Ashes: Book 1 of the Shadows Series - By Tristan Carver

In the ashes of a broken world, two young men must navigate the complexities of loyalty, love, and rebellion in a dystopian society that thrives on conformity.

Daylen Voss, born into the elite of Veritara, has always felt the weight of his privileged upbringing. As the nation's brutal class system perpetuates inequality, he secretly yearns for a life beyond the rigid expectations of his society. When he meets Kael Marek, a fiercely determined survivor from the lower classes, their worlds collide, igniting a spark of change.

Together, they join a band of rebels fighting against a tyrannical regime led by the manipulative Jax, who is determined to maintain control at any cost. As tensions rise and their mission to dismantle the oppressive system intensifies, Daylen and Kael grapple with their feelings for each other, forced to confront their insecurities and the realities of their forbidden love.

But with whispers of betrayal and the looming threat of a mole within their ranks, trust becomes a fragile commodity. As the rebellion faces its darkest hour, Daylen and Kael must rely on each other to find the strength to stand against the shadows of their pasts.

In a heart-pounding climax, they'll discover that love can be both a weapon and a refuge, but can it be enough to save them when everything they know is at stake?

"Ashes" is a poignant tale of self-discovery, resilience, and the transformative power of love against a backdrop of societal collapse. Join Daylen and Kael as they fight to reclaim their lives-and their hearts-in a world that seeks to tear them apart.