The Power of A Myth

Glacial Blood #8

by Anna Edwards

Molly Hughes lost the man she loved almost forty years ago when he chose to take part in a deadly war which saw humans fighting humans. He died a hero, and she retreated to the silent sanctuary of the Glacial Blood National Park. She's feeling her age now and knows she needs the pack’s help. What she doesn't count on is the ghost that walks through her front door.

Hayden Eckert was a war hero, and when an explosion destroyed his life, he was called to become a higher being. But the dragon’s bone prophecy was too powerful to contain, and he's been forced to spend most of his life imprisoned for fear of the damage he could cause. Is this now his time to shine? Or will his guilt at losing the woman he loved consume him?

Will Molly and Hayden’s story be the true tragedy in the fight against freedom?

Welcome to the bestselling Glacial Blood series, a world of shifters and witches, magic and mayhem, unforgivable lies, and unbreakable love. A world where family is born not only through blood, but a bond. With plenty of threats to come—and a secret that remains untold.

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Published November 3, 2020

About the author

Nestled in the tranquil rural landscape near London, I'm a British author whose journey from the world of accounting to the realm of writing has been nothing short of transformative. While I occasionally revisit my numbers-oriented past, my days are predominantly filled with the harmonious dance between crafting compelling narratives and tending to my cherished family—my husband, two children, and a lively household of four cats and one dog
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In those rare leisure moments, you'll find me lost in the enchanting world of poetry, delighting in the creation (and indulgence) of decadent cakes or fervently capturing moments through the lens of my camera.

Writing emerged as my beacon of hope in navigating the labyrinth of depression and anxiety. My insatiable love for literature and the boundless horizon of travel infuses my tales with the rich tapestry of my adventures. I strive to breathe life into my stories with an air of authenticity that resonates with readers.

Within the pages of my books, you'll encounter heroes exuding charisma and rugged allure, heroines embodying both grace and tenacity, all enveloped in the cloak of dramatic suspense.


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Reviews

[Wall to Wall Bookshelves · Rating 5 out of 5]

Anna Edwards just pulled me right back into the Glacial Blood world with this brilliantly intense addition to the series. 

Molly and Hayden’s story is heart breaking and quite emotional but so bittersweet. For them it's a second chance at a life and love they should've had. 
For the Glacial Blood pack it's an eye opening revelation of what needs to be done and things to come.

With the end of the Glacial Blood series getting closer, I'm on tenterhooks wondering what the end will bring. 
I'm not sure I'm ready for this series to end.

[Hanan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hayden and Molly’s story broke my heart.
I love the way they met.
It highlights their compassion and caring nature.
The short about of time they had together was happy.
Even though they were in a bad situation.
Their short lived happiness is hard to bear.
Their destiny to fulfill for the greater good will have them a part for decades.
Hayden and Molly each have a role that needs to be completed and seen to the end.
Before fate will bring them back together again.
A beautiful love story of endurance and sacrifice.

[Gladys · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was kind of surprising and in a very good way. I felt that this book offered a unique story that went straight for your heart, so try to prepare for tons of feels. It was easy to feel for Molly and Hayden and my heart ached terribly for them. This second chance at love romance is short but very intense and emotional. This is my candid, volitional review.

[Teri · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don't know what it is about this series that just steals my heart but each story does just that. War brought them together the first time and tore them apart in the next breath. Their love was meant to be seeing as they were mates but fate had other plans for them. A story of sacrifice, commitment and love that transcends it's a great read although of course much to short (only because I greedily wanted more). I love this pack of mis-fits and as each ones story is revealed they become embedded in your hearts. The war is being fought and each battle draws them closer to the end. It's time for truths to be revealed and the past to come to terms in the present. Mollie and Hayden have played their roles and given up much now it's time, hope you're ready.

[Badh · Rating 5 out of 5]

This may be my favorite one out of this whole series. And I really do like this series a lot. But, it's a whole second chance, fated mates, reunion kinda vibe, and I really, really like that.

My heart broke for both Hayden and Molly. They were placed in horrible positions. Sure, it was for the greater good, but, let's face it, the greater good sucks sometimes.

I can't wait to see what happens next, because daaaaayuuum.

