The Shattered Compass (Book 1 of Mysteries of Shattered Isles) ****** Elysia thought her life was simple-until the war came. Forced to flee her village, she sought refuge with a family friend, unaware that this escape would lead her to an unimaginable fate. A mysterious stranger gives her a compass, and in an instant, she's swept into a world she never knew existed. In this strange realm, ancient secrets unfold, and a forgotten evil stirs, threatening to consume everything. Elysia discovers that she holds the key to finding a lost realm-one that could save or destroy both worlds. With danger at every turn and allies who may not be what they seem, Elysia must face trials that will test her strength, uncover hidden powers within herself, and navigate the dark path between friendship and betrayal. The clock is ticking. Will she find the lost realm in time, or will evil claim victory? The journey of a lifetime is about to begin.