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Goddess’s Choice (The Children of the Gods Origins Book 1) Kindle Edition

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"Best Adult Paranormal Romance Series Ever!!!!! Masterfully written!! This is my most favorite series EVER!! I love the characters!!Lucas is a masterful tantalizer!! I don't know what I'm going to do when this series comes to an end! It'll be like withdrawing from an addictive drug!! Write on I.T.!"

"Lucas strikes again! Her characters are compelling and alive. The plot is a page turner. Her writing style is fluid. This series is unique and Lucas takes her place among the greats."

"Wow! Yet Another Awesome Book! Goddess's Choice is a fantastic addition to the Children of the Gods paranormal romance series. It takes the reader deeper still into the amazing and addictive world that I.T. Lucas has crafted. Seriously -- it gets harder and harder to wait for the next release in this series! Pieces of the puzzle that are woven throughout each of the other books that have been written so far are filled in here. Once again, the author delivered another book that has so many possibilities of what could happen next. That's one of the best reasons to read The Children of the Gods."
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Since the dawn of human civilization, two warring factions of immortals have been secretly shaping its destiny. This is the story of Annani, the goddess who chose to follow her heart and by doing so altered the course of history.
The tale would sound familiar to most mortals, as its distorted echoes were recorded in the traditions of several cultures. Written in various languages, the names of the players were changed, and the story was adapted to fit different agendas, different moralities, different set of beliefs. It became a myth. But as all timeless myths go, at its core was a true story.

There was a time when gods lived among the mortals. They bestowed their benevolence, providing knowledge and culture and helping humanity establish an advanced, moral, and just society. In gratitude, the people worshiped the gods, expressing their adoration with offerings of their best goods and their freely donated labor.
The gods had unimaginable powers. They could cast powerful illusions that fooled the minds of thousands, projecting thoughts and images into the unsuspecting, inferior minds of mortals, and influencing everything from moods, to moral conduct, to a call to battle, and all the way to divine revelation and inspiration. Physically, they were perfect. Their bodies never aged, and their injuries healed in mere moments, but they could still die. Even a god couldn't survive decapitation.

They were few. The limited gene pool combined with an extremely low conception rate prompted the gods to seek compatible mates among the mortals. Those unions proved to be fruitful, and many immortal children were born. But when those children took human mates, their children were born human. Upon closer examination, their scientists found a way to activate the dormant, godly genes, but only for the children of the female immortals. The children of the males were sadly doomed to mortality. Nevertheless, it didn’t take long for immortals to vastly outnumber the gods, and since they inherited many of the godly powers, they became a force to reckon with.

Annani, the daughter of the leading couple and one of the few pureblood children born to the gods, became the most coveted young goddess. Her mate would one day rule by her side. Mortdh, the son of her father's half-brother and her official intended, was amassing an army of immortals. By promising him Annani, her father sought to appease Mortdh and prevent war over succession. Except, Morthd was not going to wait patiently for her father to step down, war was inevitable, and Annani refused to be sacrificed for a tenuous peace that wasn’t going to last. She was going to fight for her right to choose her mate, and the one she desired was Khiann, the son of a less prominent family who on the face of things didn't stand a chance.

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THE CHILDREN OF THE GODS ORIGINS
  • Goddess's Choice
  • Goddess's Hope

