolen from him, leaving him adrift between the warlock he was and the man he fears he will never become.But when a runaway carriage careens through the market and threatens innocent lives, Mortain is forced to confront the harsh reality that he can no longer save others as he once could.That is, until he meets Clarinda, a fierce telekinetic witch whose abilities are unlike anything he's ever seen before.As their paths become entwined, Mortain must learn to embrace a new kind of strength, one rooted not in magic but in courage, compassion, and the unexpected bond forming between them. But is renewal merely survival…or is it the beginning of a far greater calling?From award-winning author Mackenzie Flohr, The Rite of Renewal is set in the epic, fantasy world of The Rite of Wands.Discover this powerful story of healing, love, and rediscovered purpose that will leave readers on the edge of their seats until the very end.
