Young Aeona is trapped in a world of sorrow and isolation, haunted by a tragic accident that has left her shattered with guilt. Cast into the cold confines of an orphanage, she finds an unexpected kindred spirit in Nyxa, a girl drawn to the dark and mysterious. Together, they seek solace in shadowy tales and whispered secrets.

But grief is a relentless ghost, and just as Aeona teeters on the edge of hope, a sinister presence emerges. What begins as an imaginary friend soon proves all too real, a being from the depths of darkness, seeking her help in a quest only she can undertake. As the lines between nightmare and reality blur, Aeona must decide whether this entity is a saviour or a curse, and whether she is strong enough to face what lurks in the shadows.

“Absolutely fantastic, couldn’t put it down!”

“Chilling, unexpected!”  “Very moving.”

“How the laughter shifts into a dread.”               

When tragedy shatters her world, Aeona is left to carry the unbearable weight of grief, guilt, and loneliness.

This moving companion to Shadows Chant follows her raw and intimate journey through loss and trauma, and toward the quiet light of hope. Told through Aeona’s voice and heartfelt letters, the book offers both a story of survival and a compassionate hand reaching out to teenagers who feel broken, unseen, or misunderstood.

With honesty and courage, it explores bereavement, abusive homes, self-blame, and the deep human need for safety and love.

Whether you are grieving, feeling lost, or simply searching for someone who understands, Aeona’s Heart reminds you: You are not alone. You are not broken. Your story is still being written.

A powerful resource for teenagers, educators, and anyone navigating emotional hardship, this book offers gentle reflections, tools for healing, and the strength to begin again.