THE CHILDREN OF THE GODS

Dark Stranger
  • Dark Stranger The Dream
  • Dark Stranger Revealed
  • Dark Stranger Immortal
Dark Enemy
  • Dark Enemy Taken
  • Dark Enemy Captive
  • Dark Enemy Redeemed
Kri & Michael's Story
  • My Dark Amazon
Dark Warrior
  • Dark Warrior Mine
  • Dark Warrior's Promise
  • Dark Warrior's Destiny
  • Dark Warrior's Legacy
Dark Guardian
  • Dark Guardian Found
  • Dark Guardian Craved
  • Dark Guardian's Mate
Dark Angel
  • Dark Angel's Obsession
  • Dark Angel's Seduction
  • Dark Angel's Surrender
Dark Operative
  • Dark Operative: A Shadow of Death
  • Dark Operative: A Glimmer of Hope
  • Dark Operative: The Dawn of Love
Dark Survivor
  • Dark Survivor Awakened
  • Dark Survivor Echoes of Love
  • Dark Survivor Reunited
Dark Widow
  • Dark Widow's Secret
  • Dark Widow's Curse
  • Dark Widow's Blessing
Dark Dream
  • Dark Dream's Temptation
  • Dark Dream's Unraveling
  • Dark Dream's Trap
Dark Prince
  • Dark Prince's Enigma
  • Dark Prince's Dilemma
  • Dark Prince's Agenda
Dark Queen
  • Dark Queen's Quest
  • Dark Queen's Knight
  • Dark Queen's Army
Dark Spy
  • Dark Spy Conscripted
  • Dark Spy's Mission
  • Dark Spy's Resolution
Dark Overlord
  • Dark Overlord New Horizon 
  • Dark Overlord's Wife
  • Dark Overlord's Clan
THE PERFECT MATCH SERIES
  • Perfect Match 1: Vampire's Consort
  • Perfect Match 2: King's Chosen
  • Perfect Match 3: Captain's Conquest

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07CPLYPHC
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ ; 2nd edition (June 8, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 8, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2.4 MB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 298 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 2,313 ratings

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Isabell T. Lucas is the bestselling, top-10 Kindle All-Star author of the Children of the Gods and Perfect Match series. In addition to action, mystery, and sizzling romance, her stories blend paranormal elements with mythology, ancient civilizations, alternative history, and contemporary science. Her idea of bliss is relaxing with a great cup of coffee and a good book.

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☞ LATEST RELEASE: Dark Rebel's Mystery -->See below a complete list of books:

