About the Book
Before the flame, there was silence.
Before silence, there was a broken crown.
The worlds were once bound by the Emberlight-a living force of memory, loyalty, and truth that held twelve realms in balance. At their center stood the Circle of Twelve, guardians of the veil between worlds. But the Circle was shattered, the keys were scattered, and the Emberlight fell into sleep. From that silence rose The Hollow King-a ruler forged not by war, but by unspoken truth and forgotten names.
In modern Brooklyn, Kai, a science-minded stargazer feels the pull of something ancient awakening. At his side, Thunder, a silver-furred wolf bound to his fate. Across the worlds, Lyra, a flame-bearer bound to prophecy and loss. She is bound to Solara, an ember-scaled dragon. Drawn together by fate Kai and Lyra discover they are not heroes by destiny, but by choice. They are watched, and challenged, by Veyra, an ancient guardian of gates and oaths. They must pass through hidden gates buried beneath cities, temples, and forgotten worlds.
Each trial forces them to confront what has been silenced: memory, grief, guilt, and shame. Each victory restores a fragment of the Emberlight-and brings them closer to the truth behind the Hollow King and breathtaking adventures. Perfect for readers who love epic fantasy with heart, found-family bonds, mythic companions, and stories that linger long after the final page.
The flame is stirring.
The gates are opening.
And the story has only just begun.
About the Author :
ABOUT THE AUTHORNelia Ross is an Italian-born singer, songwriter, composer, pianist, producer, writer, and painter, whose captivating voice has enchanted audiences worldwide, and whose artistic journey has always been guided by imagination, discipline, and a profound love for storytelling. With a multidisciplinary academic background and a strong command of multiple foreign languages beyond Italian and English, she brings a truly global perspective to every project she creates.Rooted in the ancient beauty of Abruzzo's mountains in Italy, and a lifelong love for music and art, raised in Rome, now living between two beautiful worlds, Italy and the United Stated of America, she has built a career that bridges continents, art forms, and generations, performing at concerts, cultural events, forming international collaborations, producing and hosting television programs, and developing original and artistic projects that seamlessly weave together music, narrative, and visual expression.Then came the wolf.One single drawing she sketched suddenly unleashed an entire universe inside her mind. In a heartbeat, Emberlight Chronicles, her debut Trilogy, were complete. Writing became a natural and powerful extension of her artistic life. Nelia brings to the page the same emotional truth, richness, and a deep sensitivity that define her music, giving life to the inner worlds of her characters and crafting stories shaped by themes of kindness, memory, courage, adventure, mystery, magic, and the enduring bonds that connect us across time and experience. The Awakening is Book One of the series - the spark that ignites it all.And because Nelia doesn't just dream - she transforms them into reality - her creative vision led her to establish Biscroma Broadcasting Network Inc., a dynamic media company dedicated to music, recordings, book publishing, TV series, film production, and cross-media projects.Nelia writes for every child and every adult who still believes in wonder.To connect with Nelia, follow her online and join her creative journey: Website: www.neliaross.comFacebook: @nelia.ross.2025Instagram: @neliaross.artist
