"Varona's storytelling prowess shines through, ensuring that the sequel doesn't get overshadowed by its predecessor. Rather, it enhances the allure, magnetizing readers into a more intense, immersive, and spellbinding realm. The Cycle of Eden claims its rightful place among the top-tier fantasy series I've delved into this year. Its world-building strikes a harmonious balance-neither overwhelmingly intricate nor skimpy but brimming with ingenuity and fresh concepts." - 2023 Literary Titan Book Awards (Gold) "This second installment in the author's fantasy series teems with action, with characters engaged in frenzied battles and against various backdrops even as an easygoing tone propels the narrative. This swiftly paced adventure further bolsters a winsome ongoing fantasy series." - Kirkus Reviews
"The Cycle of Eden: Two Sides of Corruption picks up where The Cycle of Eden: The Young Revolution left off. There is plenty of fantasy to get lost in with the wide cast of characters and creatures occupying this tale, from corrupted angels to talking skeletons, to fierce martial artists like Valentina, to talking dogs such as Chase. The dialogues and interactions which power this tale are compelling, offering satisfying twists and turns as new threats evolve." - Diane Donovan, Senior Reviewer, Midwest Book Review
It's always watching, always listening, always hungry, and it's inside us all.
Seth, the prophesied Young God destined to revive the Light, finds himself corrupted by his very own brother, the Neo God. Like an addictive drug, the Darkness infecting his soul twists his resolve, transforming him into a carrier of malevolence aiming to deny his gift of salvation to Eden.
However, no one else knows of this parasite, and they must never find out. As Seth struggles to resist the haunting lies etched into his mind, his desperate attempts to survive ultimately result in heinous actions against his loved ones. With each passing moment, the horrible symptoms intensify, driving the hero further into servitude to his brother as they journey toward the ominous Dark Continent.
In The Cycle of Eden: Two Sides of Corruption, Daniel Varona delivers visceral action and delves deeply into the internal conflicts brewing within the heroes, expertly exploring the fragility of trust, teetering on the edge of collapse and creating a suspenseful and thought-provoking narrative.