THE CHILDREN OF THE GODS ORIGINS

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• Goddess’s Choice

• Goddess’s Hope

THE CHILDREN OF THE GODS

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DARK STRANGER

• Dark Stranger The Dream

• Dark Stranger Revealed

• Dark Stranger Immortal

DARK ENEMY

• Dark Enemy Taken

• Dark Enemy Captive

• Dark Enemy Redeemed

MY DARK AMAZON

DARK WARRIOR

• Dark Warrior Mine

• Dark Warrior’s Promise

• Dark Warrior’s Destiny

• Dark Warrior’s Legacy

DARK GUARDIAN

• Dark Guardian Found

• Dark Guardian Craved

• Dark Guardian’s Mate

DARK ANGEL

• Dark Angel's Obsession

• Dark Angel's Seduction

• Dark Angel's Surrender

DARK OPERATIVE

• Dark Operative: A Shadow of Death

• Dark Operative: A Glimmer of Hope

• Dark Operative: The Dawn of Love

DARK SURVIVOR

• Dark Survivor Awakened

• Dark Survivor Echoes of Love

• Dark Survivor Reunited

DARK WIDOW

• Dark Widow’s Secret

• Dark Widow’s Curse

• Dark Widow’s Blessing

DARK DREAM

• Dark Dream’s Temptation

• Dark Dream’s Unraveling

• Dark Dream’s Trap

DARK PRINCE

• Dark Prince’s Enigma

• Dark Prince’s Dilemma

• Dark Prince’s Agenda

DARK QUEEN

• Dark Queen’s Quest

• Dark Queen’s Knight

• Dark Queen’s Army

DARK SPY

• Dark Spy Conscripted

• Dark Spy’s Mission

• Dark Spy’s Resolution

DARK OVERLORD

• Dark Overlord New Horizon

• Dark Overlord’s Wife

• Dark Overlord’s Clan

DARK CHOICES

• Dark Choices The Quandary

• Dark Choices Paradigm Shift

• Dark Choices The Accord

DARK SECRETS

• Dark Secrets Resurgence

• Dark Secrets Unveiled

• Dark Secrets Absolved

DARK HAVEN

• Dark Haven Illusion

• Dark Haven Unmasked

• Dark Haven Found

DARK POWER

• Dark Power Untamed

• Dark Power Unleashed

• Dark Power Convergence

DARK MEMORIES

• Dark Memories Submerged

• Dark Memories Emerge

• Dark Memories Restored

DARK HUNTER

• Dark Hunter’s Query

• Dark Hunter’s Prey

• Dark Hunter’s Boon

DARK GOD

• Dark God’s Avatar

• Dark God’s Reviviscence

• Dark God Destinies Converge

DARK WHISPERS

• Dark Whispers From The Past

• Dark Whispers From Afar

• Dark Whispers From Beyond

DARK GAMBIT

• Dark Gambit The Pawn

• Dark Gambit The Play

• Dark Gambit Reliance

DARK ALLIANCE

• Dark Alliance Kindred Souls

• Dark Alliance Turbulent Waters

• Dark Alliance Perfect Storm

DARK HEALING

• Dark Healing Blind Justice

• Dark Healing Blind Trust

• Dark Healing Blind Curve

DARK ENCOUNTERS

• Dark Encounters of the Close Kind

• Dark Encounters of the Unexpected Kind

• Dark Encounters of the Fated Kind

DARK VOYAGE

• Dark Voyage Matters of the Heart

• Dark Voyage Matters of the Mind

• Dark Voyage Matters of the Soul

DARK HORIZON

• Dark Horizon New Dawn

• Dark Horizon Eclipse of the Heart

• Dark Horizon The Witching Hour

DARK WITCH

•Dark Witch Entangled Fates

•Dark Witch Twin Destinies

•Dark Witch Resurrection

DARK AWAKENING

•Dark Awakening: New World

•Dark Awakening: Hidden Currents

•Dark Awakening: Echoes of Destiny

DARK PRINCESS

•Dark Princess: Shadows

•Dark Princess: Emerging

•Dark Princess: Ascending

DARK REBEL

•Dark Rebel's Mystery

•Dark Rebel's Reckoning

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PERFECT MATCH SERIES

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• Vampire’s Consort

• King’s Chosen

• Captain’s Conquest

• The Thief Who Loved Me

• My Merman Prince

• The Dragon King

• My Werewolf Romeo

• The Channeler's Companion

• The Valkyrie & The Witch

• Adina and the Magic Lamp

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Customers enjoy the engaging storyline and find the characters well-developed. They appreciate the writing style and world-building, finding the humor and playfulness enjoyable. The imagination and creative endeavors of the author are praised. Readers describe the romance as sweet and beautiful.

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57 customers mention "Story quality"57 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the engaging story. They find the beginning interesting and engrossing, with a creative and original storyline. The book is described as an excellent start to the Goddess's story, with excitement and passion throughout.

"...continue allowing me to follow the characters and you’ve created amazing plots and a story line that can continue indefinitely I hope...." Read more

"Good to read the love story of Khiann and Annani. They were so sweet together. It’s a shame that she lost her true love mate...." Read more

"...But all in all it was a very interesting beginning. It held my interest from beginning to end...." Read more

"...Beside that, love the story line, is intriguing, funny, romantic, and very sad. Highly recomand residing in order." Read more

21 customers mention "Character development"21 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the character development in the book. They find the characters fun, sexy, and well-written. The book allows readers to connect with each character's emotions and experiences. Readers appreciate the heroine's wilful and practical side, while the hero is patient and talented.

"...love the fact that with this book and all the others the characters are in each book, sure the new books have different main characters to tell..." Read more

"...Beautifully written and well thought out book, and characters! Cant wait to read Book 2!" Read more

"...Boy, am I glad I did! This book really opens up the character and person of Annani...." Read more

"...Every character is thoughtfully draw our in 3D. Love the way that each book tells the story of one couple." Read more

16 customers mention "Writing style"14 positive2 negative

Customers enjoy the writing style. They praise the well-written story with wonderful characters. Readers appreciate the great detail and can't wait to find out more.

"...everyone which is the most enjoyable, of course along with fabulous writing...." Read more

"...I was not disappointed! Beautifully written and well thought out book, and characters! Cant wait to read Book 2!" Read more

"...That being said, I could tell this author is talented with words & I can recommend this to adult fans of fiction." Read more

"...As always Ms. Lucas' writing is so well done that you actually feel like you are there witnessing the story as it unfolds for you." Read more

14 customers mention "Fantasy"14 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the fantasy world and the book's world-building. They find it interesting to read about the goddess as a young woman and appreciate the author's imagination. The book continues the fun of the children of the gods series.

