The Light That Takes

It's been fourteen years since Gaeren saw Aeliana disappear, but he still searches every port for his childhood friend. When the latest clue points to lands across the barrier, where people are no longer supposed to exist, Gaeren is forced to relive the painful memories of losing Aeliana in order to discover if she's still within his reach.The Light That Takes is a prequel short story in The Half-Light Chronicles. Gaeren and Aeliana's story continues in Blood of the Stars.