The Silent Price of Shadows
In a world where magic is common but deadly secrets lurk beneath every shadow, Kael Veyen hides a power few possess—a mastery of both sword and storm magic. Haunted by the mysterious disappearance of his hometown during a realm-shifting event, Kael survives with fragmented memories and a shadowy entity named Silas bound to his mind—an enigmatic spirit who speaks in riddles and half-truths.
When a cryptic artifact surfaces—a shard of a legendary dagger once wielded by his father—Kael is thrust into a perilous quest to uncover the truth behind the vanished city and the dark forces hunting him. Joined by his loyal but reckless friend Rylan, Kael must navigate a treacherous world of shifting realms, secret societies, and ancient pacts where every answer demands a price.
As the Eclipse Order closes in, determined to seize the dagger’s full power and reshape reality itself, Kael faces a choice: embrace the shadows that bind him or risk losing everything to the silent price of secrets long buried.
Will Kael reclaim his past and stop a catastrophe, or will the shadows consume him first?
Shameless author here :) Writing a review for your own book is never easy, but let me give you a quick peek behind the shadows! If you have any questions about the novel, drop them below! – “First of all, what is this book about?” It’s about Kael, a reluctant hero with a rune-etched dagger, who lives in the haunted city of Veylor—a place where memory itself is currency, and a monstrous shadow looms over every street. Together with his friends Ayesha and Rylan, Kael must unravel ancient bargains, face the city’s darkest secrets, and decide what price he’s willing to pay to protect hope. – “What kind of protagonist is Kael?” He’s burdened, haunted by the past, but fiercely loyal. He’s not a chosen one—just someone who refuses to let the city’s silent price be paid in fear. His journey is as much about healing as it is about fighting. – “Will Kael become overpowered?” Nope! The dagger’s power comes with a cost. Every victory means facing a new memory, a new scar. Kael’s strength is in his resilience, his friends, and his willingness to remember what others would rather forget. – “Is there romance?” Yes, but it’s slow-burn and deeply woven into the story’s themes of trust and healing. The bonds between Kael, Ayesha, and Rylan are central—sometimes messy, always heartfelt. – “How often do you update?” I’m committed to delivering full-length, atmospheric chapters regularly—each one packed with magic, mystery, and emotional depth. The journey is epic, but every chapter brings us closer to the heart of Veylor. – “Aren’t you a bit biased rating your own book?” Maybe! But honestly, I think The Silent Price of Shadows is one of the most atmospheric, emotionally rich stories I’ve written. If you love gothic cities, magical mysteries, and heroes who fight not just monsters but the darkness within, give it a try. If you don’t believe me, read a few chapters and see for yourself. :)