The First Ethereal: Book One in the Ethereal World Duology (The Ethereal World Series 1) by E L Williams

A cursed empath. A fallen witch. An impossible quest.For Lilly, being an empath has always felt like a curse. She’s spent her life avoiding people — her only anchor, the mysterious and loyal Jack.But when floodwaters threaten her home, she’s thrust into a reality she can no longer avoid.Taken in by Storm, a fallen witch haunted by loss, Lilly finds an unexpected refuge — and the found family she never saw coming.But peace is short-lived. As fear spreads and society begins to unravel, the fate of the world rests on finding the first Ethereal — the mythical being the Book of Prophecy claims is Earth’s last hope.As time runs out on their desperate quest, Lilly and Storm must risk everything. But as dark forces close in, Lilly must also confront the devastating truth about who Jack really is.TropesEmotionally rich, character-driven fantasyA journey of survival, found family, and forgotten truthsHope, friendship, and survival in a collapsing worldSlow burn, no-spice romanceGrief, love, and what it means to feel too much'The First Ethereal' is the first book in the Ethereal World duology. Book two, 'The Blessing of Crows' is available now, as is the standalone prequel, 'The Magic Keepers'. Reader reviews⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Beautifully told, The First Ethereal will stay with you for a long time.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘Unique, intriguing, and brimming with surprises.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘If I could give this book more than 5 stars, I would.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is escapism at its best.’