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Shadow Walkers #3.5
Born in Shadow
BORN IN SHADOW This short novella is a prequel to the series. It tells the legend of how the Shadow Walkers came to be.
TWO BROTHERS BORN TO A GODDESS…
Thorne and Dayne. Brothers. Sons of the goddess Terya. Rivals who will become bitter enemies because of a woman.
FORGOTTEN BY TIME…
Luna is the fairest maiden in Arcadium. As Thorne falls hopelessly in love with her, events are set into motion that will change their lives and the lives of everyone around them, sending Arcadium to its destruction.
RISE TO CREATE THE SHADOW WALKERS…
Punished for their crimes, Thorne and Dayne are imprisoned for a thousand years, forgotten by time. Until one day, a handmaiden to the fates frees them both. For she has foreseen what will happen if she releases the gods from their prison in the nether realm.
If you enjoy persnickety gods, supernatural creatures and ghosts with the ability to manifest physical bodies, then BORN IN SHADOW is for you.
Reading order:
Born in Shadow - prequel how it all began
Lost in Shadow
Desired by Shadow
Iced in Shadow
Reborn in Shadow
Embraced by Shadow - the final conclusion! Coming soon!
TWO BROTHERS BORN TO A GODDESS…
Thorne and Dayne. Brothers. Sons of the goddess Terya. Rivals who will become bitter enemies because of a woman.
FORGOTTEN BY TIME…
Luna is the fairest maiden in Arcadium. As Thorne falls hopelessly in love with her, events are set into motion that will change their lives and the lives of everyone around them, sending Arcadium to its destruction.
RISE TO CREATE THE SHADOW WALKERS…
Punished for their crimes, Thorne and Dayne are imprisoned for a thousand years, forgotten by time. Until one day, a handmaiden to the fates frees them both. For she has foreseen what will happen if she releases the gods from their prison in the nether realm.
If you enjoy persnickety gods, supernatural creatures and ghosts with the ability to manifest physical bodies, then BORN IN SHADOW is for you.
Reading order:
Born in Shadow - prequel how it all began
Lost in Shadow
Desired by Shadow
Iced in Shadow
Reborn in Shadow
Embraced by Shadow - the final conclusion! Coming soon!
- GenresEbooksParanormal
58 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 28, 2014
19 people are currently reading
88 people want to read
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Cynthia Luhrs
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“Would you like an adventure now, or should we have our tea first?”
-Alice in Wonderland
Cynthia Luhrs spends her time out on the deck, looking out over the mountains, imagining what if. She writes women’s fiction, time travel romance, contemporary romance, family sagas, paranormal romance, and thrillers. Readers say her books (well not the thrillers, those are gritty) are light-hearted reads to escape reality.
She lives in the mountains of North Carolina, has always been a reader, and is overly fond of sparkly flip flops and pretty pens. Though now that she lives in the mountains she’s going to have to find fabulous boots, mittens, and hats!
“Would you like an adventure now, or should we have our tea first?”
-Alice in Wonderland
Cynthia Luhrs spends her time out on the deck, looking out over the mountains, imagining what if. She writes women’s fiction, time travel romance, contemporary romance, family sagas, paranormal romance, and thrillers. Readers say her books (well not the thrillers, those are gritty) are light-hearted reads to escape reality.
She lives in the mountains of North Carolina, has always been a reader, and is overly fond of sparkly flip flops and pretty pens. Though now that she lives in the mountains she’s going to have to find fabulous boots, mittens, and hats!
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December 7, 2014
*I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. Lovers of Paranormal or LoP*
This is a short prequel to book one in the Shadow Walker series. I haven't read them and I'm not sure if I would've liked it more if I'd know the whole story or not. Either way, I thoroughly enjoyed this book! It definitely makes me want to know more about these characters. It's a story of two seriously sexy gods! They also happen to be brothers that hate each other.
Lots of different events happen in these 62 pages! Fun, sexy and mysterious things... I loved both brothers. They were written beautifully. I can't wait to go start book one!
4 'sexy, sexy gods' Stars!
This is a short prequel to book one in the Shadow Walker series. I haven't read them and I'm not sure if I would've liked it more if I'd know the whole story or not. Either way, I thoroughly enjoyed this book! It definitely makes me want to know more about these characters. It's a story of two seriously sexy gods! They also happen to be brothers that hate each other.
Lots of different events happen in these 62 pages! Fun, sexy and mysterious things... I loved both brothers. They were written beautifully. I can't wait to go start book one!
4 'sexy, sexy gods' Stars!
August 29, 2014
I haven't read this series yet but when I read Born in Shadow I got the gist of it. I'd definitely be picking up this series.
This novella, more a prequel explained the beginning of this series and the reason for why this two brothers are at war with each other.
I really like the twist in the legend wherein it was romanticized but there was definitely more to the legend than what it says. Although I can't fault Thorne for the decisions he made despite it being the reason that put him in that situation. I felt for him when I learned about the true story and just couldn't believe something like that. I also thought that his brother was lying to him and apparently not. Let's skip to the ending since I don't want to spoil what happened afterwards. I'm happy that he finally forgave himself and in doing so he too was forgiven. That was just the touch needed in this ending.
