Shadow and Son by Gretchen Powell Fox
Author : Gretchen Powell Fox
Book : Shadow and Son
/Fantasy Romance/
Publication date : October 22th 2026
Blurb:
A Fractured World
The fragile peace forged in the wake of the Crucible is unraveling. With the rise of an old foe and ancient magic stirring, the scars dividing Arcanis have begun to bleed anew, and the future of the realm hangs by a thread.
A Queen of Shadow
Elyria Lightbreaker has paid a devastating price to save her loved ones. Now, she faces a whole new darkness—and must decide how much more of herself she is willing to give to save a world that has already taken so much.
A Man on the Brink
Rocked by the secrets of his past and the truth behind his power, Cedric Thorne scours the continent in search of the woman he loves. But as enemies emerge from hiding and Elyria is pulled ever farther from reach, he must face the terrifying possibility that saving her may mean becoming something unforgivable. And once his fire is unleashed, there may be no putting it out.
A Final Reckoning
Bound by love but burdened by prophecy, Elyria and Cedric stand at the crossroads of Arcanis’s future. Together, they will confront a truth neither can Not all wounds can be healed, and the price victory demands may not be worth paying.
My thoughts:
I really enjoyed the previous books in the series, so I was a bit anxious about picking up *Shadow and Son*. I was so happy it delivered—and then some!
The pacing felt so natural and flowed perfectly for me, and the multiple POVs made it even more interesting and immersive, giving you a wider scope.
The tone and emotional impact of this book are darker and heavier, but we still have those moments of levity to balance things along the way.
What shone brightest for me was Elyria's character arc and growth, and her relationship with Cedric.
The way she dealt with her struggles and pain while still holding on to her caring, soft side just squeezed my heart with all kinds of emotions. It was heartwarming to see her vulnerable side, and not only her tough warrior exterior.
Her connection with Cedric became even deeper, and the way he gave her space to process and breathe while still being her pillar when needed was just beautifully done.
Furthermore, the way he made her consent his priority was a top-tier green flag, and I loved it! I love him even more!
The final battle was epic, and although some twists were predictable, they didn't diminish the high stakes, tension, and intensity of this grand moment.
I really enjoyed the whole journey, and I’m glad I picked up this series!
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