The Archivist

by Ti Mikkel

Overview

What if the blood running through your veins holds the power to change everything?

Twenty-two-year-old Cora Moreau has always lived a quiet life in Durango, Colorado—never had a boyfriend, never ventured far from home. But after a life-altering surgery, she uncovers a shocking secret: her blood holds extraordinary, untapped power.

In an instant, Cora's world is turned upside down. Leaving behind her mundane waitress job, she accepts an offer to work at a high-tech research facility in Spain—only to discover the job is more dangerous and mysterious than she ever imagined.

Assigned to protect Cora is Nick, brooding former military and her father’s trusted ally. But as they navigate the dark secrets of genetic memory and time travel, their relationship intensifies in ways neither expected—sparking a forbidden romance that challenges everything they thought they knew about duty, loyalty, and love.

As they uncover hidden truths, a powerful enemy lurks in the shadows, determined to exploit Cora’s abilities for their own nefarious purposes. With time running out, Cora and Nick must fight not just for survival, but for the fate of the future itself.

The Archivist is a thrilling blend of high-stakes action, forbidden romance, and mind-bending science. Perfect for fans of gripping science fiction and intense love stories, this spellbinding novel will keep you on the edge of your seat from start to finish.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781648984877
Publisher:	City Owl Press
Publication date:	10/14/2025
Series:	The Archivist , #1
Pages:	356
Product dimensions:	6.20(w) x 9.20(h) x 1.00(d)

About the Author

Ti Mikkel is a television writer and producer currently working on A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and House of the Dragon for HBO. She began her career as George R. R. Martin’s writing assistant, collaborating closely with him on A Song of Ice and Fire and Fire & Blood. Born and raised in small-town Indiana, she studied German in Colorado and Germany before moving to Los Angeles, where she found her path in storytelling. The Archivist is her debut novel and the first in a genre-bending trilogy nearly a decade in the making. Ti now splits her time between the U.K. and Florida with her husband and their Chihuahua, Brisket.

Editorial Reviews

"The Archivist is the best debut novel I’ve read in years, a page turner with a fresh and original take on time travel, and all the mystery and romance a reader could want." — George R. R. Martin, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author

"An endearing protagonist, a touching – sometimes steamy - love story, a cast of entertaining friends and devious foes, with threads of mystery, hidden family secrets, an international organization of scientists, and a unique take on time travel… I’m stunned at how much Ti Mikkel weaves together in this wonderful debut. Two things are certain: The Archivist is a lot of fun, and it’s the start of a series I want to read more of!" — David Anthony Durham, author of The Acacia Trilogy

"A breakout thriller packed with huge characters—fast and sexy and so, so smart." — Lev Grossman, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author

"In The Archivist, Ti Mikkel spins a sparkling tale of adventure, intrigue and romance. Her quiet but expressive prose places the reader in the middle of the story, taking us to exotic places while keeping the story grounded in the world. Her protagonist Cora is relatable and real, the friend you want to have and cheer along. When you think you’ve discovered all there is to know, the twist makes us excited about what is to come. Do yourself a favor, read this book!" — Andrea McNair, author of Corvus and The Broken God (Fall 2026)

From the Publisher

"A breakout thriller packed with huge characters—fast and sexy and so, so smart." — Lev Grossman, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author

Lev Grossman

"The Archivist is the best debut novel I’ve read in years, a page turner with a fresh and original take on time travel, and all the mystery and romance a reader could want." — George R. R. Martin, #1 New York Times Bestselling Author

George R. R. Martin

"An endearing protagonist, a touching – sometimes steamy - love story, a cast of entertaining friends and devious foes, with threads of mystery, hidden family secrets, an international organization of scientists, and a unique take on time travel… I’m stunned at how much Ti Mikkel weaves together in this wonderful debut. Two things are certain: The Archivist is a lot of fun, and it’s the start of a series I want to read more of!" — David Anthony Durham, author of The Acacia Trilogy

David Anthony Durham