"...Annani, being a spoiled, but kind and beautiful 17 year old goddess, has no intention of being married off to a god of her father’s choosing, even..." Read more

"...Their love story is beautiful. The world building by Mrs Lucas is amazing. Her imagination seems to know no bounds...." Read more

"Great new world/universe of gods and immortals. Like the main characters a lot, and the writing style is excellent. Very engrossing...." Read more

"...Gods novels, each including an "adult" Annani, it was interesting to read Goddess's Choice and see I. T. Lucas's vision of the teenage Annani, one..." Read more

4 customers mention "Humor"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the humor and playfulness of the book. They find the storyline intriguing and fun to read.

"...Beside that, love the story line, is intriguing, funny, romantic, and very sad. Highly recomand residing in order." Read more

"...It is a joyous time, and this novel reflects that mood!" Read more

"...It was fun to feel her humor and playfulness and experience her first and great love with Khiann...." Read more

"If you like fantasy and romance this is a fun place to escape. As always, read the books in order...." Read more

4 customers mention "Imagination"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the book's imagination. They appreciate the characters, author's creative writing, and imaginative storytelling.

"...The world building by Mrs Lucas is amazing. Her imagination seems to know no bounds...." Read more

"This series was so much fun. I loved the characters, the imagination of the author. There are alit of books but you will love each one" Read more

"I love reading these books. They let my imagination go places I never had before, I can't put them down!!..." Read more

"...The exceptional writing and creative endeavor are demonstrated in each installment. Now, I can't wait for the next one! Thank you I T Lucas" Read more

4 customers mention "Romance"4 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the romance in the book. They find the love beautiful, sweet, and refreshing.

"Good to read the love story of Khiann and Annani. They were so sweet together. It’s a shame that she lost her true love mate...." Read more

"Expected . It’s beautiful and sweet. Romantic and beautiful like a first love should be...." Read more

"...But Khiann at her side she is fearless. Their love is beautiful." Read more

"I loved the story of young love ,refreshing, sexy and I can't wait for the next part of her early life!!!!" Read more

3 customers mention "Book addition"3 positive0 negative

Customers like the book addition. They say it's a nice addition and addictive.

"...It's too addictive and as for the original series, I only hope and pray hard it would never end!..." Read more

"I so enjoy this series! This book was a great addition to “The Children of the Gods” series to find out how it all started!" Read more

