Ascendant of Shadows: The Hero of Light
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Unleash the Light in "Ascendant of Shadows: Rise of the Hero"
Nathan's ordinary life is upended when he's abruptly transported from his modern world into Elarion, a realm where magic thrives and darkness looms. Guided by a mysterious voice, he discovers newfound magical abilities and sets out for the capital city of Arkanis, seeking answers and a way to cleanse the creeping darkness threatening to consume him.
Along his journey, Nathan forms unbreakable bonds with Dorian, a courageous stonemason's son; Lyriel, a High Elf mage with untamed powers; Selene, a Dark Elf sorceress entwined with his fate; and Thistlewing, a young Fae boy harboring secrets of his own. Together, they face treacherous forests, sinister agents of the Dark One, and internal struggles that test their unity and resolve.
Will Nathan rise as the beacon of hope Elarion desperately needs, or will the encroaching darkness claim him?
"Ascendant of Shadows: Rise of the Hero" is a thrilling epic fantasy filled with magic, ancient prophecies, and the timeless struggle between light and darkness. Join Nathan on his journey of self-discovery, where bonds are forged in trials, and the fate of a realm hinges on the choices of one man.
Embark on this epic adventure and witness the rise of a legend!
Praise for this book
Ascendant of Shadows is such an exciting book! Nathan gets pulled into a magical world called Elarion, where he learns to use cool magic powers and fights to stop a creepy darkness from taking over. He makes awesome friends like Dorian, a brave guy, Lyriel, an elf who has wild magic, Selene, a mysterious sorceress, and Thistlewing, a little Fae boy with big secrets. They go on adventures through spooky forests and battle scary enemies together. It’s full of magic, action, and friendship, and I couldn’t stop reading because I wanted to see what would happen next!
Nathan's journey through Elarion is full of magic, danger, and complex friendships. A captivating read with plenty of heart.
Ascendant of Shadows: The Hero of Light delivers an exciting and immersive fantasy adventure. With rich world-building, engaging characters, and a fast-paced plot, it’s a story that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. A must-read for fans of epic fantasy!
I loved the Story. Nathan’s life takes a dramatic turn when he’s thrust into Elarion, a land of enchantment and danger. Guided by an enigmatic voice, he must master newfound magical powers while grappling with a darkness that threatens his very being. Highly Recommended!
This book is a masterful tale of courage, friendship, and the eternal battle between good and evil. I loved most was the balance between action-packed sequences and introspective moments that allowed Nathan’s growth as a hero to feel genuine. The ensemble cast of characters—each with their own depth and unique struggles—added richness to the story, especially the dynamic between Nathan, Lyriel, and Selene, which kept me emotionally invested.
I loved how Nathan’s story blends magic, adventure, and emotion. The characters are relatable, and their relationships feel genuine and heartfelt. The world of Elarion is vivid and full of danger, which keeps the suspense high. Scenes with Lyriel and Thistlewing stood out the most. This is the perfect book for anyone looking for epic fantasy with warmth and heart
5*- A fantastic tale of adventure!
If you enjoy reading fantasy novels filled with adventure and excitement, then look no further than the novel “Ascendant of Shadows: The Hero of Light” by Thorne Ironheart. This hero’s story is an unforgettable quest filled with magic, mystery and suspense that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Part parable and part adventure fantasy, this story is about one hero’s quest to answer the call in the battle of good versus evil.
Nathan Hale is suddenly cast into a strange world, where he has a strange power. In his mission to understand this power, he meets others who seem to understand more about him than he does. Because Nathan is not of their world, his friends become protective of him, especially after they learn that he is the hero in the old legends foretelling the arrival of someone who will cast their world into either darkness or light. Which path will Nathan ultimately choose as he goes up against the Dark One?
As I read this story, I couldn’t help but think that even though this is fantasy, it strikes me as a parable of sorts. A war against the darkness, using light within as a weapon. Nathan is cursed with a dark mark on his heart because of a shade that attacked him. Even so, with druids, dwarves, an orc and elves, I was reminded that this is indeed a fantasy story, so I kept my perception of it as such as I continued reading.
They don’t call it a “hero’s journey” for nothing! Nathan enters this strange world as an ordinary human, and the experiences he has on his journey are what shaped him into the hero that he is meant to be. What is interesting, however, is that no matter how much of an urgency he has to get to his destination, he keeps giving in to distractions along the way. Even if these distractions are dangerous and/or can hamper his efforts to stay true to himself as he fights evil with his new powers. It seems like the Dark One throws a lot at him during his journey.
All the same, I enjoyed reading about this journey. Readers of this book are not provided with a map of this world at the beginning of the ebook, but the author’s writing about it is sufficient. It may not create a map, but it is “map” enough for the reader to get a good idea of the layout of this land and this world. Ironheart takes the time to describe each village/town/city the characters arrive at, what it’s like in one area in particular, along with the people living there. I also appreciated that we got to know what kind of governance there was in each of the areas.
Further into the story, though, I noticed a shift which took place with Nathan. He goes through more hardship, and this ultimately helps him to grow, learn, and mature into the type of hero that only he can be. As he tells a character on page 183,
"I hope to be the type of man that can extend mercy and grace when they are needed."
In other words, this heroic character grows and matures just as all main characters should in a story. Nathan does not start out in the story wise and mature; this comes to him as he goes through harsh experiences along his journey. Just as it would happen to anyone in real life. Except here we have a fantasy story, and in it we are treated to an unforgettable and entertaining tale of adventure, magic and inspiration.
Thorne Ironheart’s “Ascendant of Shadows” is an entertaining fantasy novel full of adventure and excitement. Readers who enjoy fantasy are in for a real treat with this book, which delves into another world gripped by dark forces that has an unlikely hero ready to fight for what is right.