Maren has always felt a pull toward the unseen, until cryptic letters lead her to Eldenport and the gateway to the Forgotten Realm. Guided by the enigmatic Lysara, she faces trials that test her courage, heart, and mind—through Mirror Pools, rivers of memory, and shadows of fear. To save a world teetering between decay and wonder, Maren must confront herself fully, discovering that light and shadow are threads of the same destiny.
Murdock Nolan E. is a storyteller who believes that the most powerful stories are the ones that feel real. She writes emotionally rich fiction set in American landscapes, exploring love, loss, resilience, and the quiet strength people discover in their hardest moments. Her work blends warmth, vulnerability, and hope, taking readers on deeply human journeys that linger long after the final page. When she is not writing, she is observing life’s small details and turning them into unforgettable stories.View all by Murdock Nolan E.