The Lost Story: A Novel By Meg Shaffer

Inspired by the enchanting world of C. S. Lewis’s Narnia, this novel by the author of "The Wishing Game" unfolds a tale of mystery and magic that spans two realms: the ordinary and the extraordinary.

Best friends Jeremy Cox and Rafe Howell vanished into the depths of a vast West Virginia forest as boys, only to reappear six months later with no recollection of where they had been or how they survived. Now, fifteen years later, Rafe has become a reclusive artist scarred by both visible and hidden wounds, while Jeremy, gifted with uncanny abilities, has forged a career as a renowned missing persons’ investigator.

When vet tech Emilie Wendell seeks Jeremy's help to find her missing sister, who vanished under circumstances eerily similar to Rafe and Jeremy's disappearance, Jeremy reluctantly reveals the truth: during those lost months, they were ensnared in a magical realm of breathtaking beauty and perilous secrets. Convinced that Emilie's sister can be found there, Jeremy enlists Rafe’s aid, sparking a journey that forces them to confront their shared past and the traumas they left unresolved.

As they embark on this quest alongside the determined Emilie, Rafe and Jeremy must return to the fantastical world they once called home, confronting long-buried memories and confronting the mysteries that have shaped their lives. The narrative intertwines themes of friendship, loss, and redemption, offering readers a mesmerizing blend of adventure and introspection as the characters grapple with their personal demons while navigating a world where reality and magic intertwine in unexpected ways. 📚❤️