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Chronicles of the Aethlum – Eternal Ember
£27.99
Book 1 of the Aethlum Saga, Eternal Ember
Description
In a world where even the gods have fallen silent, a single spark remains.
Eternal Ember is the first book in the Aethlum Saga—a sweeping epic of forgotten gods, ancient magic, and a child who should never have survived.
When a silver-eyed boy is found wandering the edge of Silverwood, no one suspects the truth buried within him. Taken in by a reclusive order of mages and priests, Eldryn finds himself drawn into a realm of whispered prophecy, hunted creatures, and old powers awakening from slumber.
As war gathers in the north and dark forces twist the hearts of men, the world begins to remember. But what stirs is not always salvation.
Eldryn is not just a boy.
He is a spark of something lost.
And some embers were never meant to die.
Perfect for fans of lyrical fantasy, fierce friendships, and slow-burn mythic storytelling.
“A story where even the light has teeth. Enter if you dare.”
Clara Myles –
“This book stayed with me long after I turned the last page.”
There’s a quiet beauty to Eternal Ember that caught me off guard. It’s not about flashy battles or constant action—it’s about loss, memory, and the tiny flickers of hope that refuse to die. The world feels ancient, layered with forgotten stories, and the prose reads like a song half-remembered from childhood.
Eldryn’s journey isn’t loud or heroic in the traditional sense, but it’s deeply powerful. You feel the weight he carries, even when he doesn’t speak it aloud.
Highly recommended for readers who love rich lore, emotional depth, and fantasy that makes you feel like you’re reading a myth rediscovered.
Daniel Merrick –
“Something about this book just feels important.”
I don’t usually leave reviews, but Eternal Ember deserves more attention. It’s one of those rare stories that doesn’t just entertain—it resonates. The writing is poetic without being dense, and the world of Illyndor feels like it’s been waiting for someone to remember it.
The character of Eldryn is subtle and quietly heartbreaking. You root for him not because he’s powerful, but because he’s enduring. There’s a kind of spiritual weight to the whole thing that reminded me of the first time I read The Silmarillion, but it’s far more approachable.
It’s clear this is the start of something huge. I’ll be following the rest of the saga for sure.
Kaylee J. –
“I didn’t expect to cry this much.”
I’m 17 and I read a lot of fantasy, but Eternal Ember hit different. Eldryn isn’t just some chosen one—he’s someone who shouldn’t have survived, and the stuff he goes through with Nokon… it broke me. I wasn’t prepared for how raw and real it felt.
There’s this moment where he’s trying so hard not to cry, not to show pain, and it reminded me of things I’ve been through. It made me want to protect him. The way MJ Kaye writes that scene, it’s not just about magic—it’s about surviving when you’re young and the world’s already cruel.
This book doesn’t scream at you. It just… hurts, in a beautiful way. And it stays.
Mira Ainsley –
“Sylindra and Eldryn absolutely stole my heart.”
I’m in love with this book. Like, deeply. I didn’t expect to get so attached, but Sylindra is everything. Fierce, kind, wounded—but still so strong. The way she cares for Eldryn, even when she doesn’t fully understand him… it just hit something in me. Their bond is so tender, especially in a world that feels so cold and cruel at times.
And Eldryn? I just wanted to hug him and protect him through the whole thing. He’s been through so much, and don’t even get me started on how horrible Vellin is. That witch made my blood boil. Every scene she’s in, I was gritting my teeth. She’s the worst—and that’s a compliment to how well she’s written.
This book made me feel everything. I can’t wait to see where Sylindra and Eldryn’s journey goes next.
Ronan Vex –
“The Hollow Rise chapter had me holding my breath.”
Listen—I’ve read a lot of fantasy battles, but nothing hit like the three-day stand at Hollow Rise. Just Gromm and Thalorin, two men against over a hundred mercenaries… it was cinematic, brutal, and weirdly beautiful. The way it’s written doesn’t just show blood—it shows exhaustion, will, and brotherhood at its rawest.
Gromm is an absolute force of nature (I would not want to be on the wrong end of that man’s warhammer), but it’s Thalorin who really surprised me. He’s tactical, composed, and you feel the weight of every choice he makes. By the end of that chapter, I was exhausted with them—and completely in awe.
This is the kind of storytelling that makes you pause and reread lines just to soak in the tension. Kaye nailed it.
Talia Wynne –
“I bought it for the cover… I stayed for the world.”
At first, I’ll admit it—the cover drew me in. That soft forest light, the wooden sword, the sense of quiet magic… I thought I was in for a gentle fantasy. What I got was something so much bigger.
Illyndor is massive—truly massive. Every city, every god, every whispered legend feels like it has a thousand years of history behind it. I kept thinking I’d caught my breath and then BAM—another layer of lore, another hidden truth, another flash of something ancient and terrifying.
And Eldryn… gods, that boy deserves peace. The way Nokon treats him had me shouting at the page. He’s not just cruel—he’s calculating, and it made my skin crawl. I haven’t hated a character this much in a long time.
This book wasn’t what I expected. It was more. I finished it and just sat in silence, thinking about how much of the world I’d only just seen.
Sophie M. –
“I was not ready for this book—and I mean that in the best (and worst) way.”
I got Eternal Ember the morning it came out—my mum surprised me with the hardback as a gift and it’s honestly the most beautiful book I own. The cover is stunning, the pages are thick and soft, and yes—I absolutely sniffed it. There’s nothing like the smell of a brand new hardback. Nothing.
I curled up with it expecting to read a few chapters. I’m now on page 300. And I am screaming. I am crying. I am emotionally ruined. The writing is beautiful, but it’s also sharp—and it cuts deep.
I won’t spoil it, but when Auren shows up—Eldryn’s own cousin—I was not okay. The way he treats Eldryn… it physically hurt to read. I had to stop just to breathe. I love Eldryn so much, and seeing him go through that broke something in me.
It’s one of the best books I’ve ever read. And I already know it’s going to live in my head (and my heart) for a long, long time.
MJ Kaye –
Hi Sophie,
Thank you so much for your incredible review—I’m thrilled (and mildly guilty) that Eternal Ember has hit you so hard. Please thank your mum from me—she clearly has excellent taste, and I’m so glad she gifted you the hardback. And yes, there’s nothing quite like that new book smell, is there? It’s practically sacred.
Now, about all that screaming, crying, and emotional devastation… I’d like to say I’m sorry. I really would.
But I’m not. 😈
You’ve officially joined the ranks of the emotionally wounded Aethlum readers, and I couldn’t be more proud. (And yes—Auren is the worst at that point. We’re all still mad about it.)
Hold on tight—it only gets deeper from here.
With all the light (and just a little shadow),
MJ Kaye
Author | Occasional Heartbreaker | Full-time Aethlum Builder