The Shadow Ruins

by Glen L. Hall

Escaping the battle of Birling Wood, Sam and Emily move deeper into Northumberland, still pursued by dark forces seeking the last Druid, heir of a mysterious order which has protected this world and others for millennia. But who is the last Druid? And who will find them first?The Shadow? The Grim-Witch and her horde of crow-men from the Underland? The risen dead? Or the terrifying Shadow Ruins?

310 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 24, 2018

About the author

My love affair with books started with Mrs Flather my primary school teacher, who gave me a copy of Prince Caspian when I was seven, which has led thirty-five years later to the publication of The Last Druid and a continued love affair of fantasy.

From the moment I was captivated by C.S. Lewis’s chronicles of Narnia, I devoured the whole seven books and could have cried when I came to ‘The Last Battle’ and realised it was the final book. You can imagine my joy when by pure chance I came across an old copy of ‘The Hobbit’ in the rather rickety school library. And off I went again devouring the book in a couple of weeks. I instantly fell in love with Bilbo and his Bag End, Hobbiton, the shire and of course Middle-earth.

That one act of kindness from my primary school teacher led me to read English at the University of Leeds. (J.R.R. Tolkien taught there in 1926 before leaving for Oxford). On graduating I would take a twenty-year detour away from all things literary becoming an entrepreneur, private investor, trustee and frustrated amateur physicist!

I have met some amazing people on the way and as I sit hear typing this, I am grateful and humbled by each and every one of them

All royalties from The Last Druid will go to G L Hall foundation.

Reviews

[Emma Mirrington · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally the second Last Druid book is here!!!
The Shadow Ruin has the all the fantastical elements of the first book in the trilogy, but as the quest continues the drama heightens. Hall has really hit his stride as an author and seems to be going from strength to strength. The second book develops on the first and really intensifies… Looking forward to seeing where the story takes us, as the ride so far has been pretty thrilling…”

[Linsey Gleave · Rating 5 out of 5]

My son isn’t a huge reader, but he found these books really engaging and has already asked for the next one in the trilogy! I hope it is not too much of a wait but I’m sure it will be worth it! If it worked for my son, I’m sure it’ll do wonders for other mum’s keen to get their children into enjoying books and reading.

[Kim Macleod · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book builds on the first story and leads us further into the fantasy world of the last druid. Glen Hall's writing has developed as he weaves an interesting tale full of drama and great descriptions.
It would make a great film series or TV drama and I look forward to the last installment of the trilogy.

[David Steel · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed ‘The Fall’, the first book of the trilogy, so was really looking forward to the second installment. It did not disappoint! More adventure and peril as well as plenty of magic and mystery. A real page turner!

[Tim Gleave · Rating 5 out of 5]

A riveting addition to the YA genre. Dark, mature and thrilling – a real mystery in places that keeps you hooked and wanting to know more. Not your average book about magic and druids, and it’ll really make you think about how we view and encounter the world around us.

[Tom Neal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome

A thoroughly good read that captures your imagination and turns you into a true believer of everything that is the last Druid

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome read!!!

Amazing read..kept me on the edge of my seat!! Loved the story line and can't wait to read the next book!!!

[Miss Amanda · Rating 4 out of 5]

I didn't want this to end - looking forward to book 3 being released.