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The Fire-Heart: Order Has a Cost

The Fire-Heart: Order Has a Cost - Paperback

by T. T. Manning
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Availability:In StockContributor:T. T. ManningSeries:The Burden of PowerAudience:Young AdultPublish date:2/1/2026Pages:276
Languages:EnglishPublisher:T. T. ManningISBN-13:9798994791806UPC:9798994791806Book Category:Young Adult FictionBook Subcategory:Magical Realism, FantasyBook Topic:Dark Fantasy, EpicSize:8.00 x 5.00 x 0.62 inchesWeight:0.277Product ID:SC6G5GN9NW

The Fire-Heart is the story of four lives caught within four different systems; each one claiming authority over who they are allowed to be.

  • One answers to governing rule.
  • One to the structure of education.
  • One to moral judgment.
  • And one exists under the shadow of taboo.

Bound by forces larger than themselves, they learn to navigate control, expectation, and fear; until the moment power shifts from system to individual. When that happens, the rules change. And so does everything else.

Their journeys intertwine as friendships are tested, trust is earned, and bonds grow stronger under pressure. But power does not promise salvation. It demands decisions, sacrifices, and consequences that cannot be undone.

Some will rise, others will break.

And some may not live long enough to see the world change.

Languages:EnglishPublisher:T. T. ManningISBN-13:9798994791806UPC:9798994791806Book Category:Young Adult FictionBook Subcategory:Magical Realism, FantasyBook Topic:Dark Fantasy, EpicSize:8.00 x 5.00 x 0.62 inchesWeight:0.277Product ID:SC6G5GN9NW
Manning, T. T.: - T. T. Manning is an indie fantasy author who blends classic epic fantasy elements with emotionally grounded storytelling and richly imagined worlds. Drawing inspiration from a lifelong love of books, gaming, and puzzle-solving, his stories explore the cost of order, the weight of duty, and the quiet strength found in loyalty and sacrifice.Born in Syracuse, New York, and raised across multiple cultures and locations, Manning's experiences have shaped his fascination with identity, belonging, and the bonds that form under pressure. His work reflects a deep appreciation for world-building, character-driven narratives, and the moral complexity that defines lasting fantasy tales.The Fire-Heart: Order Has a Cost is his debut novel and the first entry in a larger interconnected series. Written with both longtime fantasy readers and newcomers in mind, the novel balances action, heart, and immersive lore while maintaining a strong focus on character relationships.When not writing, Manning works in education and enjoys spending time with his family, exploring creative projects, and revisiting the stories-both written and interactive-that first sparked his imagination. He believes stories are meant to be shared, discussed, and lived alongside readers, not locked behind gates of prestige.T. T. Manning writes with the belief that every journey matters, especially the ones taken quietly, one page at a time.
Publisher: T. T. Manning

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2nd World Wide Edition

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T. T. Manning

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T. T. Manning

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