Awarded the July 2023 Silver Literary Titan Book Award
EDITORIAL REVIEW
The Lost Son (Second Edition) by Aidan Lucid is an engaging fantasy story that will captivate young readers with its thrilling narrative centered around the journey of Henry Simmons. Transported to a mysterious realm on his prom night, Henry, accompanied by his date Tracey, becomes entangled in a profound struggle between forces of good and evil. This enthralling tale introduces readers to a diverse array of characters, including two British-American WWII pilots, a skilled healer's apprentice, and a young boy with aspirations of knighthood, forming an ensemble that embarks on a transformative odyssey in the mystical land of Zargothia.
The novel adeptly combines elements of time travel, fantasy, and alternate worlds, intricately weaving them into a tapestry of intrigue and adventure. Notably, it is the overarching themes of perseverance and friendship that lend a distinctive and commendable quality to the book. Despite being burdened with the weight of the "Chosen One" mantle, Henry remains a relatable protagonist, navigating the trials and tribulations of his journey with fallibility and earnest effort. His relatability is further enhanced by his positive attitude, which resonates amidst the complex decisions and conflicting emotions he grapples with throughout the narrative. Furthermore, the dynamic camaraderie shared among Henry, Hannorah, Daniel, and Tracey, the core friend group, provides delightful interludes of entertainment, adding depth and humor to the story's vibrant action sequences.
The Lost Son (Second Edition) by Aidan Lucid is an excellent choice for young readers seeking an enthralling and action-packed fantasy experience set within alternate worlds. The novel's adept blend of various genres, coupled with its emphasis on perseverance and friendship, ensures an engaging and fulfilling reading adventure for its intended audience.
- Literary Titan, July 2023.
When Henry finds a mysterious coin, it has life-altering consequences...
Henry Simmons's life as a typical high schooler is upheaved when he finds a mystical golden coin. What began as harmless fun with the magical object takes a drastic turn when he and his prom date, Tracey, along with three others, are transported to a different world ? Zargothia.
This is a land where humans live in fear, hiding from the terrifying Sadarkians, creatures ruled by the ruthless King Zakarius, who is hellbent on human extinction. Henry discovers that he, Tracey, two WWII pilots and a talking cat named Jasper, have been chosen to liberate the Zargothians ? with Henry being the one to lead the army alongside their king.
But the clock is ticking and King Zakarius, alerted to their presence, is more determined to annihilate not just the chosen five but also the Zargothians' hidden refuge.
Will Henry rise to his destiny and lead Zargothia to victory, or will the weight of his new reality crush him?
