Lost Souls

by Sophia Ciccozzi

She’s everything he needs to be.
He’s everything she wants to be.

Cassandra White is an inventor’s daughter. She’s unpredictable, witty, and tends to cause chaos among those around her. But when one of her recent creations goes wrong, it leaves her in the hands of the Upper City. Instead of facing harsh repercussions, her talent is noted by the prestigious Iris Academy and grants her a spot in their school. She finds herself taking this opportunity to give the Undercity some leverage.

Yet as she attends, her adoptive father goes missing. When those she trusts most don’t believe her, it gives her no choice but to work with the academy’s Valedictorian, Arthur Elwood, who she despises, to find out what happened. After all, he’s the only one who believes her.

As the lines between duties and desires blur, relationships build, relationships fall. And during their intense search for Cassandra’s father, they unravel hidden secrets deep within.

391 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 14, 2025

About the author

When SOPHIA CICCOZZI isn’t writing angsty sad fantasy books, she’s probably reading one. Sophia has lived in New Jersey her whole life, being a very proud Wawa fan. She loves to spend her free time learning new coffee recipes and embracing the nature around her, especially on rainy days. From a young age, she’s been telling tales. What began as silly stories about superheroes and villains—or gifted humans with unique powers—eventually turned into adventurous stories with complicated characters that aren't truly good or evil. With the personality of a grandma, she loves to listen to Fleetwood Mac, draw, sit on her porch, and hang around family. Lost Souls is her first novel. She wishes to keep writing stories and to keep people on the edge of their seats.

Reviews

[Joy Meristal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lost Souls is a beautifully written, haunting novel that pulls you deep into the minds of its characters. The story is lyrical and immersive, and just when you think you have it figured out, the story twists in ways that leave you breathless. Emotionally intense and full of suspense, this book keeps you on your toes until the very end.

[Georgia Riso · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was lucky enough to read this book early, and let me tell you it’s a wonderful read!!

[Sophia Ciccozzi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you readers for being here <3