A World between Shadow and Light
Discover the Secrets of Shimmer
Welcome to The Shimmerfall Trilogy — the old world order has collapsed, where shadows now stretch long but the spark of hope still dares to flicker. Step into a hauntingly near future, where despair and the will to survive collide, and every choice echoes in the battle for tomorrow’s freedom. The journey awaits. Will you answer the call?
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What readers say...
"Gripping, thrilling, chilling, socially relevant – and romantic! What more could a reader want?"
Raphie K.
United Kingdom
"A nail-biting dystopian debut with a disturbingly plausible vision of the future – and a glimmer of hope that lingers."
Meg R.
South Africa
"...combines a visceral and realistic evil with an enthralling and inventive storyline. A pertinent reminder that the best ways to combat hatred are through connection, friendship, love, and, above all, hope."
Grace K.
United States
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Creating the Shimmerfall Trilogy
Crafting the Stories
The Shimmerfall Trilogy thrusts readers into a vividly imagined future, blending raw human emotion with high-stakes survival. At its heart lies the timeless struggle between despair and hope, told through interwoven stories that feel both hauntingly real and disturbingly possible. Prepare to be immersed in a journey through darkness and light. Book One – The Midnight Factory – is coming soon.
Themes
Explore the Futures of Tomorrow
In a fractured future, what remains of the human spirit?
The Shimmerfall Trilogy explores the powerful tension between despair and hope, charting a course through a world marked by defeatism and resilience, corruption and redemption, isolation and connection, loss and recovery. These stories illuminate the fragile yet enduring threads of human connection – reminding us that even in the darkest times, we are not alone.
A compelling fusion of reality and fiction, this is dystopia with heart.
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Author's Vision
Inspirations Revealed
Rooted in social psychology, driven by human history and experience.
Drawing from a background in social psychology, the author infuses The Shimmerfall Trilogy with a deep understanding of human behavior, social dynamics, and the fragile threads that bind society together.
In a world increasingly marked by division, anger, and uncertainty, these novels serve as both a reflection and a reckoning – grappling with the dangers we face and the choices we must make.
With empathy at its core, the series challenges readers to confront the darkness while holding onto hope, urging us to imagine a future shaped by connection, resilience, and the enduring strength of the human spirit.
Impact
Stirring Emotions
More than a story - it's a mirror, a spark, a call.
The Shimmerfall Trilogy transcends mere entertainment, weaving powerful metaphors – darkness vs. light, love vs. hate, cold vs. warmth, mankind vs. nature, ugliness vs. beauty – to stir the heart and provoke the mind.
Through its layered narratives, the trilogy invites deep reflection on society, ignites empathy, and creates a profound sense of connection among readers. Its impact lingers long after the final page – offering not just a vision of what could be, but a renewed belief in what must be.
This is storytelling with purpose. This is fiction that moves you.
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About the Author
My name is Russell Luyt
I grew up in South Africa before moving to the United Kingdom, where I built a career in social psychology and academic writing. Now based in Paris, I've swapped lecture halls for quiet cafés, bringing my passion and interest in human behaviour to the world of fiction. Having written academic literature for many years, I now enjoy exploring stories that speak to both the heart and the mind.
