The Order of the Sacred Vow
The Green Collars (The Lost Dreams of Amorphya)
By: Antwoine, Jasmine P.
A gripping story of faith, power, and the unraveling of reality. In the desolate world of Amorphya, where faith is law and technology a heresy, Portia Cormack is a warrior of The Order—a zealot trained to purge the blasphemous Aquifers who cling to the remnants of lost knowledge. She has been raised to believe in righteousness, in the sacred Graces that whisper destiny to the chosen few. But when a fateful mission reveals cracks in the foundation of her world, Portia finds herself at the precipice of a truth too vast, too terrifying to comprehend. As ancient myths collide with the stark reality of war, she must navigate a treacherous path between blind devotion and the gnawing suspicion that Amorphya is not what it seems. The Aquifers promise salvation through science, but their secrets are just as dangerous as The Order’s fervor. And looming beyond the ideological war is something far older—something watching, waiting. A slow-burn descent into doubt, The Order of the Sacred Vow: The Green Collars is a haunting, atmospheric sci-fi fantasy novella that weaves together deep psychological conflict, brutal ideological warfare, and the eerie sense that the world itself is a lie. For readers of Dune, The Broken Empire, and The Left Hand of Darkness—this is a journey into the dark heart of belief, where the truth is never as it seems.
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Book Overview: "The Order of the Sacred Vow" by Jasmine P. Antwoine
Plot Summary: "The Order of the Sacred Vow: The Green Collars" is the first book in the "Lost Dreams of Amorphya" series by Jasmine P. Antwoine. The story takes place in the world of Amorphya, where the Aquifers Guild, a powerful faction controlling the water trade, is at odds with the Order of the Sacred Vow, a religious movement seeking to dominate Amorphya and suppress technological innovation.
The protagonist, Portia Cormack, has just graduated from the military school of the Order of the Sacred Vow and is preparing for war against the Aquifers Guild. This short fantasy story combines elements of science fiction and adventure, drawing comparisons to works like "The Hunger Games" and "Terminator".
Key Themes:
- Power Struggle: The book explores the conflict between the Aquifers Guild and the Order of the Sacred Vow, highlighting themes of control, power, and the struggle for dominance.
- Religion vs. Technology: The story delves into the tension between religious ideologies and technological advancements, raising questions about the role of faith in society.
- Freedom and Expression: The narrative touches on the importance of freedom of expression and the consequences of suppressing individual beliefs and values.
Critical Reception: The book has received a few reviews, with one notable review on Goodreads:
- Kristina Gallo's Review: This reviewer described the book as a "short cut into New world order" with impressive characters. They noted that the story combines elements of "The Hunger Games" and "Terminator," making it an alert and engaging read. The reviewer also commented on the themes of losing freedom of expression and faith, suggesting that controlling people's beliefs can lead to easy manipulation.
Author's Background: Jasmine P. Antwoine is an author known for her diverse interests in philosophy, history, and futuristic technology. When not writing, she enjoys devouring books on these subjects and dreaming up new worlds.
Publication Details: "The Order of the Sacred Vow: The Green Collars" was published in 2017 by Independently published, with an ISBN of 9781973587712.