"Shadows of the Lost" by Maxym M. Martineau is a great fantasy book told from multiple points of view that takes place in a world full of magical beasts, Charmers who can control and summon them, undead assassins, and monsters.
Meet Gaige, a former Charmer brought back from the dead and is now one of immortal assassins of Cruor. Unlike his assassins brothers, he can't control his shadows. He misses his previous life, is full of aghast, and feels disconnected from the others.
Meet Kost, the head of the assassins with issues of his own. As he works to assist Gaige with his struggles, Kost must also confront his own broken heart."
The plot thickens when undead beasts start attacking the realm. Kost suspects Gaige's lack of control causes those attacks and must find a way to help him, discover what is igniting the attacks, and stop them once and for all.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book very much. Brilliant characters, magical world-building, and a whole load of adventure made this a great read. The romance that was woven into the story added spice to the otherwise dark tale, and I enjoyed the interactions between the characters which added depth and complexity to the plot. It could have been shortened a bit, but it still was a great read. I would recommend this book to lovers of the fantasy genre, especially those who like dark fantasy tales!
For more info about the book: Shadows of the Lost
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