The Calamities of Totterum by Benjamin Kamphuis

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Book 2 in the Shades of Aura series.

Blurb:

Following the aftermath of Flaunte and the ambush outside of the Blackstone Mountains, Yaron Meek finds safety within Labyrintha, the capital of the Mentality Aura. However, an internal darkness begins to consume his humanity. The Soothsayer, a strong Mentalist, aids Yaron in navigating his new headspace while learning about the Mentality Aura. Shifts in other relationships, new friendships, and a strengthening bond with Ricochet flourish.

War with the Officers continues to threaten Labyrintha and our heroes. How long until the Officers break past the Blackstone Mountains? Will disaster strike again?

And in the distance, a golden city lost in time beckons our group. Has the Luck Aura finally been found? What does that mean for Yaron and the calamity that Toterrum continues to inflict on Biome?

Tropes:

• Found family
• Raw Mental Health Rep
• Coming of Age

Perfect for fans of:

• Elemental magic
• Coming-of-age fantasy
• Emotionally rich queer heroes
• Avatar: The Last Airbender
• Zelda
• Lyrical worldbuilding