Although I wish that he would be able to truly love when the time comes.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review (LoP or Lovers of Paranormal)
This novella, more a prequel explained the beginning of this series and the reason for why this two brothers are at war with each other.
I really like the twist in the legend wherein it was romanticized but there was definitely more to the legend than what it says. Although I can't fault Thorne for the decisions he made despite it being the reason that put him in that situation. I felt for him when I learned about the true story and just couldn't believe something like that. I also thought that his brother was lying to him and apparently not. Let's skip to the ending since I don't want to spoil what happened afterwards. I'm happy that he finally forgave himself and in doing so he too was forgiven. That was just the touch needed in this ending.
Although I wish that he would be able to truly love when the time comes.
I received this book in exchange for an honest review (LoP or Lovers of Paranormal)
February 21, 2015
This standalone tale gives the origin of Day walkers and Shadow walkers. Thorne and Dayne both gods in their own right. Thorne discovers the mysteries of love along with the pain that follows. Luna is the object of Thorne's love but is saddened by news regarding Luna's engagement. Dayne takes matters into his own hand. Meanwhile Thorne curses his love. Thorne realizes his mistake too late. Their mother punishes them. How long will their punishment last? Will either of them realize the truth? Your answers await you in Born in Shadow.
This unique story gives a better understanding into the Shadow walkers World. I can definitely see that Thorne has remorse. Whereas Dayne is filled with hate and loathing. This insight is powerful as day and night. I'm definitely looking forward to reading next book in the series.
This unique story gives a better understanding into the Shadow walkers World. I can definitely see that Thorne has remorse. Whereas Dayne is filled with hate and loathing. This insight is powerful as day and night. I'm definitely looking forward to reading next book in the series.
August 5, 2014
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for an honest review.
This book explained so many unanswered questions that I had concerning the origins of the war between the Shadow Walkers and the bitterness between Thorne and Dayne and the reasons each took the path that they did. This is a wonderful story and I would recommend that it be read before you start the series but it isn't necessary as the series is great without reading this. I loved this book!! I cannot wait to read the next book in this series!!
This book explained so many unanswered questions that I had concerning the origins of the war between the Shadow Walkers and the bitterness between Thorne and Dayne and the reasons each took the path that they did. This is a wonderful story and I would recommend that it be read before you start the series but it isn't necessary as the series is great without reading this. I loved this book!! I cannot wait to read the next book in this series!!
August 20, 2014
** I received this book in exchange for an honest review. Lovers of Paranormal, LoP**
'Born in Shadow' was a good quick read. The story entailed the reasoning and answers behind some of the questions I had from the other books in this series. I liked the way this story was written. I love the descriptive nature of Cynthia Luhrs books. The characters and the events that ensued were great. This book is a great add to your tbr list, especially if you are following the series.
'Born in Shadow' was a good quick read. The story entailed the reasoning and answers behind some of the questions I had from the other books in this series. I liked the way this story was written. I love the descriptive nature of Cynthia Luhrs books. The characters and the events that ensued were great. This book is a great add to your tbr list, especially if you are following the series.
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October 16, 2014Anyone know when this is coming out
November 30, 2014
This was a great book! I was enchanted to find out how the Shadow and Day Walkers started. Can't wait for the next in series, which is reportedly the last one.
October 12, 2019
Wow
Thorne's story is so tragic. Infatuation not given a chance to run it's course. Thousands of years being angry, asking for forgiveness, only to realize he had to forgive himself. I really felt for him, so glad he is the one in charge of the shadow walkers.
Thorne's story is so tragic. Infatuation not given a chance to run it's course. Thousands of years being angry, asking for forgiveness, only to realize he had to forgive himself. I really felt for him, so glad he is the one in charge of the shadow walkers.
January 9, 2021
This was just okay, I don’t think it was necessary for the series storyline, but it was interesting nonetheless.
November 22, 2016
Book Title: Born in Shadow (Shadow Walkers #3.5)
Book Authors: Cynthia Luhrs
Source: Kindle Unlimited
Rating: 5 stars
It’s all about Thorne and his memories of Luna and how present came to be. It's a fast read, filled with lots of emotions of a fifteen year old god and how he finally accepted himself as himself more than two thousand years later after Luna and Solus.
We learned the real truth behind the sun and the moon and how Thorne decided to let humans believe the romanticized version of events. If I understood correctly, he finally forgave himself and found remorse unlike his brother. Wonder what happens next.
I would recommend this to eighteen and over. Prepare to feel lonely.
Book Authors: Cynthia Luhrs
Source: Kindle Unlimited
Rating: 5 stars
It’s all about Thorne and his memories of Luna and how present came to be. It's a fast read, filled with lots of emotions of a fifteen year old god and how he finally accepted himself as himself more than two thousand years later after Luna and Solus.
We learned the real truth behind the sun and the moon and how Thorne decided to let humans believe the romanticized version of events. If I understood correctly, he finally forgave himself and found remorse unlike his brother. Wonder what happens next.
I would recommend this to eighteen and over. Prepare to feel lonely.
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