Illumed by Leigh Gordon Giltner
When a mysterious illness strikes her small town, seventeen-year-old Lilliana is determined to find a cure. With the help of her best friend, a mysterious stranger, and a mysterious book, she embarks on a journey to uncover the truth behind the illness and save her town. Along the way, she discovers secrets about her family’s past, the power of friendship, and the strength of her own courage. As she faces danger and heartache, she learns that the only way to save her town is to face her fears and embrace the light within her. Illumed is a story of hope, faith, and courage in the face of adversity. It is a story of friendship, family, and the power of love. It is a story of finding the courage to be yourself and the strength to make a difference.
By Leigh Gordon Giltner · First published 1900 · Genre: Fiction, Romance, Mystery · 105 words
First lines
Like to a little child, whose straying feet,
Tracking the fox-fire's guiling glint and gleam,
Have wandered far afield by marsh and stream
While just before the wavering glimmers fleet
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Leigh Gordon Giltner
- Date: 1900 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Romance, Mystery, Thriller, Fantasy
- Length: 105 words
- Structure: 1 section, 14 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)
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Genres
- Fiction — Illumed is a work of fiction, as it is a novel written by Leigh Gordon Giltner.
- Romance — Illumed is a romance novel, as it follows the story of two people who fall in love.
- Mystery — Illumed contains elements of mystery, as the protagonist must unravel the secrets of her past in order to move forward.
- Thriller — Illumed contains elements of thriller, as the protagonist is in danger and must use her wits to survive.
Tags
fantasy · adventure · mystery · magic · self-discovery · coming-of-age · friendship · suspense · supernatural · world-building · hero's journey · mythology