In Shadows Lie

by T. Emiller, Ed Espitia (Illustrator)

Liana was the average dedicated worker, consumed in meeting the next deadline and living for the weekend. Until a series of strange dreams led her to be ripped from her comfort and thrown into a war she unknowingly started. Now she must determine who her allies are or fall onto a dangerous path.



Disclaimer/ This series and stories contained within are a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and other details are products of the author’s imagination. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.
This story is intended for an adult audience. This series and stories contained within may contain descriptions of events that may be identified as triggers for certain readers. These stories may contain details of abuse, alcohol use, death, mental health, rape, sexual abuse, violence, and war. This is not a full list of possible triggers.
Please proceed at your own risk.

195 pages, Hardcover

Published January 4, 2020

About the author

The love of reading and writing dug their roots deep into my heart at a young age. Years of nightmares and sleep paralysis led to many late nights, staying up to avoid the horrors that emerged during a good night's sleep while diving into one novel after another. The most memorable ranged from the stories of J.R.R. Tolkien, C. S. Lewis and D.J. MacHale to Shel Silverstein and countless classics. A passion for reading turned to writing as I found peace in journaling my dreams. As I journeyed on in life, I received a Bachelor's in Business Administration and spent years navigating the corporate world, only using writing for company policies and communications. Now God has led me back to my passion for creative writing, igniting the desire to experience another tale. So, join me as we unfurl the dreams and dive into the nightmares together, one page at a time.

Reviews

[Crystal Myers · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Most Unique Book I've Read in a Long Time

This was different from most books I read. It was very descriptive, and I could easily imagine everyone and everything as I read. I love the characters. I feel like I know them. The storyline isn't played out like most books of the last decade, so it was exciting and held my attention. I can't wait to read the next book!

[Jason Lawrence · Rating 5 out of 5]

A slow start to introduce the characters though it had me.thinking where is this going, and just like the the action explodes onto the pages. Momentum picks up as does the number of hooks that have you turning page after page, before you know it you come to the three words "to be continued" and all I could think was, "No I need the sequel now!!" Looking forward to the next installment.

[Alisha Rowe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Liana worked hard in her video game testing job, and they were just about to launch a new product. When two new men were added onto her team, she didn't think much of it, no matter how attractive they were. But visions and dreams have begun to plague her starring these two. When one carts her away at the game launch she learns that her past is a lie and must uncover who she is now.
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review. To be honest by the time I started reading this book I had long since forgotten the blurb. So, I went into this book blind. With the set up from the beginning I honestly thought that this was going to be a smut book. Possibly even a multiple male smut, which isn't something I read. Although smut I never complain about. I won't say I was disappointed to discover it was a fantasy book, they have their own charms.

That being said, while the characters in this book are all adults the book reads similarly to a Young Adult Fantasy. There is a special main character, a very innocent budding love interest, betrayal, and magic. All the best things in a YA fantasy. The only deviation from the normal is that this is adults. Still, I am never against a good YA to sink my teeth into and I haven't read any in a while, so I was pleasantly surprised.

Watching Liana develop as we go through the story I half wondered who she would choose as her memories were unlocked. The options were definitely left open, and even with how things were left there may be some wiggle room in the future. The book ends on a bit of a cliffhanger and reminds me a bit of Cassandra Clare's. Decent read and I do have book 2 for this, so you will be seeing another from this author at some point.