The guard kingdom of Arlithras has fallen. The Shadow Gate has been opened. And the fate of the six realms now rests on the shoulders of an untrained girl. Just a month ago, Ava's life had been secluded, safe. Now, her days are tainted with danger. The Kyra insists she is connected to the elemental light of Enarie, but she wants nothing to do with this so-called gift. It frightens her more than any demon of the Shadow Realm ever could and learning to accept it is beginning to take its toll. His task was simple; find the Enarie Light and bring it to Tellus Deeth. Well, it turned out to be a her, and from the moment they met, Rharn has struggled to maintain his distance from Ava. Duty will always come first. So, why does he find it so bloody irritating when she turns to Baleden for comfort? The bond of friendship between Ava and the Kyra is tested as they parry a savage enemy who knows no mercy. A battle with swords they can handle, but how do they fight an adversary who can attack from within? It's now a race against time to reach the Gate to the Ancient Realm. But first, they must find it. And second, they have to open it! "If you're after a bit of escapism from the daily grind, then I'd recommend making a cuppa, finding a cosy nook and reading this book!" - "The author approaches the story with a lightness and gentle humour which is both engaging and enjoyable." - "Excellent world building, well fleshed-out characters, and a great pace in the unfolding of the story." - "The main ideas explored include the nature of truth and friendship, overcoming fear, loneliness, and gaining self-acceptance, what it means to feel different from those around you, the importance of believing in yourself, self-discovery and feeling comfortable in your own skin." -