Thalia in Exile Series | Book #1

A Towers of Light Adventure

A thrilling middle grade Christian fantasy inspired by the biblical story of Daniel, filled with adventure, courage, and the battle to stand for truth in a world of beautiful lies.

Thalia never expected to be taken. But the Darkness has plans of its own.

When the dreaded Steele Brothers and their Giant allies raid her home at midnight, Thalia and her friends are captured and forced on a harrowing journey to the mysterious academy at Emohnomed.

Like the young men of Judah chosen for the king of Babylon's service, they are carried into a world of shadowed luxury where they must learn the language and literature of a culture that serves the Darkness.

But something isn't right.

When Headmistress Imogen adds a mysterious "gift from the bishop" to the students' punch, Thalia's keen senses detect the putrescent smell of a counterfeit light. Clinging to the Good Book she smuggled into her bag, she refuses the smoke-laced food that begins turning her friends into unthinking foes.

Now Thalia must stand firm against deception, false accusations, and a Darkness determined to change who she is.

Because this isn't just about escaping her captors. It's about saving the people who no longer know they need to be saved.

Perfect for middle grade readers who love The Wingfeather Saga, The Chronicles of Narnia, and faith-filled fantasy adventures where courage is tested and truth matters.

Details

Genre: Middle Grade | Christian Fantasy | Adventure
ISBN-13: Hardcover: 978-1-962562-25-5
Authors: Allen Brokken and Thalia Schertzer
Publisher: Towers of Light
Series: Thalia in Exile, Book 1
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About the Authors

Allen Brokken and Thalia Schertzer invite young readers into a fantasy adventure inspired by the biblical story of Daniel. Through Thalia's journey, themes of courage, discernment, faith, and standing for truth come alive in a world where Darkness often disguises itself as something beautiful.

Allen Brokken is a teacher at heart, a husband and father most of all. He's a joyful writer by the abundant grace of God. He began writing the Towers of Light series for his own children to help him illustrate the deep truths of the Bible in an engaging and age appropriate way. He's dedicated 15 years of his life to volunteer roles in children's ministry and youth development. Now that his own children are off to college he's telling stories and sharing clean humor on social media @allenbrokkenauthor, and through his blog https: //www.allenbrokkenauthor.comAllen Brokken is a teacher at heart, a husband, and a father most of all. He's a joyful writer by the abundant grace of God. He began writing the Towers of Light series for his own children to help him illustrate the deep truths of the Bible in an engaging and age-appropriate way. He's dedicated 15 years of his life to volunteer roles in children's ministry and youth development. Now that his own children are off to college, he's sharing his life experiences at home school conferences and through his blog and newsletter at https: //allenbrokkenauthor.com/subscribe. You can get sneak peeks of the ongoing adventures of Lauren, Aiden, and Ethan (plus their pets!) and the #dadjokeoftheday on all the major social media platforms. @allenbrokkenauthor

Content

Ages: Middle Grade
Content: Fantasy Violence, Peril, Captivity, Magical Elements, Christian Themes
Themes: Courage, Truth, Discernment, Faith, Perseverance, Standing Against Deception

Story Promise

Every title we publish is crafted to inspire with age-appropriate storytelling, free from excessive violence, explicit content, and profanity.

Why Readers Love It

✔ A thrilling Christian fantasy adventure inspired by the biblical story of Daniel

✔ A courageous heroine learning to stand for truth when everyone around her is being deceived

✔ Giants, mysterious academies, forbidden secrets, and the battle between Light and Darkness

✔ Meaningful themes of faith, courage, discernment, and resisting temptation

✔ Perfect for fans of The Wingfeather Saga, The Chronicles of Narnia, and faith-filled middle grade fantasy