Book 2 in the Shadowside trilogy by Robert Elmer has been released!
It’s called The Owling. Journey to another planet, where the new faith of its first believers is tested in the shadow of evil…
Who’s the book for? Young teen (or young at heart) readers who like a rollicking good story! The main character is a fifteen-year-old girl, but with a high-profile boy character it’s equally appealing to the other gender. After all, I’m a guy, too—and my 25-year-old son was my first reader, who gave me great feedback. He loves the stories.
The Owling rolls together a touch of biblical allegory and a good dose of sci-fi, but I’ve written it especially for kids who may not otherwise be sci-fi fans. It avoids much of the darkness and hopelessness that sometimes creeps into science fiction. In fact, I’m already hearing comments like, “I’m not normally into sci-fi, but I love this book!” That’s exactly what I’d hoped people would say! What’s more, The Owling is equally appropriate for Christians (who will recognize the allegory) and non-Christians (who will enjoy the adventure).
So I’d love for you to get a copy for your library, church, family, friends, grandkids… or all of the above. It’s available through all the usual channels—including your local Christian bookstore, or online at Christianbook.com and Amazon.com.
Just as importantly, please help us spread the word about “Shadowside.” With your help and support, we can give Christian fantasy a boost—and help give today’s young readers more appealing, God-honoring reading choices.
Thanks so much, and happy reading,
Robert
P.S. Here’s the more “official” story thumbnail:
Life gets even more confusing for fifteen-year-old Oriannon when her former music mentor, Jesmet, miraculously returns from the dead and promises his students a special power called Numa. But he’s not the only one offering hope. Sola, Corista’s charismatic head of Security, proposes the Ultimate Solution for peace and recruits Oriannon to help her carry out the plan. But Oriannon’s friends are skeptical and try to convince her that the plan brutalizes the once-peaceful Owling people. Will Oriannon embrace Sola’s solution as the answer to Corista’s ancient dilemma? Or will she instead believe the untested promises of a mystical holy man?
The Owling. Pick up a copy at your local bookseller, Christian bookstore, or online at Amazon.com or Christianbook.com. (Just type in "Owling.").