"Love this addition!..." Read more

A Woman Who Knows What or Who She Wants! Go For It!!!
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A Woman Who Knows What or Who She Wants! Go For It!!!
Again I.T. Lucas has definitely held my interest with the prequel Goddess's Choice. While reading all of the Children of the God's other books, Annani's story has always been a curiosity to me... I love her strong will that is shown in her youth, it is becoming her showing how she managed to survive against insurmountable odds after the demise of everyone she loved because of insanity of Mortdh!! Khiann is a hunk and both he and our little goddess deserve to be together... But my heart goes out to Gulan and Esag ! Sheesh! The duty to the family stuff by sacrificing your own happiness for station and money... well to me that is a totality different issue...prochoice here! Following the series I am cheering this prequel because I think I know where it is going, and my girl Gulan has a future... Possibly with another tall red-haired Scotsman who is a body guard in the future??? This inquiring mind is watching... Nuff Said!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on October 30, 2020
    I’ve read all the 44 books in the other series and at 1st it seemed strange to be reading about the beginnings but I quickly got over that. I love series that continue allowing me to follow the characters and you’ve created amazing plots and a story line that can continue indefinitely I hope. I also love the fact that with this book and all the others the characters are in each book, sure the new books have different main characters to tell their stories but you included everyone which is the most enjoyable, of course along with fabulous writing. I am not good at writing reviews so this really encompasses all your books. That said, this one and book 2 are a different series and you are the 1st author that I have liked all the books and I read A LOT. It’s realistic for being not real, you present the emotions and actions of your characters in a good believable way that’s not over done or corny, it makes me wish for a love like your characters have found which I never thought was possible.
    Thank you
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  • Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2024
    Simply put, this series has me consumed!! I’m devouring each page like there’s no tomorrow and the best thing is there are soooo many books in this series!! Yayyy Meeee!!!
  • Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2023
    Good to read the love story of Khiann and Annani. They were so sweet together. It’s a shame that she lost her true love mate. This book, thankfully, doesn’t delve into that tragic aspect though
  • Reviewed in the United States on July 16, 2024
    This is my second time reading this 2 book series and it's much better the second time around. I've read all 85 in this series as well as the other off shoot peripheral series and I have to say this is my favorite series of books I've read in my life time After reading 85 books and going back this books makes much more sense to me now and puts much into perspective. My wish is the books were released faster and my hope is that a TV series will be made out of this someday!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on January 7, 2024
    As the only true daughter of the god, Annani has been promised to another since she was young. The problem is they have not met and he is a ruthless god who only sees her as a means to an end, gaining dominion. She longs for love and the fates help her find it.
  • Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2021
    It’s ok, I skimmed through a lot of it as I got a bit bored. No real likeable characters to be honest.
  • Reviewed in the United States on July 11, 2018
    This was great! After 18 books, we finally get the whole back story as to how it all began. Annani, being a spoiled, but kind and beautiful 17 year old goddess, has no intention of being married off to a god of her father’s choosing, even if it might stave off a war amongst the gods. She knows he has no interest in her except to ascend the throne when her father steps down. She is in love with her ‘true mate’, Khiann, and, since their laws state that she can choose a true mate over a match, she does so. Thus setting off the chain of events that resulted in the division of the gods - Annani and her clan, dedicated to the enlightenment and advancement of the human race and Mortdh, who believes that humans (and women, in general) are inferior and made to serve and breed. My daily prayers to the gods are for Annani!!
    I still find it fascinating that the ‘gods’ seem to be just another race of beings from ‘elsewhere’. It would be great to hear about THAT backstory. Especially why a group of immortal beings (with an intense! libido) found it necessary to instill into their bodies a way to addict their partners to themselves by the venom they inject with a bite during sex. I hope to hear more about this in between the rest of the current day stories!
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  • Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2021
    I liked it! It wasn’t bad at all! At times I found her acting kind of childish, but I had to remind myself that she was still very young. But all in all it was a very interesting beginning. It held my interest from beginning to end. I’m very interested to see how everything will work out in the next book. Morthd has got to go! Guy is no good at all! Plus I need to find out what’s going to happen to Gulan. Like come on I need to know she is going to get her happy ending! So on to the next one!!

    Happy reading!! 🖤🖤
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Top reviews from other countries

  • bertha march
    5.0 out of 5 stars BEST BOOKS EVER.
    Reviewed in Canada on March 30, 2023
    I TRULY CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF THESE BOOKS SO GOOD YOU HAVE TO READ THEM FOR YOURSELF. They keep me going in this crazy world.
  • Mrs Hopski
    5.0 out of 5 stars Annanai & Kianni
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 23, 2024
    I Love the princess!!
    I love her as the Mother
    She young and exuberant full of fun, love, happiness, and mischievousness

    I know what the inevitable outcome is going to come but I need to follow the collection to find out how we'll get there.

    Keep up the writing im loving the series.x
  • KindleLes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting …and fantastic background to The Children of The Gods books
    Reviewed in Australia on April 30, 2022
    Having read books 1-60 in The Children of The Gods series of books (which I could not put down), I didn’t think it necessary to read Goddess’s Choice because of information given throughout the series. I was so wrong. As I impatiently wait for book 61, I thought I’d have a read of this and absolutely loved it. It also contains loads of information that is important (some extremely important) that couldn’t have been known by any characters in books 1-60. I’ve just finished it, have bought Goddess’s Hope (book 2 in this series) and can’t wait to get into it. I thoroughly recommend all of IT Lucas’s books, which I would rate with 10 Stars if I could.
  • Jennie Smith
    5.0 out of 5 stars Buckle up......absolutely fantastic series
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 9, 2022
    This has become one of my favourite series, it is truly brilliant, I am now on book 60 something and still wait each new release like a child waiting for Christmas. I love Nora Roberts, kresley cole, gena showalter, Stephanie Hudson and not IT Lucas, jumped to the top of my favourite author list. Brilliant you won't be disappointed
  • Tiffany Steinert
    5.0 out of 5 stars loved it
    Reviewed in Australia on March 4, 2020
    such a great backstory.
    I was inpatient to get to certain parts lol
    I jumped from children of the gods the dark prince section to get the backstory needed before continuing lol. I recommend starting with this then continuing with the children books then jumping for Areanas book

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