Chronicles of the Hidden Realms - by Leah Ann Brown (Paperback)

About the Book

Peter and Isabella are like any ordinary fourteen or twelve-year-old living in Garavelle, until they encounter Light Snatchers, and their world flips upside down as destiny calls them.

Book Synopsis

An unknown past reveals a destiny long foretold.

Peter and Isabella Toth thought they were like any ordinary fourteen or twelve-year-old living in Garavelle, until they encounter Light Snatchers in the woods, and their world is flipped upside down. Imagine their surprise learning they are from another realm, the Land of Light, and are being hunted by the Dark Lord Gog who cursed their homeland long ago.

Together, this brother and sister, along with their friend Sarah, are forced into a perilous journey where a destiny calls them to return the light back to their kingdom. They must discover courage as they venture through a magical realm to find the Light Spark and break the evil curse plaguing the Land of Light. But unforeseen obstacles arise as Lord Gog sends dragons, wolves, Nicromines, and Light Snatchers to hunt them down.

The curse will spread if the magical creatures of the Land of Light do not rise up to fight alongside Peter and Isabella. Will the Light Spark be found in time? Will Peter and Isabella face their fears and step into their destiny before darkness consumes the realm? They will need more than courage to face the ultimate battle of their lives in Leah Ann Brown's debut novel, Chronicles of the Hidden Realms: Return of the Light.

Review Quotes

"Chronicles of the Hidden Realms: Return of the Light is an enchanting story that follows a brother and sister who enter a realm full of magic and danger. When Light Snatchers attack them in the woods, Peter and Isabella quickly learn the truth of who they are and where they come from. With the Dark Lord Gog putting a fear curse on their Kingdom, Peter and Isabella must work with the magical creatures of their homeland to stop Gog's evil plans and find the Light Spark if they are to have any hope of victory.

What stood out the most to me in this story was how much it reminded me of reading the Chronicles of Narnia as a kid. I love those books so much, and Leah's book has many themes that resonate with the heart of the Narnia series. The fight against evil, finding courage, standing up to the darkness, embracing destiny, the power of truth and how it trumps the lies of the enemy.

This story is jammed packed with magic and delightful characters that will make readers smile. I loved Grundle and Nobby so much; I could picture them so clearly with Leah's descriptions. Oh, and the illustrations in this book are BEAUTIFUL! They added richness to the story, and I looked forward to each one as I turned the page.

If you love magic, fantasy, and a story of good vs. evil, then you must read Chronicles of the Hidden Realms and enter this portal to a world of destiny and light!"

Author Stephanie Cotta

This book was a FANTASTIC ADVENTURE into a realm with many fun and fascinating magical creatures and intriguing villains. I read this book aloud to my 10 yr old daughter, and she couldn't get enough. The main characters were a delight to follow while their new friends help them to navigate hard lessons and choices. Your kids will be on the edge of their seats cheering on the children as they fight to take back the kingdom of light.

If you are looking for a story that will inspire your kids to have courage and teach them that fighting for what they believe in, though hard, is worth it - then this book is for you.

Author Angela R. Hughes