The Lost Story: A Novel by Meg Shaffer

In this enchanting novel inspired by C. S. Lewis's Narnia series, author of "The Wishing Game" introduces readers to a tale of childhood friends Jeremy Cox and Rafe Howell, who vanished into the depths of a vast West Virginia forest as boys, only to reappear six months later with no memory of their ordeal. Now, fifteen years later, Rafe lives as a reclusive artist marked by both physical and emotional scars, while Jeremy has become a renowned investigator specializing in missing persons cases.

When vet tech Emilie Wendell seeks Jeremy's help to find her missing sister, who vanished in the same forest, Jeremy reveals a fantastical truth: during their disappearance, he and Rafe had entered a magical realm of breathtaking beauty and perilous dangers. Jeremy believes this realm holds the key to finding Emilie's sister, but he has kept this knowledge hidden from Rafe for reasons of his own.

As they embark on a quest alongside Emilie, Rafe and Jeremy must confront their shared past and the memories they've buried. They return to the enchanted world they once called home, navigating through its mysteries to retrieve what they have lost over the years.

The narrative weaves together elements of fantasy and mystery, exploring themes of friendship, loss, and the transformative power of memory. It delves into the complexities of relationships forged in extraordinary circumstances and the resilience required to confront one's past.

With its evocative prose and compelling characters, this novel promises a journey into a world where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur, inviting readers to rediscover the magic they once believed in as children and the courage needed to face the unknown. ❤️📚❤️