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The Cost of Magic by L. J. Evias – A YA Fantasy Prequel Full of Intrigue & Enchantment

Every so often, a story arrives that feels less like ink on paper and more like a whispered spell. For me, The Cost of Magic by L. J. Evias was exactly that.

As I followed Torvia, a young woman determined to carve her place in a world shaped by princes, princesses, and hidden powers, I felt her choices weigh on me like they were my own. Should she chase duty, embrace danger, or surrender to temptation? Each turn of the page pulled me deeper into her dilemma.

What I loved most is how this YA fantasy prequel is more than a tale of spells and swords. It’s a reflection of our own struggles—finding courage, embracing risk, and facing the cost of becoming who we are meant to be.

The world-building is alive with royal courts, secret lessons in magic, and the kind of tension that makes you hold your breath. Torvia is not just a heroine; she’s a mirror for every reader who has ever questioned their path yet pressed forward with determination.

⭐ My Verdict: The Cost of Magic is a beautifully imagined prequel that combines fantasy, resilience, and emotional depth. If you enjoy YA fantasy adventures with strong heroines and meaningful choices, this is a book you shouldn’t miss.

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The Roar Within

The free Kindle promotion for The Roar Within has ended.

 

But the story continues to echo.

If you downloaded it, I’d love to hear what lingered—your reflections, a quote, or a quiet review.

The Roar Within is now available to read free with Kindle Unlimited.

For others, ARC copies are still available for reviewers. No physical books at this time.

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Let silence roar.

 

🧓 Late-Life Creator Manifesto

📌 Title: I Didn’t Peak in My 30s. I Peaked in My Silence.

I didn’t go viral. I went quiet. I didn’t chase trends. I chased truth. I didn’t peak in my 30s. I peaked in my silence.

After retirement, I began again. I wrote The Roar Within—a novel shaped by grief, memory, and the quiet force of reinvention.

It’s not just a book. It’s a rebellion against the idea that creativity has an expiry date.

If you’ve ever felt the weight of unspoken words, this story might speak to you.

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RETIREMENT

 

The Joy of Small Journeys After Retirement

There was a time when travel meant ticking off destinations, chasing novelty, and collecting photographs like trophies. But something shifted after retirement. The world didn’t shrink—it deepened.

Last week, I walked through a quiet lane in Kharghar I’d passed a hundred times before. This time, I noticed the way the bougainvillea leaned into the street like it had something to say. A chai vendor waved without trying to sell me anything. A child laughed at a puddle. And I felt—unexpectedly—like I was traveling.

🛤️ What Counts as a Journey?

We often think of journeys as grand undertakings. But the most transformative ones are often small:

• A walk without headphones.

• A conversation with a stranger.

• A detour through a forgotten alley.

• A moment of stillness before the day begins.

These are not escapes. They are arrivals.

✨ Retirement as a Portal

Retirement isn’t just freedom from work—it’s freedom to notice. To slow down. To feel the texture of time again. I’ve found that the less I chase, the more I receive. Wonder doesn’t need a passport. It needs presence.

🛤️ What Counts as a Journey?

We often think of journeys as grand undertakings. But the most transformative ones are often small:

• A walk without headphones
• A conversation with a stranger
• A detour through a forgotten alley
• A moment of stillness before the day begins

These are not escapes. They are arrivals.

✨ Retirement as a Portal

Retirement isn’t just freedom from work—it’s freedom to notice. To slow down. To feel the texture of time again. I’ve found that the less I chase, the more I receive. Wonder doesn’t need a passport. It needs presence.

🧭 Try This: Design Your Own Small Journey

Here are a few prompts to help you rediscover your surroundings:

• Visit a place within 2 km that you’ve never entered
• Ask someone about their favorite spot in your neighborhood
• Walk without a destination—just follow curiosity
• Revisit a childhood memory and trace its physical location

🌅 Closing Thought

The world is not waiting to be conquered. It’s waiting to be seen. And sometimes, the most profound journeys begin with a single step out your front door.

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