Aura — Scott Gustafson

This story follows Ethan Isles, a young man navigating a complex world of mystical powers tied to a phenomenon called aura. Ethan is the eldest son in a family of powerful aura users, yet his abilities remain undeveloped, causing him to feel inadequate. Through rigorous training with his father and siblings, Ethan begins to uncover his latent potential, demonstrated in a pivotal moment when he unleashes a mysterious, powerful attack. The plot thickens as Ethan learns about a deep family rivalry over the Scepter of Rule, a legendary artifact that determines control among aura families. Ethan becomes entangled in the political and personal stakes of this feud, particularly with the Johnson family, whose daughter Ashley is both an adversary and a lingering mystery. The book is a tale of self-discovery, family loyalty, and the pursuit of power, culminating in revelations about Ethan's potential role in an impending conflict between aura users.