The Enlighten Series · Book 1
One moment changed everything.
Now the truth is chasing her.
By Teodorie Agdeppa Ravara and Geordie Ravara
Rianne thought it was just a tragic accident. But nothing about that night adds up.
As her world unravels, buried secrets begin to surface—of protectors, ancient battles, and a power Rianne never asked for.
She’s no longer sure what’s real. Only that something is coming... and it’s not finished with her yet.
The Story
Some losses do not announce themselves. They settle in quietly and change everything.
Setting Sun follows a young person navigating grief, identity, faith, and the expectations placed on them as their world shifts. It is a coming-of-age story about learning who you are when childhood ends sooner than it should.
Dedication
Dedicated to all the young humans who were pushed to do something before they were ready.
Don’t let anyone change who you are, even if those people are the ones that you love.
Themes
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Read the first five chapters — free.
Meet Rianne. Step into the night that changes everything. Then decide if you’re ready for what comes next.
Recognition
During its release period, Setting Sun reached #1 New Release status on Amazon and ranked in the Top 100 Bestsellers across multiple categories.
- #1 New Release in an Amazon Mental Illness category
- Top New Release in Teen & Young Adult Fiction about Mental Illness
- #7 in Teen & Young Adult Fiction about Mental Illness
- #31 in Religious Biblical Fiction
- #58 in Teen & Young Adult Fiction on Depression & Mental Health (Books)
Documented Amazon rankings from the book’s release period.
Featured in NY Weekly
Rising From the Setting Sun and How Teodorie and Geordie Ravara Turn Grief Into Light
July 15, 2026
The feature explores how Teodorie and Geordie Ravara transformed personal trials into a multigenerational story about grief, identity, courage, faith, and moving forward.
Meet the Authors
Teodorie Agdeppa Ravara is the founder of Valerie Asher LLC and a stroke survivor whose lived experience shapes every story she tells. She writes from the intersection of grief, faith, and stubborn hope.
Geordie Ravara (they/them) co-authors The Enlighten Series and helps carry the connected story world forward across four interwoven arcs.
Keep the Conversation Going
When young people experience loss, finding the right words can be difficult. Setting Sun opens conversations about grief, hope, identity, faith, and healing after loss.
Read together. Reflect together. Find hope together.
For families, friends, caregivers, mentors, book groups, and anyone who wants help beginning a meaningful conversation.
Free Discussion Guide — coming soon.
Community Reach
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