Legacy: 3 (Shadow of the Gods) - Softcover

Monk, Richard

Softcover

ISBN 13: 9798302022769

Publisher: Independently published, 2024

Synopsis

How are individuals and communities shaped by the legacies they inherit—and the choices they make in response?

In Legacy, the people of Calis and Ashmark grapple with the echoes of their past while standing on the brink of an uncertain future. Bound by ancient mistakes and fractured ideologies, they face the resurgence of the breathers—unstoppable forces of nature that threaten to destroy everything in their path. As the hum of disaster grows louder, the question becomes clear: will they repeat the errors of the past or will they rise to leave a new legacy?

Alda, a scientist torn between logic and empathy, seeks to harness forgotten knowledge to restore balance. Tira, a leader forged by sacrifice, fights to honor the truth and bridge the gap between faith and reason. Alongside Gorin, a historian determined to preserve what others have lost, they must uncover the truth about the Stonebinders—a civilization that mastered nature’s harmony but fractured under its inability to balance power within itself.

As alliances form and betrayals unravel, the struggle between unity and division mirrors the tension within each individual. Yara’s manipulative grip on Calis and Dahlren’s ruthless ambition in Ashmark threaten the fragile coalition striving to build trust. Amid rebellion, desperation, and the ever-present hum of the breathers, Alda, Tira, and Gorin must lead their people to embrace cooperation, balance, and the courage to confront their past.

Legacy is a powerful tale of resilience and transformation, exploring the intricate web of choices that bind individuals and communities to their futures. Can balance be restored—not only to the land but to the hearts of those who inhabit it? Or will the weight of the past crush their hopes for what lies ahead?

Edition details

• Publisher: Independently published
• Publication date: 2024
• Language: English
• ISBN 13: 9798302022769
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 133