Shadow of the Son

When identities shift and loyalties are tested, what becomes most important to protect?

The wily, charismatic Lord Bromley tries to take ownership of Rhinebeck through a series of cunning deceits. Joined by unexpected allies, Percy must parry Lord Bromley’s attacks and preserve his benefactor’s legacy, while grappling with his newfound identity. This novel explores parent-child relationships, fractured vows, and the prescience of the dead.

Book 2 of the Eye of the Moon series, this story resonates with international readers as the author was raised in the environment he writes about and is remarkably well-read in Latin, Greek, and world literature, which influences his storytelling style. Themes include friendship, loyalty, family, belonging, and the dilemma of finding one’s place in shifting relationships.

About the Author

Ivan Obolensky grew up in high society as the grandson of Alice Astor and Prince Serge Obolensky. One of the highlights of his childhood was sharing lunches at St. Regis with his father and grandfather, listening to their stories. He wrote poetry and short fiction in his youth, social sciences articles in his adulthood, and his debut fiction launched when he was in his 60s. His mission in writing is to “delight the reader” and he is always happy to meet and hear from them.Ivan Obolensky grew up in high society as the grandson of Alice Astor and Prince Serge Obolensky. One of the highlights of his childhood was sharing lunches at St. Regis with his father and grandfather, listening to their stories. He wrote poetry and short fiction in his youth, social sciences articles in his adulthood, and his debut fiction launched when he was in his 60s. His mission in writing is to “delight the reader” and he is always happy to meet and hear from them.