Beyond the Aetherial Veil
A heroic trio must continue to scale a soaring tower—and contend with its untrustworthy gods—in the second book of this witty portal fantasy.
Along with her self-assured dragon-cat Arkaziel and the ghostly elf Werylin, aqua-haired Aetheria has reached the fiftieth floor of the Tower of Aetherius. But she’s a little different than when she set out. For one thing, she’s a third-tier magic user. For another, her soul has been connected to the Origin, the source of Ethereal power, which is bombarding her with all kinds of emotions. Not to mention she’s having a little trouble desiring anyone but her soul-witch lover, Aoibhe. (Oops!)
Now, as the unlikely trio climbs the second half of the tower, they’ll fight flying puffer fish and packs of sharks, guard against kobolds and T-Rex team-ups, and negotiate with the hydra-like daughter of Tiamat. They’ll venture through halls of mirrors and catacombs of crystal. But hey, at least there are rewards. (An Idiot’s Guide to Core Creation, anyone? No? How about a mango?)
Along the way, Aetheria will be further changed— in ways she can’t even fathom—by the magic that flows through her body. And she’ll learn that, sometimes, the gods have plans they don’t tell you . . .
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Jamie Kojola’s writing is a quiet but potent invitation into the world of progression fantasy, where the lines between reality and myth are fluid, and the stakes feel as high as the tower’s top. Drawing inspiration from her own love of gaming, world-building, and the unexpected, Jamie’s Odyssey of the Ethereal series has captivated readers looking for a blend of humor, heart, and high-stakes adventure. What started as a passion project on Royal Road quickly evolved into a beloved saga that continues to grow in its complexity and depth.
Odyssey of the Ethereal
In Odyssey of the Ethereal, the lines between game and reality blur as Aesca Lampi, an avid gamer, is thrust into a mysterious world where the rules aren’t as straightforward as she expects. Trapped in her own video game avatar, she must navigate a labyrinthine tower that is as dangerous as it is captivating. Each level presents not only new trials but unsettling truths about the world around her, forcing Aesca to confront questions of power, identity, and the very nature of her existence.
Odyssey of the Ethereal consists of four books and series is set to expand with the upcoming release of one more book. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