[Spunky N Sassy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Spunky N Sassy Rating: 4.0

~~~~~~~~~~Tracy's ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review~~~~~~~~~~

This story was so good and it just made me feel so many emotions. I love these characters and and every story I read and find out more about the Glacial Blood family I love it so much more.

[Heather Dee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow this book this series this world is everything I have loved lost fought wars and loved in each and every book in this series and this book is no exception Anna Edwards drags u in to a world u don't want to leave I loved every minute of it !

[Teresa Lara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this series
Hayden and Molly grabbed my heart
Intense emotional broken heartstopping 2nd chance all the feels
Cant wait need more Brayden and Selene

[Sheena · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love this series with it’s wonderfully imagined alternative world filled with magical beings. This book is the eighth in the series, the penultimate story, and a fabulous addition to the collection.

I absolutely love the two main characters: Hayden is a selfless hero who puts honour and duty above all else, and Molly is a strong, independant and courageous woman. Their love story spans a lifetime, but death and sacrifice leave it unfulfilled and broken. The heroes and heroines of the Glacial Blood Pack are finding their happy ever afters, couple by couple, but a future for Hayden and Molly lies in the balance.

A phenomenal series and story, not to be missed...I received an early copy of this book from the author.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Molly and Hayden's love story is an emotional one and I was cheering from the start that they would get their HEA. They both have gone through so much in their lifetimes but their love for each other endured decades of separation. If you have been reading this series from the beginning then you know what I mean when I say that with each book Anna Edwards writes I feel as if the characters come to life and they become a part of you. Molly and Hayden's story is a heartbreakingly beautiful one and one of my favorites from this series. I definitely recommend you read it so you can fall in love with all the amazing characters Anna Edwards has created too. I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book.

[Bobbi Wagner · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the eighth book in this series and it keeps getting better and better. I loved this book and I highly suggest reading all of the books in this series. This is an author that is one of my favorites. Her writing skills and attention to details make her stories feel realistic. This book is no different. This is a well developed story that is a second chance romance story. This is Molly and Hayden's story. They pulled in right from the beginning and kept engaged to the end. They took me on an emotional roller coaster that kept me turning pages fast. Their story is one of romance and heart break. They have awesome chemistry and made great connectable characters. I highly recommend this book and this author. You won't regret picking up this book and this series.

[Yvonne Eason · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story has alot going off. More secrets being revealed to help the pack in its fight against Nuka and his pack. I was captured in the story from the beginning.

Behind all the drama lies the love of two people. Hayden and Molly. Who would know that true love would take them on the path that it did? Fate and destiny are cruel. Snatching away the little time they had together. But destined for bigger things they are brought together again 52 years later.

The war is about to start and the pack is about to become stronger. However, will they win? I can't wait for the finL book in the series to find out who will survive the war Nuka has started with the humans. I know what I am betting on.

[Carmela Dimattia · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have not read any of the other books in this series but I most definitely have to because this book blew me away. Hayden and Molly’s story truly broke my heart because they are meant to be together but life has other plans for them until they can be together again. They are both beautiful characters who had a short amount of time together. This story will stay will me for some time to come because of these amazing characters and story line. I cannot express how much I loved this story. Thank you Anna Edwards for an amazing 5 star read.

I received an arc copy and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.

[Cassie Ashford · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a second chance love story supernatural style. Hayden and Molly met under volatile circumstances in Vietnam. Molly knew he was her mate and had him for such a short time. However her mate connection has never been fully severed and it’s driven her crazy not knowing what’s happened to her mate all these years.

The war is at their doorstep and the beast at has landed there is one she never expected. Her mate. Her human mate. Alive. So many secrets. So much needs to be explained. How can he be alive?

Someone steps in and gives them their second chance at life and lets them start over as they were when they met. They deserve it given all that they have sacrificed.

[Ola Adamska · Rating 5 out of 5]

Second chance romance - it's something that I have soft spot for, and mostly make me feel full emotions, and here was the same case. Molly is not young anymore, but she met her mate in her young days and now she just wants to live on her own. Hayden has a secret, or rather he was given a secret.
After finding each other in a very strange place, then separating and finding each other after seventy years - can their love survive?
Let's add to it shifters and the mighty power that can change future plans of any being.
This book was the best one I read in this series IMO.

[Sharon · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.75 stars
This is the eighth book in the Glacial Blood series and it is Molly and Hayden’s story. It is a second chance at love that began during the Vietnam War when Hayden brought his best friend to Molly’s hospital. It was love at first sight but alas, the war would leave them hollow and alone. Fast forward fifty-two years and things have changed but the love that burned bright all those years ago begins to reignite. Can their love survive after everything they have been through? I volunteered to read a copy of this book.

[Ashley Carr, LSoR · Rating 5 out of 5]

Something is special about this series and I can’t quite put my finger on it but it simply works. Hayden and Molly have a love you write about. Molly is strong, independent and courageous. Hayden puts honor above duty so selflessly. It truly broke my heart when these two couldn’t be together, life had other plans for them. They were meant to be because they were mates but Fate is a fickle thing, with all the love and sacrifice surely they get a HEA?

[Mari (Mystics & Metaphysics Book Blog) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Molly and Hayden broke my heart and I hope we get to see them again. This is not your typical love story as the story arc between each book flows together. These characters have a love that transcends time and I couldn't quite believe what was happening. It's sweet and heart wrenching but with fate you can never know what will happen. Be prepared.

[Lisa Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow this is emotional with all the feels and what Hayden and Molly had to endure was tragic but it was their fate as so much time passed and being reunited just whoa now that love is strong and the sacrifices they had to make.
This is one of my Favorites writing is great and I truly love these two, this will touch every part of you.

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

So this is a second chance love story and wow this pulled me right in. Loved reading Molly’s and Hayden’s story. This one kind of hit me right in the heart. Overall loved this story and I want to see where this series leads me next. Definitely recommend. Anna Edwards Is a must read author. Loved this story.

[Breen · Rating 5 out of 5]

“I loved this series so much since the very beginning and this book blew me away. Hayden and Molly melted my heart with their story. I loved how different it was from my usual read and it was delightful to read this emotional ride.”

[Sue MacKenzie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some myths are real

So glad to read that Miss Molly had not waited in vain.
As all in this series this full of family and sacrifice but that ending Woah!
Can't wait for the next one from one of my favorite author's.

[Ashley Martinez (ilovebooksandstuffblog) · Rating 4 out of 5]

The Power of a Myth

A short story that tells Molly’s story and more about the prophecy and multi-shifters. The final showdown is coming up who will win and what will the world become?

[Paula Genereau]

I absolutely loved this book. It was amazing and kept me wanting more. This whole series is pretty amazing

[Vikki Purcell · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book will have you hooked from the start to end. Hayden and Molly grabbed your heart. This is an intense emotional broken heartstopping 2nd chance all the feels

[evieo17 · Rating 4 out of 5]

My heart went out to Molly and Hayden for those years they were apart. I’m glad they got their HEA.

[Sarah Van acker]

Anna Edwards did it again, another great story in what is one off my favorite series out there.