The Kingdom of the Inland Sea — David Phillips

Picture this: You awaken in a towering stone edifice, heart pounding from a nightmarish dream. The cold, hard reality? You're all alone, utterly clueless about how you ended up here or where your friends have vanished to. But this isn't just any tower; it's the portal to a world brimming with magic, mysteries, and unimaginable wonders. Meet Jake-a self-absorbed twenty-four-year-old from the East Coast with an appetite for the easy life. He yearns to escape this bewildering realm and return to his cushy existence. But fate, it seems, has a different plan. Forces far beyond his control have thrust him into a destiny he never asked for. Soon, he's under siege from sinister, unexplainable forces. He's thrust into the heart of a fractured kingdom's problems, and, to his chagrin, he's saddled with the grandiose title of, The Guardian. Jake's transformation from self-centered jerk to reluctant hero is a thrilling roller coaster ride for the reader. With the aid of an enigmatic cast of characters, each harboring their own secrets and agendas, he sets out on a journey of self-discovery. Magic, danger, and destiny await around every corner. Mysterious Lighthouse is more than an adventure; it's an electrifying odyssey through realms where the impossible becomes reality. It challenges Jake's very essence, forcing him to confront his deepest fears and true potential. Join Jake as he navigates this mesmerizing world, discovering that sometimes, the most unexpected and perilous journeys lead to the most profound self-realization. With The Mysterious Lighthouse, you have nothing to lose and everything to gain-get ready to dive headfirst into the unknown.