The Shadow of What Was Lost

What if the truths you've always believed were a lie designed to keep you powerless? Discover how to shatter your limitations and reclaim a forbidden power, even if it means confronting a past that could destroy you and everyone you care about. You'll follow Davian, a young man ostracized for wielding a magic that has been outlawed for centuries. Join him as he uncovers a conspiracy that spans generations, learns to control his dangerous abilities, and races against time to stop an ancient enemy from returning to enslave the world.

James Islington is the internationally bestselling author of the Licanius Trilogy, which began with his self-published debut, The Shadow of What Was Lost. A lifelong fan of epic fantasy, Islington spent years meticulously building the world of his series while working as a tech consultant. His passion for intricate magic systems and complex, character-driven plots culminated in a story that captured the attention of readers and traditional publishers worldwide, launching a celebrated career in modern fantasy.