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Demons and DNA (Amplifier Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Meghan Ciana Doidge (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.6 out of 5 stars 901 ratings
We had run.
We had adapted.
And when our magic came back, we changed course again. Hiding instead of running, knowing that we needed to remain hidden from the Collective. Knowing that our lives, our freedom, depended on it.
Then the sorcerer showed up, drained and disoriented. And when my past came quickly following him, I had to make another choice.
Fight or flight.
Continue to deny the power that resided in my blood, in my DNA. Remain perpetually caught between being Amp5 and Emma Johnson.
Or face my demons.
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Demons and DNA by Meghan Ciana Doidge is the first novel (75k) in the Amplifier series, which is set in the Adept Universe along with the Dowser, the Oracle, and the Reconstructionist series.

Reading order of the Amplifier Series:
• The Amplifier Protocol (Amplifier 0)
• Close to Home (Amplifier 0.5)
• Demons and DNA (Amplifier 1)
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    372 pages
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  5. Publication date
    April 30, 2019
  6. File size
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07PV6NBGF
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Old Man in the CrossWalk Productions
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 30, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 8.2 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 372 pages
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1927850954
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  • Book 1 of 6 ‏ : ‎ Amplifier
  • Customer Reviews:
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Meghan Ciana Doidge

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Meghan Ciana Doidge writes tales of true love conquering all, even death. Though sometimes the love is elusive, the vampires and werewolves come out to play in the daylight, and bloody mayhem ensues.

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Customers find this book an enjoyable read with well-developed characters, particularly praising Emma as a great protagonist. The story features lots of action, and one customer notes its unique premise. Customers appreciate the writing style, with one highlighting its tactical/thriller elements, while another mentions how the magic makes sense in the narrative.

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Customers find the book readable and enjoyable, with several mentioning it's the best in the series.

"...Compelling and captivating book, as always." Read more

"...Without giving too much away, this book is an excellent, excellent urban fantasy about Adepts who were trained to basically be mercenaries trying to..." Read more

"The Amplifier books are the BEST so far from the Adept World. You don't need to read every book leading up to this branch/series to enjoy Emma...." Read more

"Very fun read. Lots of action and interesting story can’t wait to see what happens in the next book in the series" Read more

23 customers mention "Character development"23 positive0 negative

Customers love the characters in the book, particularly Emma as the protagonist, and appreciate the detailed backstories that bring them to life.

"...Filled with unique characters and a fascinating storyline, this book delivers an amazing story from start to finish!..." Read more

"...I love the characters so much and my heart goes to each one of them for what they’ve gone through in their lives...." Read more

"...Doidge is a terrific story teller. In the Amplifier books her characters are alive." Read more

"...The action here is intense, the characters are likeable, and there's a nice sprinkling of humor throughout the narrative...." Read more

21 customers mention "Story quality"21 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's story engaging with lots of action and exciting confrontations, with one customer noting its unique premise.

"...MCD does an excellent job of integrating their past into the current story, but you will get some things that might otherwise seem odd...." Read more

"...Compelling and captivating book, as always." Read more

"...I love how it all culminates, leading into the next book...." Read more

"...Doidge is a terrific story teller. In the Amplifier books her characters are alive." Read more

14 customers mention "Writing quality"14 positive0 negative

Customers praise the writing quality of the book, noting that it is well-crafted with magic that makes sense, and one customer particularly appreciates the tactical and thriller elements.

"...I love the kick-ass women she writes, and I love the flaws they battle with...." Read more

"...Emma Magic, mayhem and monsters! Wow, what a tale! Couldn't put it down!" Read more

"Different story line, but same solid writing and character building. I'm going to read the full series even though I know where it's going." Read more

"...Maybe I just needed to be in the right mental space. Well written, great world building, unique premise, and I like the flawed bada$$ main characters..." Read more

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  • Gwen G
    5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing! Another fantastic start to a new series!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2019
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    I could not put this book down! I mean that almost literally. I read this in one afternoon while doing housework.
    Emma is a very different character from other heroines in MCD's adept universe. Socially awkward and emotionally stunted, she can be rather cold and pragmatic. Having been raised by the Collective, bred and trained to be their weapons, she and Christopher live as isolated as possible to avoid detection. After 7 years, Emma's worst fears are realized when Aiden, a sorcerer, is dropped near their town magically drained. Emma is outmaneuvered by Christopher and manipulated into bringing Aiden to their farm so he can recover magically and to wait for the other shoe to drop.

