The Matriarch Matrix: A Historical Sci-Fi Thriller

An ancient legend. A deadly secret. A quest for a power that could reshape the world.

It was always his destiny to save her.

It was always her destiny to die to save us all.

Peter Gollinger, a struggling copy editor, inherits a haunting family legacy—an ancient oral tradition passed down through generations of men, each plagued by unsettling dreams. This legend speaks of a mythical object, hidden within the ruins of the world's oldest temple, Göbekli Tepe, that holds the key to unlocking a powerful secret.

When Zara Khatum, a devout fierce Kurdish warrior haunted by the horrors of her Daesh kidnapping, is thrust into Peter's world, their destinies collide. Their search for the black object leads them through a treacherous labyrinth of global conspiracies, hidden agendas, and ancient mysteries.

Will Zara and Peter uncover the secrets of the black object before it falls into the wrong hands? Will they learn to trust each other, and themselves, before their quest ends in bloodshed?

The Matriarch Matrix is a gripping historical sci-fi thriller which blends:

Dan Brown’s intricate thriller plots revisiting foundational religious myths versus science

Philip K. Dick’s complex mind-bending plots exploring themes of reality, identity, and dystopic futures

“Trencavel succeeds in making a definitive, stand-out science-fantasy thriller with a unique identity all its own. Characters are surprising and remarkable throughout, with a world that feels sinister, yet also hopeful and alive. This new author shows immense promise with this first outing, and proves a point about the need for a multicultural perspective in the West-dominated science fiction and fantasy genres, in this entirely inventive and illuminating work of speculative fiction.”

- Self-Publishing Review 2017

What readers can expect:

Ancient wisdom and modern danger:The story is rooted in a compelling ancient legend that unfolds in a contemporary world, where the stakes are higher than ever.

A formidable duo: Peter, a seemingly ordinary man, and Zara, a hardened warrior, find themselves bound together by a shared destiny, forced to overcome their differences to unravel the secrets of the object.

A race against time: As the world teeters on the brink of war, Zara and Peter must navigate treacherous terrain, evade deadly assassins, and outwit powerful forces seeking to control the object's power.

The true power of women: Zara, a fierce protector of her people, embodies the strength and resilience of a woman fighting for freedom and justice. But a hidden matriarchal legacy will reveal a deeper truth, challenging the very foundation of the legend itself.

Get ready to embark on a journey that will redefine the limits of your imagination.

© 2017 Tail of the Bird Books (Ebook): 9780999335000

Release date

Ebook: 18 September 2017