by Will Wight
Part of Cradle, book 2
First published 2016
Lindon has escaped Sacred Valley and achieved Copper status, but he remains weak compared to the sacred artists who dominate the wider world. Ancient ruins emerge from the ground, filled with treasures that draw powerful warriors from across the land. These fighters possess strength that dwarfs Lindon's modest abilities. He seeks advancement through Soulsmithing, a mysterious craft that transforms soul essence into weapons and tools. The Soulsmiths possess knowledge that could bridge the gap between his current power and the levels he needs to survive. As Lindon masters these new techniques, he gains abilities he never imagined possible. His growing strength attracts dangerous attention from established powers who view him as a threat. An entire sect of Gold-level sacred artists emerges as his enemy, forcing Lindon into conflicts that test everything he has learned. The gap between survival and destruction narrows as he faces opponents whose power once seemed unreachable.
Genres: science-fiction, adventure, fantasy, action
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, enemies-to-lovers, found-family
Setting: Sacred Valley
275 pages · Paperback · Hidden Gnome Publishing