    If you haven't read the prequel to this book, Amplifier 0 & 0.5, you will want to after reading this. It's definitely not required to enjoy the story, but it will give you a lot more background on Emma and the others from her group. MCD does an excellent job of integrating their past into the current story, but you will get some things that might otherwise seem odd. Filled with unique characters and a fascinating storyline, this book delivers an amazing story from start to finish! I can't wait for the next book in this series!
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  • KB
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good continuation of a great universe
    Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2019
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    I really absolutely adore the adept universe that MCD has created. I think I will always devour whatever she publishes related to it. I love the kick-ass women she writes, and I love the flaws they battle with. Emma is so strong - magically, physically and emotionally – but she’s also scared of only being able to live a life that was planned for her, of never being able to build anything of her own that can be forever. I love watching her journey of letting go of complete control to hope for something more. Compelling and captivating book, as always.
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  • Megan
    4.0 out of 5 stars Another Amazing Book from MCD
    Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2022
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    Demons & DNA by Meghan Ciana Doidge @meghancianadoidge
    Book 1 of the Amplifier Series
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    Urban Fantasy, 281 Pages

    Without giving too much away, this book is an excellent, excellent urban fantasy about Adepts who were trained to basically be mercenaries trying to live a quiet life, leaving their past behind them. Wouldn’t you know it, the past comes back to bite them and they have to figure out who, what, and why.

    I love the characters so much and my heart goes to each one of them for what they’ve gone through in their lives. I love how it all culminates, leading into the next book. You don’t necessarily have to read the author’s other series to understand this one, but there are a couple references that you may miss if you haven’t read the rest of her books. Again, they aren’t necessary to enjoy this book.

    I recommend ages 16+ for this book.

    I rate Demons & DNA at 4 out of 5 stars.
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  • Loulou
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best Yet!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 5, 2022
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    The Amplifier books are the BEST so far from the Adept World. You don't need to read every book leading up to this branch/series to enjoy Emma. Doidge is a terrific story teller. In the Amplifier books her characters are alive.
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  • Mary Brannian
    5.0 out of 5 stars Demons and DNA
    Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2023
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    "Aiden was about to see me. See who I really was. That idea equally thrilled and terrified me. Because if the sorcerer was stupid enough to not run when faced with me — the real, whole me — then I might have no choice but to invite him to stay." - Emma

    Magic, mayhem and monsters! Wow, what a tale! Couldn't put it down!
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  • Kindle Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Start this series now!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2025
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    I've only recently found this author and am devouring her books one by one. I finish one and jump into the next immediately. I am going to have SUCH a book hangover when I reach the last book!!!
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  • jhl
    4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining read
    Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2019
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    Doidge has created an engaging world across all her series, and the Amplifier books are no exception. Demons and DNA requires no familiarity with the world as a whole, but there are 2 novellas that should be read first to understand what's going on (The Amplifier Protocol and Close to Home). The action here is intense, the characters are likeable, and there's a nice sprinkling of humor throughout the narrative. The MC tends towards Mary Sue status, although she experiences a fair amount of self-doubt, and I didn't love the way the villain was handled. I'd like to see other characters developed more, and I'll be interested to see if the story ends up interacting with others in Doidge's world.
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  • Greybear's mom
    3.0 out of 5 stars Consistent
    Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2022
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    Different story line, but same solid writing and character building. I'm going to read the full series even though I know where it's going.
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  • R Sampson
    5.0 out of 5 stars loved this book
    Reviewed in Australia on December 13, 2020
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    I really enjoyed ready this book. Held my attention right to the end.
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  • CMC
    5.0 out of 5 stars Tension, Fun &. Fantasy
    Reviewed in Canada on February 17, 2020
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    This book is great. I really enjoyed the twists and magical elements. I liked seeing how Emma had changed and what her new priorities are now. I felt a sense of sadness though. I look forward to reading the next one.
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  • Anna
    5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 20, 2020
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    Very enjoyable, a way to forget madness around you
    Imaginative, colourful, vivid descriptions
    All you’d want in fantasy
    Well written
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  • CI
    4.0 out of 5 stars Predictable but exciting
    Reviewed in Canada on February 28, 2021
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    I started with the amplifier protocol and highly recommended readings the mini stories in order before picking up demons and DNA. Over all the book is fast paced and tugs the heart strings at all the right places. The main character is very relatable despite being one of a kind, and her determination and desire to protect that which she cares for keeps her human and drives the story forward. I am looking forward to buying and reading the next adventure for Emma christian and Paisley (probably my absolute favorite character so far. She's the balance, and despite never speaking she's well written and fierce). This novel is my first of Meghan Doidges but it certainly will not be my last!
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  • Roxy3752
    4.0 out of 5 stars Amplify you enjoyment and read this book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 15, 2020
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    I really enjoyed this book. The series has interesting characters and the plot is interesting. The whole idea of creating a group of interconnected magical assassin's is interesting and watching their lives after they escape that life is very entertaining. I recommend this book to anyone who likes a good read.
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