Essence of Ohr

As a dark flame consumes the world, a larger threat looms over the refugees of Solpate. Orphans are snagged from their beds and used in the Warden's dark experiments. Those who seek asylum in the forest must survive the dangers of the night, when the forest trees uproot and roam free. Fifteen-year-old Kole, with the help of his mentor, Russé, has adapted. He's learned to tame the rampant trees and protect the orphans. But when one of the Warden's mutated creatures discovers the camp and sets it aflame, Kole's life is upturned and the refugees' haven is lost. Kole must convince the others to make a stand to save themselves-and all their people-from the anguish of becoming the next subjects of brutal experiments. Yet what chance does a rag-tag band of refugees have against the malevolent power and magic of the Warden and his vile creations?

With the people cursed by a god-forever doomed-Kole enters their stronghold to seek the heart of the volcano. • WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award, Summer 2021 – Best Young Adult Fantasy ~~~ "Children of the Volcano is filled with mystery and a beguilingly rich magic system, a dark allure that keeps the narrative tense, and a masterly example of the elements of epic fantasy." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Jose Cornelio (5 STARS) Peace has returned to Kole's city, yet day by day, the world dies. Only the gods can return balance to Ohr. Kole has already found one, Russé, his mentor. Together they decipher the cryptic map in Kole's head to locate the others, but they aren't the only ones searching for the gods. Tailed by the enemy, the trail leads to a volcano in a forsaken land, with winds of swirling ash, toxic fumes, and creatures of living stone. Kole and Russé will discover why the grounds are rumored to be cursed, why no human has set foot near the volcano in centuries, and just how much grit they'll need if they hope to reach the god first. "There is a cinematic quality to the narrative and the way this story is written. It is perfect and incredibly entertaining." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Rabia Tanveer (5 STARS) EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the second book in the multiple award-winning "Essence of Ohr" series of wondrous young adult fantasy adventures. And be sure to move right on to the next book in this series: Beyond the Flame. "Coming-of-age in fantasyland can't be executed any better. This story is well-imagined, cleverly plotted, and written to perfection." ~ Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Ruffina Oserio (5 STARS)