Joestassy Akinyi

In the shadows of a kingdom where silver is prized above all and souls can be traded like coins, Zia Renaud is a name that strikes fear and fascination. Known as the Thief of Silver and Souls, she's a daring rogue with a hidden purpose: to avenge the family that was taken from her and to unravel the mystery of her origins.

But Zia's latest heist comes with an unexpected twist. When she steals an ancient silver amulet rumored to bind souls, she finds herself entangled with Leon, a cursed prince whose spirit is trapped within the amulet, and Alaric, a mysterious and charming rival thief with secrets of his own. Together, they must navigate a world filled with dangerous magic, underground markets, and ruthless sorcerers—all while racing to uncover the truth behind the amulet's powers and to keep their own dark pasts from consuming them.

As alliances blur and passion ignites, Zia will face the ultimate choice: protect her own freedom, or save the souls of those she's come to care for.



Characters:

1. Zia Renaud

The Thief of Silver and Souls. A fearless and witty master thief with a knack for outsmarting anyone who gets in her way. Though she's quick with a blade and quicker with her words, she guards her past closely. Zia is driven by a desire for revenge and freedom, hiding a heart more compassionate than she lets on.



2. Leon Elara

The Cursed Prince. Once heir to the throne, Leon's spirit has been bound to a powerful amulet that Zia steals. Trapped and unable to move beyond the amulet's reach, Leon is both Zia's reluctant ally and a source of hidden wisdom, with knowledge of dark magic and court secrets. He carries a tragic history and a hope for redemption.



3. Alaric Draven

The Rival Thief. Mysterious, charming, and equally skilled, Alaric has crossed paths with Zia before, and their tension is electric. While he keeps his motives guarded, he's drawn to Zia's fire and the danger that surrounds her. Alaric has tie

The Shadows of Eldralor

Zia and Elysia emerged from the Glimmering Caverns, the artifact carefully wrapped in cloth and hidden within Zia's satchel. The moon hung high above, casting a silver glow across the forest path as they made their way back to camp. Zia felt the weight of their journey settling over her, but there was a quiet joy blossoming within her—a new warmth she hadn't allowed herself to feel before. Leon's quiet presence lingered beside her, closer than ever, and she couldn't ignore the way her heart seemed to skip whenever he spoke. 


"Zia," Leon's voice drifted into her mind, soft and familiar. "That was incredible. I don't know how you found the strength to resist the illusions back there." 


Zia looked down, a faint smile playing at her lips. "I couldn't have done it alone, Leon. You kept me focused. I knew you were there, guiding me through it all." 


Elysia, walking ahead, gave a small smile as she listened. "It seems our thief has finally found someone worth trusting." 


A glimmer of affection