In the Shadows is the second book in the Children of Light series, continuing Emma’s journey through a fractured post-Rapture world where faith is tested not only by danger, but by doubt and rejection.

Emma carries White-Light—a rare and costly gift that draws both fear and division. As factions tighten their control and trust fractures, she struggles to reconcile her calling with her faith and her love for Kaiden. When Kaiden questions the worth of her Light, Emma is forced to confront the painful possibility that what God has entrusted to her may also place her in danger.

Wounded and uncertain, Emma runs—grappling with betrayal, fear, and the question of whether her gifts will ultimately be used against her. As she seeks guidance and reflects on what obedience truly requires, she faces choices that challenge both her desires and her trust in God’s purpose.

Running parallel to Emma’s path is Grayson, who is sent by his father, Nestor, to find her. Torn between loyalty, insecurity, and unanswered questions, Grayson obeys without fully understanding the mission—or its cost. As tensions rise and the mysteries of the Light deepen, both Emma and Grayson must navigate a path shaped by faith, sacrifice, and the quiet hope of redemption.

In the Shadows explores the hidden cost of calling, the weight of stewardship, and the faith required to walk forward when Light does not bring safety—but God remains faithful.