Of Darkness and Light
Heroes will rise. Nations will fall.
Behind the towering walls of Belduar, Calen Bryer and his companions stand in defense of the city and its new king. In over a thousand years, Belduar has never fallen. It has stood as a bastion of hope. But the Lorian empire are at its walls once more, and the Dragonguard are coming.
In the North, with Faenir by her side, Calen’s sister Ella arrives at the port of Antiquar, her only compass, a letter addressed to her fallen love. But she holds no fear of the unknown. She will see this through, no matter what – or who – gets in her way.
Meanwhile, at the embassy of the Circle of Magii in Al’Nasla, Rist Havel hones his newfound powers in preparation for the trials of Faith and Will. Unbeknownst to Rist, he is being watched, measured, and judged. He was not taken into the Circle by chance. There is greatness in him. But great men can do terrible things.
As Lorian forces land on southern shores and Aeson Virandr’s letters of rebellion find their way to the right hands, only the Knights of Achyron see the true danger. The danger that stirs in the darkness. The coming shadow will not stop. It will consume all in its path. It wants for nothing but blood and fire.
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Ryan Cahill
Ryan Cahill is an emerging voice in the realm of epic fantasy, carving out a space where sweeping battles, intricate world-building, and deep character development intertwine. With a storytelling style that captures both the grandeur and the intimate struggles of his characters, Cahill has quickly become a standout author for fans seeking rich narratives full of emotion and high-stakes adventure.
Born with a love of storytelling, Ryan's journey into fantasy writing began with a passion for the genres that shaped his childhood—an obsession with tales of heroes, magic, and the eternal struggle between good and evil. What sets his work apart is not just the fantasy elements, but the deeply human stories within them. His characters, while set in extraordinary worlds, reflect real emotions, fears, and aspirations that resonate with readers.
The Bound and the Broken
In the fractured land of Epheria, legends are not just remembered—they’re reborn in fire and blood.
The Bound and the Broken unfolds in a world where ancient magic stirs and dragons are more than myth. At its heart is Calen Bryer, an unassuming boy swept into a war he never asked for, against forces far older—and far darker—than he can comprehend. But this isn’t a story of chosen ones in shining armor. It’s a tale where loyalty is fragile, power comes at a price, and even the noblest intentions can lead to ruin.
The Bound and the Broken consists of six books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
