The Lumen Caligo: Fallen by Lawrence C. Cobb
Lumen Caligo #1

A man sits on the beach contemplating his life…and what he has left behind…then goes home and finds a baby on his doorstep. Checking under the baby’s blanket her realizes this is a child HE needs to nourish and care for and then…suddenly eleven years have passed and the man on the beach is attending the eleven-year-old child’s graduation from middle school. What transpired in those years? What will happen next?

This well written, intricately plotted, story with a mythology and world that is ours but contains elements of humans unmet is…intriguing. I can see that YA readers would be quickly enchanted and wish to find out more about Cyrus and what his life holds in store for him.

This story has well-crafted characters that I was able to relate to and a world that has enough in common with today to feel “real” but provide a touch of mystery, magic, and fantasy. I have a feeling that those reading this will find one character, or more, to identify with and will feel compelled to continue reading this series as there is definitely a cliffhanger of an ending to this book.

I won’t give details away but will say that I stayed up till 2:30am last night reading and though I typically avoid YA fiction…this book grabbed me and would not let me go. There are some questions I still have but that often happens with cliffhanger endings so do hope that the next book will answer my questions.

Thank you to NetGalley and ArchwayPublishing for the ARC – This is my honest review.

4-5 Stars

An epic tale that seamlessly weaves together elements of fantasy, mystery, and adventure. Set in a world divided by the color of wings, the story introduces readers to the enigmatic figure of the Lumen Caligo, a peacekeeper born once every 350 years with both white and black wings. Cobb's storytelling prowess shines as he takes us on a journey through time, exploring the Lumen Caligo's role in maintaining peace among nations and the mystery surrounding his disappearance.

This book is a captivating read that will keep you on the edge of your seat, eagerly turning pages to uncover the secrets of the Lumen Caligo and the fate of the world. With its rich world-building, well-developed characters, and a gripping plot, Lawrence C. Cobb has crafted a masterful work of fiction that is sure to leave readers longing for more.

Whoa, The Lumen Caligo by Lawrence C. Cobb had me hooked from the very first page! Imagine a world where people have wings, and there's this super rare guy called the Lumen Caligo with both white and black wings. He's like a superhero peacekeeper, but then he disappears, leaving behind this mysterious 'Isolation Order.' It's like something out of a movie!

I couldn't put this book down because I had to know what happened next. The author takes you on a wild ride through time and nations, and it's all so vivid and exciting. The best part is that it all starts on a sunset beach in California with this guy who has no idea he's about to change the world. If you want a thrilling adventure with a touch of mystery and fantasy, The Lumen Caligo is the book you need to read!