La Luz - what's the story about?

La luz is a science fiction & fantasy novel set in a world where magic and advanced technology coexist. The story follows John Light, a young prince with extraordinary powers who is prophesied to be “the light” — the one who will bring hope and salvation during coming times of darkness. John carries the heavy burden of expectations from an empire in decline, and he must embark on a journey filled with dangerous challenges, buried secrets, and family truths that will test both his abilities and his understanding of who he truly is. As he travels through his world, he confronts ancient mysteries, learns more about his world’s history and his own lineage, and must decide whether he will fulfill the role others expect of him or discover a very different destiny. The novel blends adventure, prophecy, self-discovery, and reflection on power, legacy, and identity.

What you'll find in the first chapter!

In the opening chapter of La luz: Libro I. John Light, we are introduced to a world where magic and advanced technology exist side by side. The narrative begins by focusing on John Light, a young prince from a once-great empire now in decline. Although John is gifted with unusual and powerful abilities, he struggles with the heavy expectations placed upon him: many believe he is the prophesied “Light” who will bring hope and salvation to a world sliding toward darkness.

In this first chapter, John’s dual nature is revealed — torn between duty to his people and his own doubts about the meaning of the prophecy. We see the political tensions and mystical forces at play in his environment and learn that John’s journey is as much about self-discovery as it is about fulfilling a grand destiny. The chapter sets the stage for secrets yet to be uncovered about his family, his power, and the true nature of his role in the coming struggles.

En Español

En el primer capítulo de La luz: Libro I. John Light, conocemos un mundo en el que la magia y la tecnología avanzada coexisten. La historia empieza centrándose en John Light, un joven príncipe de un imperio que se encuentra en decadencia. Aunque John posee habilidades extraordinarias, también se enfrenta al peso de las expectativas que otros han depositado en él: muchos creen que es la “Luz” profetizada, destinada a traer esperanza y salvación en tiempos de oscuridad.

En este capítulo inicial se muestra la naturaleza dual de John — divido entre su deber hacia su pueblo y sus propias dudas sobre la profecía. Se presentan las tensiones políticas y las fuerzas místicas que caracterizan su entorno, y se sugiere que el viaje de John será tanto una búsqueda de su identidad como una misión para cumplir un destino mayor. El capítulo prepara el terreno para los secretos que se revelarán sobre su familia, sus poderes y la verdadera naturaleza de su papel en los conflictos por venir.