The Trials of Ildarwood von S C Selvyn

For nearly 10,000 years, the Trials have been a sacred tradition. But when all of the twelve-year-old children in Ranewood are banished into the nearest spectral forest, they quickly realize that the Ildarwood is not nearly as safe as they were told. Stalked by faceless hunters whose souls have been ravaged by Trials past, the children - now Ildarbound - must learn to control one of nine elements from the spirit realm to save the Ildarwood, their families, and themselves from an ancient spectral Blight. Who will master their abilities and rise to fight the growing threat? And who will lose their souls to the faceless hunters? Their stories are about to unfold... The Trials of Ildarwood: Spectres of the Fall is the illustrated first entry in S.C. Selvyn's long-awaited epic fantasy series. Written for teens and adults alike, there is something for everyone in this gripping tale about families and children who will do whatever it takes to ensure their survival. Read it once, and you'll be hooked. Read it twice, and you'll uncover countless hidden layers you didn't even notice the first time through. This edition includes a map of Ranewood, twenty-eight chapter illustrations, and a detailed appendix containing detailed lore about the world of the Ildarwood. "This book is a phenomenal piece written by what I can only describe as a gesture from the universe. A true work of art." - Amazon Reviewer "An incredible fantasy epic, stunningly written with breathtaking artwork, great characters and a gripping story." - ARC Reader "From the moment you enter the Ildarwood, you are immersed in a realm that breaks the boundaries of imagination." - Amazon Reviewer The Trials are about to begin. It is time to enter the Ildarwood.

S. C. Selvyn spent twenty years dreaming of a world so magical that almost anyone could fully immerse themselves within it. His dreams finally came true in 2021 when he self-published his first epic fantasy novel, The Trials of Ildarwood: Spectres of the Fall. His greatest hope is that his stories will leave readers inspired to find strength in their unique gifts, and his new dream is to one day work with other aspiring authors and artists around the world to expand upon the stories and cultures of the Ildarwood. He is a proud doggy daddy, and he splits his time between the coastal community of Provincetown, MA, and the quiet town of Raynham, where he grew up.