Fallen Angel

Leira Shay is a young soldier living in a time plagued by war. Their forsaken enemies crush all hope, and destroy homes and lives. She has been majorly affected by this, losing many beloved family members and close friends. When her home is destroyed, she must leave to escape death. When a mysterious crystal is discovered, it brings trouble with it. This simple gem is the most desired object in the world, and their enemies would kill for it. It surrounds Leira in legends and unravels clues to a centuries old mystery that has long gone unsolved. Unfortunately, these legends and mysteries involve beings that aren't even human...