Book excerpt: For centuries, the world of Aeiar has been darkened by the Shadow; subjugated by a fallen hero. Magic, once used for beauty and creation, is ruined. It is now only a tool for destruction and malevolence, corrupting those who use it. The few who remember the time before darkness have but a whisper of hope. A secret, audacious plan has begun- a plan that risks their very souls. The only hope of survival now is to succumb to the very darkness they fight. For that is the only way to return the Gods of Light, the Aeillon. In this world, Rien Amra and his friends battle against the evil Shadow using the hateful, corrupted magic that is killing his father, Kyen, with every use. Centuries of careful planning and manipulation have culminated in a single, fateful moment that will break both Kyen, Rien, and the last gasp of the Light on Aeiar. Thus begins the Harmony of Aeiar and a daring adventure to the heart of evil and the hope for salvation amongst nothing but darkness.